Cardiac Sonographer Senior

Site:
The General Hospital Corporation

Schedule:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's.

Free parking in Waltham!

A healthcare professional specially trained to use imaging technology for diagnosing heart problems in patients.

• Oversee the performance of echocardiogram tests to obtain crucial data about patients.
• Oversee the analysis of blood flow, valve function, and chamber size to determine the overall heart condition.
• May assist physicians in diagnosing patients with heart conditions.
• Accurately record patient data and test results.
• Oversee the handling of administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments or the cleaning equipment.
• May operate ultrasound equipment to capture moving 2-D or 3-D images of the heart and its chambers.

• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree in Sonography required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

• Fetal Echocardiography Specialty [FE] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer [RDMS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred
• Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred

Two (2) years of cardiovascular imaging experience. 2-3 years required

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of possible techniques, including M-mode, two-dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping.
• Ability to perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, while recognizing the limitations of equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to perform echo and vascular sonography studies including complex studies: stress echocardiography, dobutamine echocardiography, and transesophageal echocardiography examinations.
• Demonstrate flexibility performing tests/scans in a variety of clinical environments.
• Ability to educate patients and families of safe and appropriate testing; thoroughly explaining procedures, answering questions and calming concerns.
• Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments.

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

52 Second Avenue

30

Regular

Day (United States of America)

$31.35 - $46.91/Hourly

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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