Cardiac Sonographer

Cardiac Sonographer

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts 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 $15K sign-on bonus 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. New Grads are welcome to apply! We have a variety of full-time, part-time, and per diem Cardiac Sonographer openings across Mass General Brigham sites in the Boston area.

Job Summary:

• Perform comprehensive and high-quality echocardiogram following MGH Echocardiography Lab protocol.
• Utilize a variety of techniques, such as 2DE, M-mode, Doppler, Agitated saline contrast, Ultrasound Enhancement Agents (UEA), 2D strain or 3DE, etc.
• Perform a variety of echocardiography exams, including Stress echocardiogram, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) echocardiogram, CRT, Ramp study, etc.
• May assist physicians in the Catheterization Lab and OR by performing echocardiography studies to aid them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
• Apply independent judgment during the echocardiography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimal diagnostic results for the interpreting physician.
• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct echocardiography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Must be able to push a 300lb ultrasound equipment throughout the hospital when assigned to a portable rotation.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate's degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography 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]

Experience:

• Experience as a cardiac sonographer preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Solid knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology in the specific population being cared for.
• Understanding of cardiovascular diseases and conditions and related symptoms.
• Ability to assess relevant medical history, patient-reported concerns, and any contraindications or limitations to echo testing.
• Good understanding of equipment function and ultrasound physics.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient and staff safety and patient experience through adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
• Ability to mobilize heavy ultrasound machines as well as occasionally lift patients from stretchers or wheelchairs, assist incontinent patients, and lift boxes of supplies.
• Ability to spend prolonged time standing while working.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate with all role groups.
• Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and colleagues, including physicians, nurses, administrative staff, and peers.

Additional Job Details (if applicable):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• 50% off MBTA passes
• Access to childcare resources and emergency backup care
• 403(b), Cash Balance Retirement Plan, and Tax-Sheltered Annuity options
• Exclusive "Perks" program, including discounts on tickets and passes for events, museums, ski resorts, and more!

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 90 Blossom Street

Pay Range: $30.21 - $43.16/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.

EEO Statement:

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated 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.