Cardiac Sonographer

tuftsmedicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garage parking

Benefits starting Day 1

30 days PTO

Retirement match

Job summary

Tufts Medical Center in Boston seeks a skilled ultrasound technologist specialized in cardiac imaging. You will perform comprehensive echocardiography using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D and Doppler techniques, provide preliminary interpretations to cardiologists, and support various clinical units as needed.

Requirements include an Associate degree in Radiology or related field, ARDMS/CCI certification, and BLS. A Bachelor's in Radiologic Science and two years of experience are preferred, with a generous

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI).
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Science preferred.
• Two years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D and Doppler techniques.
• Gives preliminary interpretation of study results to cardiologist.
• Operates in echocardiography labs and various clinical settings as needed.
• Maintains equipment and infection control practices.
• Assists in training new sonographers and interns.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

ARDMS/CCI

BLS certification

Education

Associate degree in Radiology or related field

Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Science

Job description

Offering a $15,000 sign on bonus for new external hires

Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts with rotating day off, Monday -Friday.

Hours: 6:00AM - 4:30PM

Why you'll love working at Tufts Medical Center:

• Garage parking - options available for a daily or monthly fee, paired with a dedicated shuttle service to Tufts Medical Center
• Benefits starting Day 1 - including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Career growth opportunities through Tech II and Tech III advancement pathways, recognizing the development of advanced skills and competencies
• Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions - your future starts building right away
• Work alongside expert teams in a nationally recognized academic medical center with access to advanced imaging technology and complex cases

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

Under the direction of the supervising clinical leader, effectively performs all phases of cardiac ultrasound studies according to Policy and Procedure in a safe, accurate and timely manner which are necessary to for cardiological diagnos e s. Under minimal supervision, this position performs and interprets a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures including m-mode, 2-D real time imaging and Doppler techniques (pulsed, CW, and color).

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI).
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor' s degree in Radiologic Science.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations; using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D, and Doppler techniques. Gives preliminary interpretation of study results to cardiologist.
• Performs echocardiograms, and echos in the echocardiography laboratory, cardiac catheterization laboratory, intensive care unit, or ward units.
• Assists physicians in obtaining transesophageal, intraoperative, and three-dimensional studies . Assists physicians in obtaining and recording data for research projects.
• Maintains equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows infection control practices.
• Maintains a good working knowledge of charging and billing process . Responsible for charging appropriately.
• Prepares patient, explains procedures to patient (and family) and obtains clinical information from patient's cardiology chart prior to exam.
• Obtains permanent video or digital recordings and tracings from the ultrasound unit.
• Makes appropriate measurements and calculations from information obtained during exam.
• Acquisition and exporting of three-dimensional echocardiographic data, and off-line computer analysis of the data set for more detailed assessment of cardiac anatomy and quantification of cardiac function.
• Ensures that all tests are officially read by the cardiologist; contributes technical and professional knowledge to final diagnostic impressions on reports, participates actively in echo reading sessions.
• Proofreads the final official echo report before it is sent to medical records.
• Participates in quality control and quality assurance on all ultrasonic equipment and instrumentation by recording and maintaining documentation for review . Maintains order and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas to ensure that all maintenance and infectious disease control guidelines are met.
• Assists supervisor in the technical training of new sonographers and/or interns. Develops and maintains a teaching file system.
• Assists in maintaining and ordering supplies as designated by supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, occasional sitting & walking, lifting of 30-35 lbs.