Sonographer - Interventional/Diagnostic - Ambulatory Imaging
Company: Duke Health
Location: Holly Springs
Posted on: January 25, 2023
Job Description:
HOLD***This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus***
-Location: -The position will be part of the Ambulatory Imaging
Division within the Arringdon and Holly Springs facilities - -Work
Hours:Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, no holidays, weekends or
on-call - -General DescriptionPerform a variety of technical
activities associated with the performance of Interventional and
Diagnostic Ultrasound procedures within the Ambulatory Imaging
Division at the Arringdon and Holly Springs facilities. -Duties and
Responsibilities
- Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of
sonography equipment and related equipment to produce specialized
images of specific body regions.
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing sonogram imaging
assessment and diagnostic and interventional procedures per
established protocols, policy, and patient safety standards and
does not require assistance from fellow technologists.
- Assist Radiologists during Interventional Ultrasound
procedures. - Assist radiologist during procedure to include
handling of instruments, operating and monitoring equipment,
calling out equipment readings; alerting physician to changes in
patient condition.
- Scrub to assist with passage of supplies.
- 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.
- Maintain adequate supplies, per par levels and expiration
dates, allowing for lead time when placing orders.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and appropriateness of care for
all assigned patients. Thoroughly explains the procedures to
patients and allows time for questions and addresses concerns in a
professional and kind manner.
- 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.
- Perform as a self-starter and takes the initiative to
proactively address situations before they arise or escalate.
- Charge radiographic procedures in; able to modify orders per
protocol. Monitor charging of procedures and supplies for division
to ensure correctness.
- Demonstrate the ability to multi-task as needed and communicate
in a positive and efficient matter.
- Perform the quality control functions related to sonography and
notify appropriate personnel when issues arise and maintenance is
required. - Continually evaluate images for diagnostic
quality.
- Ensure safety is a top priority. - Addresses safety concerns
immediately and proactively works to identify and mitigate safety
risks within the working environment.
- Maintains safe practices and follows protocols for probe
disinfecting techniques.
- Ensure regulatory guidelines are adhered to and maintain
appropriate records.
- Understand and use the Image Archival System
- Complete exam tracking/billing and charge reconciliation
accurately on a daily basis and is able to modify orders per
protocol.
- Provide orientation and training to new technologists. -
- Assist with the daily operations of the Ultrasound Department
across the Ambulatory Platform.
- Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical
functions.
- Establish and maintain productive ethical working relationships
with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies.
- Coordinate with other staff to assure appropriate patient care
is provided. -Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -
- Imaging procedural experience preferrred. -
- Minimum - 2 years' experience preferred - - -Minimum
Qualifications - -EducationGraduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical
Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC); or
equivalent combination of training and/or experience (may
substitute with ARDMS certification on or before December 31, 2000)
-Experience - - -Degrees, Licensures, Certifications -Current
compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements in
for specialty (ies) as appropriate. Level I Must obtain ARDMS
certifications in the following (Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular) as
required by each entity within 18 months of employment. Level II
Minimum of two years' experience as a Sonographer. Level III A
minimum of four years' experience within specialty modality which
they are seeking promotion BLS certification - Duke is an
Affirmative Action/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, sexual
orientation, or veteran status. - Duke aspires to create a
community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and
belonging. Our collective success depends on the 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 essentialjob 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. -
Keywords: Duke Health, Cary , Sonographer - Interventional/Diagnostic - Ambulatory Imaging, Healthcare , Holly Springs, North Carolina
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