What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per diem Cardiac Sonographer position at Newton-Wellesley 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.
Job Summary
Located at 140 Yarmouth Road in Hyannis Massachusetts, Mass General Brigham (Hyannis, Cardiology), a member of the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute and formerly Cardiovascular Consultants of Cape Cod, offers outpatient general cardiology services, echocardiography, cardiac stress testing and nuclear cardiac imagining. While supporting the Cape Cod community, providers of the practice also support both Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Cottage Hospital, to bring cardiac care closer to home for patients and provide a bridge to Mass General Brigham academic medical centers where advanced care is needed!We are seeking a Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer to support our practice on-site picking up a minimum of 2, 8-hour shifts a month. We are flexible with the shift times based on the candidate's availability!
Key Responsibilities
1.Perform Comprehensive Cardiac Ultrasound Exams
Independently perform high-quality transthoracic echocardiograms (TTEs), portable cardiac ultrasound studies, and contrast/bubble studies while acquiring diagnostic images for physician interpretation.
2.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.
3.Document and Communicate Findings
Prepare accurate preliminary reports and communicate relevant findings to interpreting physicians in a timely manner.
4.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.
5.Support Exceptional Patient Experiences
Utilize proper positioning and ergonomic scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort, safety, and a positive experience for patients and families.
6.Contribute to Departmental Excellence
Participate in quality improvement and accreditation activities, assist with scheduling and workflow coordination, and meet established productivity and quality standards.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in Sonography preferred
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS required
Previous experience as a Cardiac Sonographer preferred
New Hampshire locations:Medical Imaging License through the State of New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure & Certification (OPLC) required upon hire
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals 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.
You can expect:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, retirement)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities across a leading academic health system
- Access to cutting-edge technology and world-class clinical expertise
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and patient care
- Recognition programs and ongoing professional development support
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$45.00 - $57.34/HourlyGrade
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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.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.
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