Lead Cardiac Sonographer

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Cardiac Sonographer Lead to independently perform echocardiograms in hospital-based and pediatric settings and to coordinate scheduling under leadership. You will serve as a liaison, contribute to staff development, and support accreditation efforts.

The role emphasizes quality assurance, research collaboration, and ongoing education. Requirements include BLS, RCS or RDCS, and 5–7 years of experience; NH licensure may be required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Sonography required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS required.
• 5-7 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer preferred.
• New Hampshire Medical Imaging License required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead Advanced Cardiac Sonography Operations and serve as a clinical and technical resource.
• Oversee accreditation applications, compliance activities, and ongoing quality assurance initiatives.
• Support staff leadership: provide feedback, evaluate staff, and participate in hiring and corrective actions.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and workflow in collaboration with leadership.
• Serve as a liaison between sonographers and leadership and contribute to staff education.
• Collaborate with investigators on research operations and equipment evaluations.

Education

Associate's degree in Sonography

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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.

Job Summary

The Cardiac Sonographer Lead is responsible for independently performing all echocardiograms, including those that are very complex, in the hospital-based and/or pediatric settings. The sonographer lead will serve as the liaison between sonographers and leadership. They are also responsible for coordinating the sonographer schedule and coverage under the guidance of the manager and medical director. The sonographer lead is involved in accreditation applications and ongoing quality assurance projects. They are expected to provide constructive feedback to staff and input on staff performance evaluations, hiring, and corrective action. Responsibilities may change over time at the discretion of department leadership to meet the department's evolving needs.

Essential Functions

• Lead Advanced Cardiac Sonography Operations: Perform all Cardiac Sonographer III duties while serving as a clinical and technical resource for sonography staff, fellows, and trainees.
• Oversee Accreditation and Quality Assurance: Manage accreditation applications, compliance activities, and ongoing quality assurance initiatives to maintain regulatory and program standards.
• Support Staff Leadership and Development: Provide constructive feedback, ensure adherence to imaging protocols, and contribute to performance evaluations, hiring decisions, corrective actions, and staff development.
• Coordinate Staffing, Scheduling, and Workflow: Develop and manage sonographer schedules, approve time‑off requests, and ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow in collaboration with leadership.
• Serve as a Key Liaison and Educator: Act as a communication link between sonographers and leadership, represent the team in meetings, build relationships with educational programs, interview students, and teach fellows.
• Advance Operational, Research, and Technology Initiatives: Collaborate with investigators on research operations, prioritize and triage patient orders, contribute to study protocol development, and provide input on equipment evaluations and implementation.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Sonography preferred
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS required
• 5-7 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer preferred
• New Hampshire locations: Medical Imaging License through the State of New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure & Certification (OPLC) required upon hire

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

At MGB, we invest in our people as much as we do in our patients. You can expect:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, retirement)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities across a leading academic health system
• Access to cutting-...technology and world-class clinical expertise
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and patient care
• Recognition programs and ongoing professional development support

Remote Type

Onsite Work Location 52 Second Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $49.00 - $67.74/Hourly Grade 7

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: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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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