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
Following an orientation period, the Cardiac Sonographer I is responsible for independently performing comprehensive echocardiograms and/or bubble studies for adult and/or pediatric patients in outpatient and hospital-based settings. The sonographer must demonstrate foundational knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology in the assigned patient population. The sonographer is expected to understand the patient's exam rationale, acquire high-quality diagnostic images, and provide accurate preliminary findings in a timely manner. The sonographer will comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines and adhere to departmental and hospital policies. Responsibilities may change over time at the discretion of department leadership to meet the department's evolving needs.*For NH sites, a Medical Imaging License through the state's OPLC is required upon hire.
Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.
Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history, and prior reports/images.
Apply proper positioning tools and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort and prevent personal injury, provide safe and high-quality patient care, and ensure an exceptional patient and family experience.
Perform comprehensive TTEs (transthoracic echo) independently within 6 months of hire.
Perform ultrasound contrast and agitated saline (bubble) studies when indicated and complex portable studies when needed.
Write preliminary reports to the interpreting physician.
Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and in all measures to support accreditation.
Assist with scheduling as needed.
Meet productivity and volume expectations as defined by department standards.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Education
- Associates degree required; bachelor's degree preferred
Certification/Licensure
- ARMDS/RCS/RDCS/CCI required
- BLS required
Experience
- Experience in echocardiography field preferred but not required.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- Hours: M-F 8:30-5pm. Rotating Saturday every couple of months.
- Location: Onsite - MGH Main Campus Boston
- New Grads welcomed to apply!
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$31.98 - $47.85/Hourly
Grade
5
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.
