Technologist, Ultrasound Reg-SHARE

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus (eligibility)

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health Breast Imaging is seeking a Breast Ultrasound Technologist to perform high-quality breast ultrasound exams and assist radiologists in invasive procedures. The role requires ARDMS Breast certification within one year and a minimum of 3 years in breast imaging.

You will operate imaging systems, maintain records, and ensure safety and patient comfort. The position offers a day shift, with a 24-hour work schedule per week, and belongs to the SHARE union.

Qualifications

• Specialized post-secondary training equivalent to two years of college.
• Registration required by ARDMS (Breast).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Breast Imaging setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality breast ultrasound exams.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and record images.
• Assist radiologists during invasive procedures (biopsies, aspirations).
• Maintain patient records and ensure accurate exam reporting and billing compliance.

Skills

Breast ultrasound

ARDMS certification

Ultrasound procedures

Education

Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

ARDMS certification in Breast

Job description

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $42.83 - $60.88

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 7:45-4:15, 8-4:30

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 24

Cost Center: 10010 - 3580 Mammography

Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

I. Major Responsibilities:

• Perform specialized or general procedures according to established departmental protocols.
• Perform ultrasound procedures for vascular, obstetrical and other specific areas as required.
• Operate all types of Ultrasound equipment. Performs portable exams in various areas throughout the hospital to include the Operating Room and Intensive Care Units. Records images and makes hard copies where applicable.
• Uses RIS to schedule and complete exams as applicable. Process labels, folders and films.
• Serves as a resource to sonographers, MDs, and students.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. Maintains
• Clean and safe work area. Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown to supervisor.
• Provides proper patient care. Interviews patients for required information. Explains procedures to patients to ensure their understanding, cooperation, comfort and to optimize test results. Positions patients as required. Exercises care when moving patients to ensure their comfort and safety. Takes vital signs as required; informs physician of changes.
• Maintains patient records and statistics accurately.
• Labels sonograms properly to assist in diagnosis and to ensure correct identification. Provides test information to physicians. Notifies physicians immediately of results revealing patient risks.
• Maintain records, reports and files as required or directed.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:

• Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
• Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
• Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
• Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
• Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

II. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

• Required: Specialized post-secondary training equal to two years of college.

Experience/Skills:

• Required: Registration required by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

Work is considered sedentary. Position requires work indoors in a normal office environment.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Ultrasound Manager and Lead Technologist, the Breast Ultrasound Technologist performs high-quality diagnostic sonographic imaging in a breast imaging setting. This role supports radiologists by producing accurate imaging, assisting in procedures, and ensuring adherence to departmental policies, patient safety standards, and hospital protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of breast ultrasound exams ensuring high diagnostic quality
• Assist physicians during invasive procedures (biopsies, aspirations, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, ensuring compliance with infection control and safety protocols
• Position patients appropriately to ensure comfort, safety, and optimal imaging results
• Monitor patient condition during exams and respond to any changes as needed
• Collaborate with radiologists to provide required imaging views and additional scans
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure proper exam reporting and billing compliance
• Operate imaging systems such as PACS, RIS, and Epic
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and ensure rooms are clean and ready for use
• Provide patient-centered care with clear communication and professionalism
• Support departmental workflow, including schedule flexibility and coverage as needed

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Breast Imaging setting
• ARDMS Certification in Breast - required within 1 year of hire date
• Associate's degree or certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.