Sonographer-Neurology Vascular

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Location:

Duke Hospital (Neurology Lab) Durham, North Carolina

Work Hours:

8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

General Description

Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Must obtain RVT ( registered vascular technologist) within 18 months of hire. As a registered vascular technologist (RVT) , the focus in our Neurology Department-whether for inpatients or outpatients-is on neurovascular studies, which include:

• Duplex imaging (e.g., carotid arteries and superficial temporal artery)
• Non?imaging Transcranial Doppler studies (TCDs) for:
• Cerebral sickle cell, vasospasm, and stroke monitoring
• Cardiac tilt?table testing
• Emboli monitoring
• Cerebral circulatory arrest evaluation
• Reactive hyperemia
• Bubble studies
• Positional/head?rotation assessments

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Level I

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
• Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.
• 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 needs.
• 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 supplies.
• Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring to providers and commercial agencies.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Level II & III

• Assist in training ultrasound students during clinical rotations.
• 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 ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows.
• Coordinates with other staff to ensure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Reports on 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.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Carotid duplex and pathology, neuro vascular sonography experience stronlgy preferred.
• Two years in, neuro vascular sonography preferred.
• Must obtain RVT within 18 months of hire

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

None required beyond above education/certification requirements.

Level I - Must 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 A minimum of 4 years' experience with in specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.

BLS certification

BLS certification. Must obtain RVT within 18 months of hire

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