Ultrasound Technologist, Lead

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 134,674,000 - 194,169,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Ultrasound Operations Coordinator to assist the Radiology department in overseeing clinical operations and staff supervision at 45 Francis Street, onsite.

The role emphasizes training, triage, patient care coordination, and supporting radiologists in advanced ultrasound duties. The position requires an Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging or related field, ARDMS certification, and ultrasound experience with diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Ultrasound scanning experience with multiple patient populations; 5–7 years preferred; leadership experience 0–1 year preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist management with operational oversight, quality improvement, operational flow, performance measurement, and implementation of new practices.
• Assist in providing guidance to staff, staff scheduling, triage duties, and be a resource to staff.
• Oversees coordination of clinical activities for students to ensure core curriculum requirements.
• Demonstrates strong customer service by delivering exemplary patient contact while performing advanced ultrasound duties (echocardiogram, vascular, Doppler).
• Acts as a liaison between clinical staff, managers, and Radiologists.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Mentoring

Business acumen

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

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.

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the manager with operational oversight, improvement of clinical operations, and staff supervision. Functions include training, mentoring, and evaluating clinical staff; overseeing the coordination of clinical activities for students; coordinating patient care and flow; telephone triage; medical information management; and clinical support for the radiologist. Also performs the duties of a clinical staff member and serves as a role model and resource for departmental staff. This position acts as a liaison between the clinical staff, managers, and the Radiologists.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Assist management with operational oversight, quality improvement, operational flow, performance measurement, and implementation of new practices.
• Assist in providing guidance to staff, staff scheduling, triage duties, and is a resource to staff.
• Oversees the coordination of clinical activities for students to ensure they are meeting core curriculum requirements.
• Demonstrates positive customer service focus by delivering exemplary personal patient contact while executing advanced ultrasound clinical duties, which may include echocardiogram, vascular, doppler, etc.
• Acts as a liaison between clinical staff, managers, and Radiologists.

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

• Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required

Experience

• Ultrasound scanning experience with multiple patient populations 5-7 years preferred or 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

45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$47.00 - $67.74/Hourly

Grade

7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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.

EEO Statement

2200 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.