Ultrasound Technologist I

Davita Inc.; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Ultrasound Technologist to serve as a specialist in advanced ultrasound programs. This position involves providing instruction to medical sonography students and performing essential ultrasound procedures while ensuring quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sonography and be able to guide and support staff effectively.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ultrasound scanning experience with multiple patient populations required.
• Licenses preferred include Radiologic Technologist and Technician.
• Leadership experience of 0-1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-the-job instruction to employees in ultrasound procedures.
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures and evaluates their needs.
• Independently performs advanced ultrasound procedures such as echocardiograms.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to effectively evaluate

Ability to guide and teach others

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences (preferred)

Job description

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.


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.

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%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.