Cardiac Sonographer

massgeneralbrigham; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer I to independently perform comprehensive transthoracic and stress echocardiograms for adults in an outpatient setting at 137 Main Street, Medford, MA. The role emphasizes high-quality image acquisition, accurate preliminary findings, and adherence to safety and privacy standards.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, RDCS and/or RCS credentials, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• RDCS or equivalent credential required.
• RCS or equivalent credential required.
• BLS certification required.
• Sonographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment following safety protocols.
• Review patient history and prior reports/images.
• Perform comprehensive TTEs and stress echocardiograms independently.
• Write preliminary reports for interpreting physician.
• Meet productivity and department standards.

Skills

Patient safety

Anatomy knowledge

Ergonomics and scanning technique

Independent performance of echocardios

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Tools

RDCS

RCS

BLS

Job description

Job Summary

The Cardiac Sonographer I is responsible for independently performing comprehensive echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms for adults in an outpatient setting. 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.

• 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) and stress echo independently.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

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] - required

Experience

Sonographer experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High degree of technical expertise.
• Builds upon foundational skills to perform procedures, contribute to clinical improvement initiatives, and support the professional development of junior staff with little assistance.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 137 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $45.00 - $57.34/Hourly

Grade: 5

Benefits and Compensation

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.

EEO Statement

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. 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 at (857)-282-7642.

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