Cardiac Sonographer

Duke Careers

23d•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Integrated Practice Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina. $10,000 Commitment Bonus & $3,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates! JOB LOCATION Duke Cardiology Heritage - 3000 Rogers Rd, Wake Forest, NC JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to provide patient and provider support by using ultrasound imaging technologies to aid in diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions.

Requirements

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
None required beyond above education/certification requirements.
Must obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment.
Minimum of two years' experience as a Sonographer.
A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.
ARDMS/CCI certification in Echocardiography
ARDMS/CCI certification within 18 months of hire
BLS certification

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and urgent echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with standard practices.
Ability to thoroughly, and efficiently, evaluate pathology following current guidelines (American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), American College of Cardiology (ACC), etc.).
Assist in the reaccreditation process and quality improvement program for the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission Echocardiography (IAC-Echo).
Analyze patient’s medical record to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for performance of diagnostic procedures.
Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines
Respond to patient questions about procedures and equipment prior to starting the imaging process.
Operate equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking system, off-line analysis systems as indicated.
Attends required staff meetings and ensures ensuring continuing education requirements met to support professional growth and certification.