Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer

Partner's Healthcare; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem Cardiac Sonographer to perform comprehensive cardiac ultrasounds and related studies, ensuring high-quality imaging for physician interpretation.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Sonography with BLS certification and ARDMS/CCI credentials, plus eligible NH licensure. Per diem schedule, with a competitive starting rate and strong emphasis on patient safety and education.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Sonography preferred
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or RDCS required
• New Hampshire imaging license required upon hire (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms, TEE, stress echo, and contrast studies with high-quality image acquisition
• Assess and prepare patients for procedures with review of histories and prior imaging to ensure safe, patient-centered care
• Document accurate preliminary reports and communicate findings to physicians promptly
• Maintain equipment, rooms, and infection prevention standards per hospital policies
• Support patient experience through proper positioning and ergonomic scanning
• Participate in quality improvement, workflow coordination, and productivity/quality standards
• Assist in supervising students during precepting as deemed appropriate

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Education

Associate's degree in Sonography

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson 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.

Job Summary

Schedule: Per diem

Starting Rate: $42/hr

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

1. Perform Comprehensive Cardiac Ultrasound Exams

   Independently perform high-quality transthoracic echocardiograms (TTEs), TEE Stress Echo, portable cardiac ultrasound studies, and contrast/bubble studies while acquiring diagnostic images for physician interpretation.

2. Assess and Prepare Patients for Procedures

   Review patient histories, prior imaging, and clinical information to ensure appropriate exam protocols and deliver safe, patient-centered care. IV placement knowledge preferred but will provide training.

3. Document and Communicate Findings

   Prepare accurate preliminary reports and communicate relevant findings to interpreting physicians in a timely manner.

4. Maintain Safety, Quality, and Compliance Standards

   Prepare equipment and exam rooms, adhere to infection prevention and patient safety protocols, and comply with all privacy, departmental, and hospital policies.

5. Support Exceptional Patient Experiences

   Utilize proper positioning and ergonomic scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort, safety, and a positive experience for patients and families.

6. Contribute to Departmental Excellence

   Participate in quality improvement and accreditation activities, assist with scheduling and workflow coordination, and meet established productivity and quality standards and other activities as required by department.

7. Aid in the participation of our students precepting as deemed appropriate.

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
• Previous 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)

The salary range for this position is $42-$52/hr

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, 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, along with recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Remote Type OnsiteWork Location 30 Locust StreetScheduled Weekly Hours 0Employee Type Per DiemWork Shift Rotating (United States of America)Pay Range - /HourlyGrade SC3C52At 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

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, 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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