Per diem Cardiac Sonographer

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer III independently performs all echocardiograms, including highly complex studies in hospital-based and/or pediatric settings. Cases may include complex valve and congenital studies, Cath/EP lab procedures, biopsies, TAVRs, and pediatric echocardiograms. In pediatric settings, the sonographer performs comprehensive studies for patients with congenital or structurally abnormal hearts, including pediatric, postoperative, adult congenital, and fetal populations. The role requires advanced knowledge of congenital anatomy, surgical repairs, and age-dependent physiology and supports high-acuity diagnostic and clinical decision-making. The sonographer prepares preliminary reports with accurate measurements and appropriate statements, understands the clinical reasons for examinations, and follows patient privacy and safety guidelines and departmental and hospital policies. The role also involves precepting and mentoring junior staff, students, and fellows; leading the team when lead sonographers are absent; supporting accreditation and quality-assurance activities; and assisting with research and professional activities. Responsibilities may change at department leadership’s discretion. For New Hampshire sites, a state OPLC Medical Imaging License is required upon hire.

Requirements

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Ability to perform echocardiograms on critically ill or high-acuity patients and adapt techniques to complex clinical scenarios.
Flexibility and adaptability to perform studies in inpatient, outpatient, procedural, and emergency environments.
For New Hampshire sites, a Medical Imaging License through the state's OPLC is required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
Three to five years of sonographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all responsibilities of a Cardiac Sonographer II and independently perform all cases.
Perform advanced cardiac imaging, including complex congenital, pediatric, fetal, and structural echocardiography, using active pediatric echocardiography certification as required.
Provide imaging support for Cath/EP lab procedures, including biopsies and TAVR cases, and assist with advanced and 3D transesophageal echocardiography at designated community sites.
Troubleshoot Epic/PACS issues.
Precept and mentor junior staff, students, and fellows, modeling effective work ethic, workflow, and technical expertise.
Lead the team in the absence of lead sonographers and provide backup support as needed.
Help collect data for Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) activities and maintain responsibility for accreditation applications and ongoing quality assurance.
Guide administrative support staff on technical and scheduling questions to support clinic and lab operations.
Pick up extra shifts when needed to support lab needs.
Support research initiatives through data collection, imaging analysis, abstract presentations, and manuscript preparation.
Represent the organization in professional and industry settings.
Prepare preliminary reports with accurate measurements and appropriate statements, while following patient privacy, safety, and organizational policies.