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Posted: 22-Jun-25
Location: Mooresville, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 257765
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Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Health's four hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.
Occ Summary
Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.
Work Performed
Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. procedures. needs. supplies. Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional Follow established departmental policy. 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 Radiologist. 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 Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department. Completes exam tracking/billing accurately on a daily basis. Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Assist in training ofultrasound students during clinical rotations. Performs other work-related duties as assigned Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures and does not require assistance from fellow sonographers. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member. Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation. Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein **DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Level Characteristics
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
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Education
Graduate or completi on of program that meets eligibility requirementsfor registry/certificat ion or currently holds required registry orcertification.
Ex perience
None required beyond above education/certification requi rements.Level I - Mustobtain ARDMS certifications as required by each e ntitywithin 18 months of employment.Level II - Minimum of two years' exp erience as a Sonographer.Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience with in specialty modality inwhich they are seeking promotion.
Degrees , Licensures, Certifications
ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.BLS certificationBLS certification
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.