Cardiac Sonographer

Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer

Mystic Healthcare is committed to building healthier communities. Our experienced teams of primary care physicians, cardiologists and advanced practice clinicians offer comprehensive, compassionate care for the entire family with convenient access to cardiac testing, labs and imaging. We are located at 127 Main Street in Medford, Massachusetts.

We are seeking a Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer to support our practice on-site picking up a minimum of 2, 8-hour shifts a month. We are very flexible with the shift times based on the candidate's availability!

The cardiac sonographer uses non-invasive cardiovascular technology equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of our patients with heart and blood vessel conditions.

Following an orientation period, the Cardiac Sonographer I is responsible for independently performing comprehensive echocardiograms and/or bubble studies for adult and/or pediatric patients in outpatient and hospital-based settings. The sonographer must demonstrate foundational knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology in the assigned patient population. The sonographer is expected to understand the patient's exam rationale, acquire high-quality diagnostic images, and provide accurate preliminary findings in a timely manner. The sonographer will comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines and adhere to departmental and hospital policies. Responsibilities may change over time at the discretion of department leadership to meet the department's evolving needs.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.
• Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history, and prior reports/images.
• Apply proper positioning tools and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort and prevent personal injury, provide safe and high-quality patient care, and ensure an exceptional patient and family experience.
• Perform comprehensive TTEs (transthoracic echo) independently within 6 months of hire.
• Perform ultrasound contrast and agitated saline (bubble) studies when indicated and complex portable studies when needed.
• Write preliminary reports to the interpreting physician.
• Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and in all measures to support accreditation.
• Assist with scheduling as needed.
• Meet productivity and volume expectations as defined by department standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate's degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred

Licenses and Credentials:

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer [RCS] - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required
• Basic Life Support [BLS] required

Experience:

• Sonographer experience 0-1 year required

Work Location: 137 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $45.00 - $57.34/Hourly

EEO Statement:

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. 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.