Ultrasound Technologist

Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to provide advanced ultrasound services and guide students. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree and experience with diverse patient populations, alongside relevant certifications. This role contributes to exceptional patient care and team performance within a community-focused healthcare system.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ultrasound scanning experience is required.
• Radiologic Technologist and Technician license preferred.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Registered Vascular Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-the-job instruction to ultrasound staff.
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures and explains them.
• Independently conducts advanced ultrasound procedures.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to guide and teach others

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging or Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, 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 Summary
Serves as the specialist for advanced and new ultrasound programs and examinations. This position provides guidance to medical sonography students and is a resource to ultrasound staff.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Provides on-the-job instruction to employees in ultrasound procedures.
-Provides for clinical experience of diagnostic medical sonography students, instructing and guiding students through ultrasound procedures.
-Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures, which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients.
-Explain procedures to patients, taking into consideration physical and emotional needs.
-Independently provides advanced Ultrasound Technologist practitioner procedural activities, which may include echocardiogram, vascular, doppler, etc.
-Records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation.
-Assists physician in needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc.
Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required or Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required and Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Sonographer [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Registered Vascular Technologist [RVT] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Experience Ultrasound scanning experience with multiple patient populations 3-5 years required and Leadership experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good communication skills. - Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve. - Ability to work independently. - Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others. - Good business acumen skills. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 100 Brigham Way Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) EEO Statement: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, 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. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.