Vascular Sonographer

Vascular Sonographer

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $15,000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Job Summary

The Vascular Sonographer is responsible for performing non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations to evaluate blood flow and vascular structures. This role utilizes specialized ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images, assess vascular abnormalities, and support physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular conditions. The Vascular Sonographer ensures patient safety, comfort, and adherence to established clinical protocols while delivering exceptional patient care.

Essential Functions

• Perform vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and established departmental protocols.
• Prepare patients for vascular studies by explaining procedures, reviewing relevant medical history, positioning patients appropriately, and ensuring patient comfort throughout the examination.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, including transducers and imaging systems, to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Evaluate and interpret ultrasound findings to identify vascular abnormalities, including arterial and venous disease, stenosis, occlusions, aneurysms, and other circulatory disorders.
• Accurately document examination findings, measurements, and preliminary observations in the electronic medical record and reporting systems.
• Communicate significant or urgent findings to physicians and other healthcare providers in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance standards.
• Maintain equipment functionality by performing routine quality control checks and reporting equipment issues as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to support coordinated patient care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain clinical competency and certification requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vascular Technology, or a related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience performing vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.
• Experience in a hospital, outpatient, or vascular laboratory setting preferred.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to ensuring employees have access to a benefits package that is comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive. We offer a full range of benefits that meet the needs of you and your family, including programs to support your health, financial well-being, and life.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A robust retirement savings program
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• And other perks!

We are currently hiring a full-time, 36-hour Vascular Sonographer to work on site at our 2014 Washington Street, Newton location Tuesday - Friday 7:00 am and 4:30 pm (with options for a 40 hour work week)! Our Vascular Sonographers play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our cardiovascular patients.

Work Location: 2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $42.15 - $47.79/Hourly

Grade: 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.

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.