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Sonographer
Duke University
Location : Cary, NC, 27513
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Sonographer - Perinatal
Cary, NC, US, 27519
Duke Health Integrated Practice
Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina.
$10,000 Commitment Bonus & $3,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates!
JOB LOCATION:
Duke Perinatal of Cary - 600 New Waverly Pl, Cary, NC
JOB SUMMARY:
Duke Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology strives to provide quality care for our patients, focusing on patient satisfaction, optimizing outcomes, ongoing research, and the education and development of clinical staff, faculty and resident physicians. The Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine is seeking a full time sonographer to join the Duke Perinatal team, which has clinic locations in Raleigh, Cary and Durham. This position will be based primarily in Cary but may provide coverage in other locations as needed.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations
- Exams include, but may not be limited obstetric, gynecologic, fetal cardiac and interventional procedures.
- Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal findings.
- 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.
- Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with patients, coworkers, referring providers, and commercial agencies.
- Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided
- Performs infection control procedures such as vaginal probe HLD.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.
- BLS certification
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an 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.
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.
Nearest Major Market:Raleigh
Freqently Asked Questions
Cary offers a growing healthcare market with competitive demand for sonographers, especially within Duke Health. Compared to Raleigh or Durham, Cary's commute is often less congested, and salaries tend to align closely, reflecting the area's cost of living and medical sector expansion.
Sonographers at Duke’s perinatal clinic encounter complex obstetric and fetal cardiac cases requiring acute diagnostic skills. They must balance high patient care standards with research-driven protocols, demanding both technical proficiency and adaptability in a fast-paced academic medical environment.
Beyond the mandatory ARDMS certification within 18 months, sonographers in the Raleigh-Cary region benefit from BLS certification and specialized credentials in obstetric or fetal cardiac imaging, reflecting local employer preferences for comprehensive diagnostic expertise.
Sonographers perform detailed diagnostic ultrasounds and interpret findings independently, while sonographer assistants support equipment setup and patient prep. Assistants have less direct responsibility for imaging interpretation, highlighting a clear division in clinical duties and required skill levels.
Duke offers sonographers pathways into advanced imaging specialties, teaching roles, and research collaboration. The institution emphasizes continuous education and clinical skill growth, enabling sonographers to expand expertise and leadership roles within a multidisciplinary maternal-fetal medicine team.
Duke integrates sonographers into a culture of collaboration and innovation, prioritizing diversity and patient-centered care. Employment here encourages ethical practice and professional growth, aligning sonographer roles with Duke’s commitment to excellence in healthcare and education.
Sonographers in Cary typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. Duke University’s positions may offer competitive packages including bonuses and relocation assistance, reflecting the local demand for skilled diagnostic medical sonographers.
At Duke, sonographers engage in complex perinatal imaging aligned with academic research and multidisciplinary care, often encountering diverse case profiles. Private tech roles may focus more on routine diagnostics with less emphasis on research or education, affecting work scope and professional development.
Expect to conduct obstetric ultrasounds, fetal cardiac assessments, gynecologic imaging, and interventional procedures. These require precise independent judgment to distinguish normal from abnormal findings, ensuring patient safety and contributing to critical prenatal care decisions.
Applicants must hold or obtain ARDMS certification within 18 months, possess BLS certification, and demonstrate proficiency in obstetric and fetal imaging. Strong communication skills and commitment to patient-centered care are essential, matching Duke’s standards for clinical excellence.
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