Cardiac Sonographer
UNC Rex Healthcare
Raleigh, NC
5x8 hrs, Days
$30-43/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care489 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
Pay
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Join the UNC Health Team as a Vascular Sonographer!
UNC Health Rex was one of the first facilities accredited by IAC Echocardiography?! We are part of an elite group that is being recognized for 20 years of excellence in our commitment to offering quality patient care for Echocardiography!
Summary:
Employs radiologic sciences technology to perform a variety of patient care, technical, and diagnostic tasks targeted to the care of patients with vascular disease. Major tasks include performing diagnostic evaluations of patients using vascular ultrasound equipment, conduct physiological assessment and measurements including vital signs! Utilizes knowledge of anatomy and physiology to accurately identify and assess vascular structures as well as documenting findings and communicating results to the healthcare team
*This position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment. Equal installments will be paid after each six (6) months of work completed. Learn more about the incentive program here: />
1. Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
2. Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with facility protocols
3. Applies independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
4. As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician
5. Review examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare preliminary reports for providers
6. Ensure reports are complete and accurate with all billing requirements.
7. Adhere to all requirements for IAC accreditation including quality assurance reviews
8. Assist with the daily operation of a high paced vascular surgery practice
9. Assist in prioritizing assigned work based on workflow fluctuations
Other Information
Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Associate’s degree in Sonography, Radiology or a related field within 3 months of hire, OR
● Completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program within 3 months of hire.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible and become registered within one (1) year from date of hire. Must maintain registry status and continuing education requirements annually. VT or ARDMS preferred.
Professional Experience Requirements:
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Prefer candidate with strong vascular experience or interested in Vascular Imaging. Excellent customer service skills, ability to work and prosper in a team environment, proficiency in medical terminology and anatomy knowledge, understanding of physiology and how it relates to vascular conditions.
The Vascular Technologist plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular conditions. By utilizing sonography techniques, they will provide accurate diagnostic evaluations. You must have a strong understanding for medical terminology, anatomy and physiology to accurately analyze the images and data needed.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
Organization Unit: Rex Vascular Raleigh
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Salary Range: $29.98 - $43.10 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Facility
UNC Rex Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with UNC Rex Healthcare
- Short Term Acute Care
- 489 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
UNC Health
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