Cardiac Imaging Sonographer: Real‑Time Heart Diagnostics

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Exeter, NH is seeking an Ultrasonography Technician to produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of the heart for physician review and diagnosis. You will select equipment, explain procedures to patients, attach electrodes, obtain real-time cardiac images, and assist physicians by discussing results and ensuring high-quality, accurate studies.

Major responsibilities include selecting equipment per examination, instructing patients on

Qualifications

• Ultrasound technologist capable of operating ultrasound equipment per examination specifications.
• Ability to explain procedures to patients and assist in positioning.
• Experience discussing test results with Physicians and documenting findings.

Responsibilities

• Selects equipment for ultrasound setup according to examination specifications.
• Explains process to patient; instructs and assists patient in assuming position.
• Discusses test results with Physician when indicated.
• Attaches electrodes to patient's chest and connects leads to ultrasound equipment.
• Produces real-time tomographic cardiac images and adjusts equipment for quality.
• Moves transducer to monitor heart areas; observes display and Doppler signals to acquire data.
• Measures heart wall thickness and chamber sizes; compares measurements to norms.
• Calculates data such as cardiac physiology and valve areas for evaluation of function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Doppler flow analysis

Cardiac anatomy

Patient instruction

Data measurement

Communication with physician

Quality imaging

Attention to norms

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Electrode attachment

Tomography imaging

Heart rate monitor

Doppler device

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Exeter, NH is seeking an Ultrasonography Technician to produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of the heart for physician review and diagnosis. You will select equipment, explain procedures to patients, attach electrodes, obtain real-time cardiac images, and assist physicians by discussing results and ensuring high-quality, accurate studies.

Major responsibilities include selecting equipment per examination, instructing patients on