Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, 40 hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Milford, MA, is seeking an experienced echocardiography technologist to perform M-mode, 2D, and Doppler exams per ARDMS protocol. You will prepare patients, obtain histories, and document interpretations, while supporting TEE procedures and equipment maintenance.

The role requires 2–3 years of cardiac experience and CPR certification, with preferred RDCS or college degree. On-site work with occasional offsite locations, and a sign-on bonus for external new hires.

Qualifications

• 1 year of formal training or equivalent experience with equipment.
• Current CPR certification.
• College degree (preferred).
• RDCS certification or eligibility (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform M-mode, 2D, and color/Doppler echo exams per ARDMS protocol.
• Obtain complete clinical history and document preliminary interpretations.
• Prepare and assist with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE).
• Maintain and disinfect equipment; clean probes and tabs per protocol.
• Manage records, billing, and stock necessary supplies.
• Coordinate with cardiovascular and hospital testing areas.
• Maintain exam quality records; mentor new sonographers.
• Pursue continuing education and literature review.
• Store images in Heartlab system; perform backups.
• Provide age-appropriate care and communicate with patients.

Skills

2-3 years cardiac experience

CPR certification

Education

College degree

RDCS certification or eligibility

1 year formal training or equivalent with equipment

Job description

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus eligible for external new hires to the UMMH system. Rules and restrictions apply - Talent Acquisition will discuss eligibility with candidates.

Major Responsibilities

Echocardiogram Performance

1. Performs M-mode, 2D, and color/Doppler exams according to ARDMS protocol.
2. Utilizes multiple patient positions and equipment settings for optimal imaging.
3. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

Clinical Communication and Documentation

1. Obtains complete clinical history from patient and/or chart.
2. Writes preliminary technical interpretation of echo results.
3. Captures diagnostic‑quality digital loops for cardiologist review.

Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)

1. Prepares patient, room, and equipment for TEE.
2. Assists cardiologist with equipment settings during procedure.
3. Performs post‑procedure tasks including disinfection and restocking.

Equipment Maintenance and Cleaning

1. Cleans exam tables, probes, and ECG cables daily.
2. Disinfects TEE probes per protocol.
3. Cleans machine filters regularly.

Department Readiness and Supply Management

1. Maintains records and tapes of exams and ensures accurate billing.
2. Orders and stocks necessary supplies.

Collaboration Across Departments

1. Coordinates with other cardiovascular and hospital testing areas.
2. Assists with patient preparation and stress testing.
3. Schedules echo exams in conjunction with other tests.

Quality Assurance and Mentorship

1. Maintains exam quality records and monthly statistics.
2. Keeps service and repair logs and schedules maintenance.
3. Orients and mentors new sonographers.

Professional Development

1. Maintains continuing education credits.
2. Attends relevant seminars and reads current literature.
3. Reviews echo results with cardiologists.

Heartlab System Management

1. Stores patient images accurately using echo carts.
2. Edits digital loops and demographic data.
3. Performs regular DVD backups of patient images and reports.

Age‑Specific Competency

1. Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
2. Communicates appropriately with patients of all ages.
3. Provides age‑appropriate care and support.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

• Required:
  1. 1 year of formal training or equivalent experience with equipment
  2. Current CPR certification
• Preferred:
  1. College degree
  2. RDCS certification or eligibility

Experience/Skills

• Required:
  1. 2‑3 years of dedicated cardiac experience (excluding training)
• Preferred:
  1. None specified
• Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

On call weekends every 5‑6 weeks. Work at offsite locations on occasion. Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5 pm.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, encouraging applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.