Ultrasound Technologist – Lymphedema Specialist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Ultrasound Technologist – Lymphedema Specialist to perform specialized ultrasound examinations and ICG Lymphography for lymphedema care. You will collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced academic medical center.

New grads welcome; RVT preferred. Requires ARDMS/Abdomen/OB-GYN credentials and MA state licensure. Sign-on bonus offered and broad diagnostic ultrasound experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography required.
• License MA Radiology license required and registration with ARRT.
• BLS certification per institution.
• 3-5 years related ultrasound experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic exams across body regions.
• Evaluate image quality and accuracy of orders; adjust as needed.
• Explain procedures clearly to patients to minimize anxiety and ensure cooperation.
• Assist with ultrasound-guided procedures and manage contrast usage and reactions.
• Maintain room readiness, cart compliance, and inventory control.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Radiography

Tools

ARDMS RVT credentials

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus!

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Ultrasound Technologist – Lymphedema Specialist to join our team. This position combines specialized lymphedema imaging with comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound in a fast-paced academic medical center.

The Lymphedema Specialist will be responsible for performing specialized ultrasound examinations to evaluate venous anatomy and lymph nodes, as well as performing Indocyanine Green (ICG) Lymphography to support the diagnosis and treatment planning of patients with lymphedema. The technologist will work closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high‑quality imaging and exceptional patient care.

In addition to lymphedema imaging, the technologist will perform a broad range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations and assist with ultrasound‑guided procedures This role requires the ability to adapt to a high‑acuity environment while maintaining excellent technical skills, patient‑centered care, and adherence to departmental protocols and quality standards.

New grads are welcome and RVT is preferred.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams of various parts of the body which includes setting up equipment and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. Enters instructions into computers,monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of order. Makes necessary adjustments when judged to be necessary.

Evaluates image quality and completeness.

Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Uses Proper Hand Hygiene before and after patient contact. Observes patient's condition and reports any change to nurse or physician.

Edits computer entries for correctness of description, charges for billing, usage of contrast and reactions

Maintains Daily Room Check list, Code Cart Compliance checks and monthly inventory checks for expired products.

Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Medical Radiography required.

License Radiology MA License required., and Registration American Registry of Rad Tech required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.

3-5 years related work experience required.

MA state license.

New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification. Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).

For Ultrasound/Vascular required credentials include ARDMS (Ob/Gyn and Abdomen Specialties) and RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist).

For Breast Imaging/Mammography: required credentials include Mammography certification through ARRT; Licensed in Radiology and Mammography through DPH in Massachusetts; Certified in Breast Sonography (B.S) through ARRT, and or through ARDMS.

Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.

Competencies:

Decision Making:

Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.

Problem Solving:

Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.

Independence of Action:

Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

Written Communications:

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

Oral Communications:

Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

Knowledge:

Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.

Team Work:

Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.

Customer Service:

Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Age based Competencies:

Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 – 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.

Physical Nature of the Job:

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.

Pay Range:

$50.50 – $75.04

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.