Sonographer

Overview

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Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital is located in Mooresville, North Carolina. It is the smallest of Duke Health s four hospitals with 123 beds and offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women s services, and surgical specialties.

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Summary:

Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with departmental policy. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures based on anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to differentiate between normal and pathologic findings; analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information with medical history, and communicates findings to the Radiologist.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort, communicates effectively with patients and the health care team, and assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.
• Completes exam tracking and billing accurately; maintains ultrasound equipment and work area; coordinates with staff to ensure patient care is provided.
• Assists in training ultrasound students during clinical rotations and provides direction and instruction to existing personnel; may participate in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows.
• Participates in maintenance of lab accreditation and reports equipment failures to the supervisor or designated staff; performs other related duties as assigned.

• Level I:
  Obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment.
• Level II:
  Minimum of two years  experience as a Sonographer.
• Level III:
  Minimum of 4 years  experience in the specialty modality.
• Proficient in ultrasound procedures and able to operate independently.

• Education:
  
  Graduation from a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• Experience:
  
  Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Highly Preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications:
  
  ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire; BLS certification. RVT highly preferred.

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