Cardiac Sonographer - Per Diem

South Shore Health System; Weymouth (MA); Hybrid; USD 5,843,779 - 7,864,718; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is looking for a Cardiac Sonographer for a per diem position in Weymouth, MA. The role involves performing comprehensive cardiac ultrasound procedures and ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Candidates should possess an associate degree in Echocardiography and relevant certifications, including RDCS or RCS. The position offers flexible hours tailored to the needs of the cardiovascular center.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of accredited Echocardiography education required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• RDCS or RCS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete studies including M-MODE, real-time imaging, and Doppler.
• Acquire necessary patient images and document examinations.
• Contribute to diagnostic reports with preliminary interpretations.

Skills

Echocardiography competency

Ability to recognize abnormal structures

Proficient in using transducers

Education

Associate degree in Echocardiography

Tools

GE reading station

Epic electronic medical records

Job description

## Cardiac Sonographer - Per DiemApplylocations: Weymouth, MAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R-22323**If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.****Requisition Number:**R-22323**Facility:**LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190**Department Name:**SSH Cardiovascular Center HB**Status:**Part time**Budgeted Hours:**0**Shift:**Varied Shifts (United States of America)To perform cardiac ultrasound procedures of a professional level on all patient population serviced by South Shore Health & Educational Corporation other than pediatric patients. Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient**Compensation Pay Range:**$42.42 - $57.09**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****1 - Performs complete study including M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER.**a - Acquires all necessary images and measurements according to lab protocols b - Interprets all techniques giving internal dimensions, wall motion and flow pattern analysis. c - Quantitative abnormal valve areas calculating gradients.**2 -** **Obtains permanent records of examination.** a - Looks up patient information and previous echo exams in the patient's electronic medical records system b - Completes exam documentation and billing info in the patient's electronic medical records**3** - **Contributes professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report.** a - Writes preliminary interpretation for physician review. b - Informs physician during reading session of any non-conventional views taken.**4** - **Stores daily examinations performed.** a - Ensures that all studies download correctly to GE server.**5** - **Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.** a - Able to utilize GE reading station including burning CD, downloading casesb - Able to utilize Epic (Electronic medical records)c - Able to utilize the electronic method of calling down inpatients in a timely and efficient manner.**6** - **Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.** a - Practices MD notification of "red values" as described in policy.**JOB REQUIREMENTS****Minimum Education**At least a (2) two year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training culminating in an associate degree or higher.**Minimum Work Experience**At least (1) one to (2) two years experience preferred**Required Certifications**RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)) **or**RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)**Required Classes/Skills**BLS - Basic Life Support (within 180 days after start date)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 180 days after start date)**Required additional Knowledge and Abilities**Ability to demonstrate competency in echocardiography.Must be able to recognize abnormal structure and be able to correlate this information into a useful study.Must be able to deviate from normal techniques, when necessary, to develop new techniques.Must be able to utilize ancillary devices, i.e., selected transducersPer diem, as needed**Responsibilities if Required:****Education if Required:****License/Registration/Certification Requirements:**ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)