Senior Cardiac Sonographer - $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,278 - 86,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Echocardiographer to perform non-invasive diagnostic tests for cardiovascular diseases and provide preliminary measurements to support patient care. Under supervision, you will summarize diagnostic data, operate echocardiography equipment, and communicate findings to the manager or requesting physician.

The role includes stress and dobutamine exams, teaching responsibilities, and collaboration with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a two-year cardiology or diagnostic sonography program.
• Certification: ARDMS in echocardiography preferred.
• Experience: 1 year in hospital echocardiography; 5+ years in stress lab with amyloid patients.
• Knowledge: Congenital heart disease and sonography equipment.
• Data: Proficiency in data entry and interpretation of computerized information.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Confidentiality: Protection of sensitive health information.
• Bonus: Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary echocardiographic measurements and interpret exams.
• Summarize diagnostic data and communicate findings.
• Operate phono-apexcardiogram, duplex imaging, and ultrasound equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain informed consent.
• Perform stress and dobutamine echocardiograms, vascular studies, and Holter analyses.
• Coordinate portable exams and manage daily workflow.
• Provide guidance to technicians, fellows, and students.
• Assist with billing charge entry and maintain patient records.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and safety procedures.
• Lead senior administrative duties, including workflow delegation and troubleshooting IT systems.
• Teach technical staff and contribute to equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintain professional growth through education, literature, and workshops.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Bilingual skills

Education

Two-year cardiology/diagnostic sonography program

Job description

Position Summary

Under supervision, performs non-invasive diagnostic tests for cardiovascular diseases to support quality patient care. The Echocardiographer is responsible for preliminary echocardiographic measurements, summarizing diagnostic data and communicating information to the manager or requesting physician.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary echocardiographic measurements and interpret exams.
• Summarize diagnostic data and communicate findings.
• Operate phono‑apexcardiogram, duplex imaging, and ultrasound equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain informed consent.
• Perform stress and dobutamine echocardiograms, vascular studies, and Holter monitor analyses.
• Coordinate portable exams and manage daily workflow.
• Provide guidance to technicians, fellows, and students.
• Assist with billing charge entry and maintain patient records.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and safety procedures.
• Lead senior administrative duties, including workflow delegation and troubleshooting IT systems.
• Teach technical staff and contribute to equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintain professional growth through education, literature, and workshops.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a two‑year cardiology or diagnostic sonography program.
• Certification: Preference for certification or eligibility with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in echocardiography.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in hospital echocardiography; 5+ years in a stress lab and with amyloid patients.
• Knowledge of congenital heart disease, general cardiograph procedures, and sonography equipment.
• Computer proficiency, including data entry and interpretation of computerized information.
• Strong interpersonal skills for patient communication and teamwork.
• Confidentiality of sensitive health information.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $43.03–$62.50 per hour. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, discretionary bonuses, merit increases, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) savings match, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources for employee well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition.