Ophthalmic Sonographer ll
Job Description
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
Performs a variety of ultrasound scans of the eye to measure and evaluate disease conditions. Provides advisory information to the Physician on technical ultrasound data. Participates in research projects by collecting data and performing special ultrasound studies of animals and human subjects. Assists in training other junior level staff.Essential Functions:
Completes ultrasound request forms to determine study technique, based on clinical information provided by the referring physicians.
Administers anesthetic drops and coupling agent to the patient's eye, while reassuring and explaining the procedures.
Performs Contact B-scan, Immersion scan, Standardized A-scan, Color Doppler
Analysis, UBM and Axial Length measurements and identifies potential complications of the scan and refers the patient to the retina resident in the event of a complication.
Calculates intraocular lens power and verifies reliability of calculations based on the keratometry readings provided on the requisition.
Evaluates clarity and accuracy of ultrasound data.
Refers final interpretation of and data and case results to the medical director or referring M.D.
Selects images to reflect incidental findings that may be clinically relevant and reviews reports prior to sending to sending to referring Physicians.
Participates in research projects by collecting and analyzing data obtained by performing special studies on animals and human subjects.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Associate's Degree preferred
2-3 years of previous ultrasound experience or Ophthalmic tech experience required
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Demonstrated familiarity with ophthalmic terminology.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Competencies include excellent judgment, dependability, and diligence.
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Must adhere to safety standard established by the hospital and regulatory agencies.
Broad knowledge of the anatomy of the eye.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of privacy-related initiatives.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$27.95 - $40.70/Hourly
Grade
6
EEO Statement:
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.