Cardiac Sonographer
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Job Location:
Mooresville, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Duke Health were driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients their loved ones and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie join us and discover how we can advance health together.
Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Healths four hospitals at 123-beds it offers a comprehensive range of medical services including 24-hour emergency care cardiology orthopedics womens services and surgical specialties.
At Duke Health were driven by a commitment to compassionate care that transforms livesone patient one family one community at a time. No matter where your talents lie join us and discover how we can advance health together.
$10000 Commitment Bonus and up to $8000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates!
JOB LOCATION
Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital - 171 Fairview Rd Mooresville NC 28117
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to join our large academically focused and team-oriented echo lab at Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital. As a member of our team youll perform advanced cardiovascular imaging across ambulatory and inpatient settingsincluding critical care units and procedural spacesand contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of some of the most complex heart conditions in the region.
Youll gain hands-on experience with heart transplant patients adult congenital heart disease left ventricular assist devices ECMO Impella TAVR TEER and even total artificial hearts while learning from and collaborating with nationally recognized cardiovascular experts.
Our structured 3-month onboarding program includes a dedicated preceptor and tailored clinical pathways designed to prepare you for success and early advancement opportunities within our three-tiered sonographer career ladder.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform a variety of echocardiographic procedures including 2D 3D Doppler Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE) Stress Echos and strain imaging in both routine and emergency settings.
- Deliver services across ambulatory clinics inpatient floors ICU and procedural areas.
- Evaluate pathology following current ASE ACC and lab-specific guidelines.
- Analyze patient medical records to obtain history and inform tailored imaging.
- Operate and maintain advanced ultrasound equipment report malfunctions and perform preventive maintenance.
- Prepare preliminary reports and compare with previous studies to assist interpretation by cardiologists.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and IAC-Echo reaccreditation processes.
- Educate and mentor students nurses fellows and new staff as needed.
- Attend required staff meetings and pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Experience
- Level I: New graduates welcome (must obtain ARDMS or CCI certification within 12 months of hire).
- Level II: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
- Level III: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
Licensure and Certification
- ARDMS or CCI certification in Adult Echocardiography (required or obtained within 12 months).
- BLS certification (required).
WHY DUKE
- Work in a leading academic medical center with access to cutting-edge cardiovascular procedures and technology.
- Engage in meaningful care for high-acuity patients including transplants congenital and mechanical circulatory support.
- Advance your career through our clinical ladder research opportunities and leadership development.
- Join a collaborative team that values continuous learning safety and innovation.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individuals age color disability gender gender expression gender identity genetic information national origin race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or military status.
We believe a diverse inclusive community strengthens our mission and enriches patient care. All members of our team are expected to uphold the values of respect belonging and collaboration.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke Health may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department as needed.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individuals 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 on the robust exchange of ideasan 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.
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
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