Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer

Mass General Brigham; Town of Northampton (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge technology

Collaborative culture

Professional development support

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Cooley Dickinson Hospital is seeking a Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer for an onsite role at 30 Locust Street, NH. The position involves performing comprehensive echocardiography exams and ensuring patient safety and high-quality imaging.

You will review histories, prepare patients for procedures, and communicate findings to physicians. Benefits include competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a collaborative clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Sonography preferred.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• RCS or RDCS certification required.
• NH Medical Imaging License required upon hire.
• Previous Cardiac Sonographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms and related studies.
• Assess patient histories and prep for procedures, ensuring safety and protocol adherence.
• Document preliminary findings and communicate with interpreting physicians promptly.
• Maintain equipment, infection control, and privacy compliance.
• Support patient experience and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Assist with scheduling/workflow and student precepting as appropriate.

Education

Associate’s degree in Sonography

AHA BLS certification

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or RDCS

New Hampshire Medical Imaging License (OPLC) upon hire

Previous Cardiac Sonographer experience

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

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)

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-edge 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

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

• /Hourly

Grade

SC3C52

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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