Sonographer - Perinatal (PRN)

Duke Careers•Wilmington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking a MFM SONOGRAPHER for Duke Perinatal Wilmington located in Wilmington, NC to serve as a medical imaging professional performing diagnostic examinations using sonography.

Requirements

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required (may substitute with ARDMS certification on or before December 31, 2000) and BLS is required.
Must obtain ARDMS OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiogram certification within 12 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is desirable.

Responsibilities

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic OB/GYN ultrasound examinations including early anatomy, and detailed anatomy sonograms and fetal wellbeing assessments independently.
Assist physicians in the performance of invasive procedures such as amniocentesis and CVS procedures
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the physician.
Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
Assist with the daily operations of the practice; maintain ultrasound equipment, work area and supplies. Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new sonography students. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.