Cardiac Sonographer I

Cardiac Sonographer I | Boston Childrens Hospital

In this role you will perform cardiac ultrasound examinations on patients encompassing structurally normal cardiac anatomy to simple congenital heart disease. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing cardiac ultrasound examinations to define and document anatomy and physiology of the heart, identify or rule out congenital anomalies, and assess ventricular function in pre and post operative patients.
• Assisting in planning case methodology and conducts comprehensive examinations in noninvasive lab as needed.
• Analyzing test results and prepares preliminary diagnoses and findings for physicians' review.
• Establishing supportive relationship with patients and families. Explaining examination procedures to patients/parents and notifying them of scheduling problems or changes.
• Cleaning, sterilizing and inspecting transducers according to established procedures. Cleaning and maintaining examination rooms and equipment.
• Assisting in data collection for research studies.

Minimum qualifications education:

• Completion of high school or equivalent education. Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred
• Completion of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound program that includes one year of clinical experience in pediatric and/or adult echocardiography.
• Pediatric echocardiography specialty preferred.

Experience:

• Clinical rotations in relevant field

Licensure/Certifications:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (RDCS) certification (adult or pediatric) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). New graduates must obtain certification within one year from the date of graduation.
• A current Basic Life Support certification (BLS) in accordance with American Heart Association standards is required.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.