Cardiac Sonographer

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance its mission. As a not-for-profit organization, it supports patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. The Cardiac Sonographer will perform comprehensive and high-quality echocardiograms following MGH Echocardiography Lab protocol, utilizing various techniques. They may also assist physicians in the Catheterization Lab and OR. The role requires independent judgment to ensure accurate capture of anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions and may involve preparing exam rooms and equipment. A physical requirement includes the ability to push 300lb ultrasound equipment.

Requirements

Current licensure as a registered cardiac sonographer
Minimum of associate degree (or ultrasonography equivalent) with RDCS or CCI credential.
New Grads welcomed to apply!

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience in echocardiography field preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive and high-quality echocardiogram following MGH Echocardiography Lab protocol.
Utilize a variety of techniques, such as 2DE, M-mode, Doppler, Agitated saline contrast, Ultrasound Enhancement Agents (UEA), 2D strain or 3DE, etc.
Perform a variety of echocardiography exams, including Stress echocardiogram, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) echocardiogram, CRT, Ramp study, etc.
May assist physicians in the Catheterization Lab and OR by performing echocardiography studies to aid them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
Apply independent judgment during the echocardiography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images.
Acquire additional ultrasound imaging as necessary to facilitate optimal diagnostic results for the interpreting physician.
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct echocardiography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
Must be able to push a 300lb ultrasound equipment throughout the hospital when assigned to a portable rotation.