Ultrasound Technologist II

Mass General Brigham; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join their team at Brigham and Women's Hospital. This position involves teaching diagnostic medical sonography students and performing advanced ultrasound examinations. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, relevant educational qualifications, and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging required.
• No equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• 3-5 years ultrasound scanning experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job instruction to ultrasound staff.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Record digital images for radiologists.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teaching

Independence

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging

Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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.

Budgeted position. Lori Howard has reduced to per diem status . A PN number is needed to post Lori's vacant 30 hours.

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 student 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 [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Sonographer [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer [RDMS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) 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 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

20 Patriot Place

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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.