Per Diem Ultrasonographer - Breast Imaging Center

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 35,459 - 80,658; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health is looking for a part-time ultrasound technologist at their Cancer Center in Weymouth, MA. The role primarily involves conducting breast ultrasounds, ensuring patient safety, and performing clerical duties. Candidates should have a graduate degree from an accredited ultrasound program and preferably one to two years of breast ultrasound experience.

The position requires RDMS eligibility and emphasizes adherence to safety and hygiene protocols in a patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• One to two years breast ultrasound experience preferred.
• RDMS or eligibility in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Responsibilities

• Conducts breast ultrasounds on patients of all ages.
• Checks images with the Radiologist and consults about scans.
• Performs general clerical duties accurately.
• Adheres to safety protocols and hygiene guidelines.

Skills

Breast ultrasound experience

Attention to detail

Patient communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program

RDMS or eligible

Job description

Job Summary

This position is located at our Cancer Center (101 Columbian Street, Weymouth), primarily conducting breast ultrasounds.

Location

101 Columbian Street, Weymouth, MA 02190

Employment Type

Status: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Pay Range

$25.74 - $58.55

Essential Functions

• Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
• Performs breast ultrasound exams.
• Checks all images with the Radiologist.
• Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.
• Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
• Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
• Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
• Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:
  • Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital’s policy.
  • Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.
  • Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.
  • Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.
  • Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.
• Safety Awareness – Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  • Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
  • Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
  • Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
  • Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
  • Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
  • Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
  • Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
  • Adheres to universal precautions.
  • Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
  • Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

Technology and Learning

Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.

Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Minimum Education – Required

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.

Minimum Work Experience

One to two (1–2) years breast ultrasound experience preferred.

Required Licenses / Registrations

RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Breast Registry Preferred

Varied M-F fill-in hours.

License/Registration/Certification Requirements

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).