Research Cardiac Sonographer II

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer II is responsible for independently performing comprehensive echocardiograms, including bubble studies, stress echo, dobutamine echo, complex congenital echo, and pediatric echo, in hospital-based and/or outpatient settings. Responsibilities also include assisting in specialized procedures such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) evaluations and ventricular assist device (VAD) studies. In Pediatrics, this also involves independently performing comprehensive echocardiographic studies in patients with congenital and structurally abnormal hearts, including pediatric, post-operative, adult congenital, and fetal populations. As such, this role requires advanced knowledge of congenital anatomy, surgical repairs, and age-dependent physiology, and directly supports high-acuity diagnostic and clinical decision-making. 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 may be responsible for training other sonographers and may be an on-site resource to troubleshoot challenges. The sonographer may assist with Joint Commission regulations and ensure accreditation readiness. 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. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Requirements

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred
Registered Cardiac Sonographer [RCS] - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required
Basic Life Support [BLS] - Generic - HR Only required
Sonographer experience 2-3 years preferred
High degree of technical expertise.
Builds upon foundational skills to perform procedures, contribute to clinical improvement initiatives, and support the professional development of junior staff with little assistance.

Nice To Haves

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Responsibilities

Perform all Cardiac Sonographer I responsibilities.
Perform Stress and Dobutamine echo.
Perform echoes on all complex patients (ICU, ECMO, LVAD, bedside, STAT) with assistance.
Perform additional protocols for special patient populations (e.g., pediatrics, research).
Perform simple congenital cases.
Collaborate with research staff to collect and document echocardiographic data for clinical studies.
Provide full assistance for TEE (community sites only).
May serve as an Epic/PACS superuser and as a liaison with leads and managers.
Train staff, as needed.
Coordinate and perform research echocardiograms across a variety of settings, including outpatient, inpatient, portable bedside, intensive care, emergency, and exercise laboratory environments.
Review patient history and prior imaging when available.
Perform complete echocardiographic examinations according to study protocols.
Acquire and upload digital images.
Prepare preliminary reports with accurate measurements.
Perform image analysis and quality control.
Upload imaging data to outside Echo Core Laboratories.
Book research echocardiograms.
Coordinate follow-up visits.
Compile and enter study data into electronic data capture systems.
Maintain accurate patient and study records in accordance with research and regulatory requirements.
Participate in research protocol meetings.
Provide study administrative support as needed.
Maintain research databases, patient files, and regulatory documentation.
Assist with additional tasks identified by investigators.