Cardiac Sonographer

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston seeks a Cardiac Sonographer I to perform comprehensive echocardiograms and bubble studies for adult and pediatric patients in outpatient and hospital settings.

The role requires foundational knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, image acquisition skills, and the ability to provide timely preliminary findings while upholding patient privacy and safety guidelines. A sign-on bonus may be offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology relevant to the patient population.
• Ability to review patient history and prior imaging reports.
• Commitment to patient safety and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment per safety standards.
• Perform comprehensive transthoracic echoes (TTE) and bubble studies as needed.
• Write preliminary reports for interpreting physicians and ensure timely communication.
• Support quality improvement and accreditation efforts.
• Assist with scheduling and meet productivity targets.

Skills

Cardiac anatomy knowledge

Ultrasound imaging

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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.

New hires may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $20,000.00!

Starting rate: $47/hr.

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.

• For NH sites, a Medical Imaging License through the state's OPLC is required upon hire.

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] - Generic

Experience

• Sonographer experience 0-1 year required

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.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

70 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$31.98 - $50.25/Hourly

Grade

5

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EEO Statement

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