Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - MRMC - 40 hrs Days

UMass Memorial Health • Milford, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Cardiology Services, the Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic echocardiograms for subsequent interpretation by a Cardiologist. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Requirements

• 1 year of formal training or equivalent experience with equipment
• Current CPR certification
• 2–3 years of dedicated cardiac experience (excluding training)
• Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Nice To Haves

• College degree
• RDCS certification or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Performs M-mode, 2D, and color/Doppler exams according to ARDMS protocol.
• Utilizes multiple patient positions and equipment settings for optimal imaging.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
• Obtains complete clinical history from patient and/or chart.
• Writes preliminary technical interpretation of echo results.
• Captures diagnostic-quality digital loops for cardiologist review.
• Prepares patient, room, and equipment for TEE.
• Assists cardiologist with equipment settings during procedure.
• Performs post-procedure tasks including disinfection and restocking.
• Cleans exam tables, probes, and ECG cables daily.
• Disinfects TEE probes per protocol.
• Cleans machine filters regularly.
• Maintains records and tapes of exams and ensures accurate billing.
• Orders and stocks necessary supplies.
• Coordinates with other cardiovascular and hospital testing areas.
• Assists with patient preparation and stress testing.
• Schedules echo exams in conjunction with other tests.
• Maintains exam quality records and monthly statistics.
• Keeps service and repair logs and schedules maintenance.
• Orients and mentors new sonographers.
• Maintains continuing education credits.
• Attends relevant seminars and reads current literature.
• Reviews echo results with cardiologists.
• Stores patient images accurately using echo carts.
• Edits digital loops and demographic data.
• Performs regular DVD backups of patient images and reports.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients of all ages.
• Provides age-appropriate care and support.

Benefits

• signing bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree