Cardiac Sonographer

About the role

Starting rate is $42/hr. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. 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. The role is based at 30 Locust Street.

Responsibilities

• Perform Comprehensive Cardiac Ultrasound Exams: Independently perform high-quality transthoracic echocardiograms (TTEs), TEE Stress Echo, portable cardiac ultrasound studies, and contrast/bubble studies while acquiring diagnostic images for physician interpretation.
• Assess and Prepare Patients for Procedures: Review patient histories, prior imaging, and clinical information to ensure appropriate exam protocols and deliver safe, patient-centered care. IV placement knowledge preferred but training will be provided.
• Document and Communicate Findings: Prepare accurate preliminary reports and communicate relevant findings to interpreting physicians in a timely manner.
• Maintain Safety, Quality, and Compliance Standards: Prepare equipment and exam rooms, adhere to infection prevention and patient safety protocols, and comply with all privacy, departmental, and hospital policies.
• Support Exceptional Patient Experiences: Utilize proper positioning and ergonomic scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort, safety, and a positive experience for patients and families.
• Contribute to Departmental Excellence: Participate in quality improvement and accreditation activities, assist with scheduling and workflow coordination, and meet established productivity and quality standards and other activities as required by department.
• Aid in the participation of our students precepting as deemed appropriate.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree