Ultrasonographer (Full-time), Radiology-Ultrasound

Radiology Sonographer

We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including cancer care, critical care medicine, digestive disorder care, heart and vascular disease care, laboratory services, neurological disorders, obstetrics and gynecology care, and care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions. News & World Report, among only 1% of hospitals to be recognized by Magnet 4 consecutive times, named a top 50 cardiovascular hospital by Watson Health.

Full time 36 hours: either (3) 8s and (1) 12, or (3) 12s

Includes rotation through the breast center

Weekend and holiday rotation

Baystate Medical Center

Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, operates imaging equipment as required to obtain diagnostic images according to Radiologist specifications; will assist the Radiologist in procedures as required. Responsible for coordinating patient flow, operating all systems for routine, specialty, and research studies, supporting protocol development, and performing all duties related to scanning and image processing for their assigned specialty. Consistently follows proper patient screening/care protocols and provides accurate documentation for each exam while supporting expedited patient throughput and diagnosis. Ability to operate ultrasound machine to produce cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes where applicable. Through independent judgment and initiative, I can perform imaging sequences necessary to reach a medical diagnosis and decision. Provide professional and quality care while following hospital policies, procedures, and standards. May be responsible for specific areas of instruction in the training of new staff or others in specialty-assigned areas for procedures, protocols, equipment, and/or safety issues. May float to other locations/hospitals in the Baystate Health system to support patient care and staffing needs.

1) Demonstrates excellent customer service through positive patient experience; 2) With guidance and supervision from the lead sonographer, operate ultrasound equipment and adjust controls according to the organ to be examined, depth of field, and other test specifications to obtain medical diagnosis through the use of appropriate acoustical parameters and in accordance with accepted protocols. Perform technical procedures, which may include one or more of the following: abdominal, OB/GYN, trans-vaginal, trans-rectal, scrotal, thyroid, breast, and vascular.

3) Maintains knowledge of procedures/protocols, applies knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, and can identify pathology within the scope of practice to obtain necessary diagnostic information. Responsible for independent and proficient operation of all assigned imaging equipment in the area of specialty to provide the best image outcomes in a proficient and time-sensitive manner.

Performs procedures as outlined, including but not limited to routine, specialized, emergency, and urgent imaging procedures. Responsible for providing accurate, high-quality exams.

1. Works as a member of the health care team, including physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing.
2. Operates and maintains exam room and equipment: evaluates equipment problems and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service or repair. Demonstrates knowledge/understanding in effectively operating all equipment. Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Keeps work areas stocked with appropriate supplies. 8) Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response, notifies the radiologist (for example, critical test results), and verifies timely transfer of images to the PACS system.

1. Assures ongoing compliance with JC, MQSA, ACR regulatory, and DPH/CMS requirements. Participates in departmental quality assurance activities. Supports QC activities in the department.
2. Performs accurate and high-quality exams to ensure proper technique, positioning, and visualization of the appropriate anatomy requested. 11) Maintains standards of skills: demonstrates/maintains current knowledge/skill in providing appropriate care for all patients potentially served in an imaging service, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

1. Present self to all patients and other customers in a pleasant, professional, and courteous manner at all times.
2. Attend in-service meetings and other designated training events that will enhance clinical skills as documented by attendance at meetings/seminars.
3. Report any suggestions for positive changes or recommendations within departmental policies/procedures to the supervisor.
4. Accurately inputs data, demographics, and information into appropriate modality-specific computer applications and systems.
5. Assists in the training of technologists, residents, and students when assigned to the same work area according to departmental procedures, where applicable. 19) Assist the radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures, as dictated by modality.

Required Work Experience:

1. Demonstrated ability to perform sonography duties.
2. Must obtain ARDMS certification within 6 months of graduation from an accredited program.

1) Ability to work with computer applications.

Medical Imaging

Basic Life Support American Heart Association, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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