What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer - Duke Women's Health of Holly Springs position at Duke?
Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
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JOB LOCATION:
Duke Women’s Health of Holly Springs - 401 Irving Pkwy
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Sonographer in our Duke Women’s Health of Holly Springs clinic located in Holly Springs, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.
$10,000 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 4 equal installments over 24 months in 6-month increments.
**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the Commitment bonus.**
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities
- Prepare patients for ultrasound procedures, explain procedure to patient. Report change in condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to providers. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated.
- Enter appropriate charges in Maestro for US procedures
- Maintain log for patients requiring follow-up procedures. Initiate appointment scheduling as necessary for patients who do not return
- Archive and de-archive ultrasound data.
- Coordinate scheduling and patient flow for add-on ultrasounds.
- Assist in teach of ultrasound technology to new providers.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
- Level I - Must obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment.
- Level II - Minimum of two years' experience as a Sonographer.
- ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.
- BLS certification
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts.
Job Code: 00004163 SONOGRAPHER
Job Level: F3
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We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.
