Sonographer - Duke Women's Health at Patterson Place (Commitmen Bonus Eligible)

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 Brier Creek - 10207 Cerny St, Raleigh, NC

$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 sign-on bonus.**

JOB SUMMARY:

Duke Women’s Health Associates, a clinic in the Duke Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, is seeking a full time sonographer to join our team.  Duke Women’s Health Associates has clinic locations in Raleigh, Durham and Morrisville; this position will be based primarily in Raleigh but may provide coverage in other locations as needed.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and documents clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including but not limited to, obstetric, gynecologic, and interventional procedures.
• Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal findings.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the physician.
• Coordinates with referring providers and other clinic staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• 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.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
• Performs infection control procedures such as vaginal probe HLD.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate 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)
• Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty (ies) as appropriate.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is preferred.
• Level I RDMS registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or registry eligible and become registered within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must obtain ARDMS certifications in Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular as required by each entity within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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.