Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, 32 hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health • Milford, MA

72d • $33 - $59

About The Position

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. Under the general direction of the Director of Cardiology Services, the Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic echocardiograms for subsequent interpretation by a Cardiologist.

Requirements

• 1 year of formal training or equivalent experience with equipment
• Current CPR certification
• 2–3 years of dedicated cardiac experience (excluding training)

Nice To Haves

• College degree
• RDCS certification or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Echocardiogram Performance
• 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.
• Clinical Communication and Documentation
• Obtains complete clinical history from patient and/or chart.
• Writes preliminary technical interpretation of echo results.
• Captures diagnostic-quality digital loops for cardiologist review.
• Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)
• Prepares patient, room, and equipment for TEE.
• Assists cardiologist with equipment settings during procedure.
• Performs post-procedure tasks including disinfection and restocking.
• Equipment Maintenance and Cleaning
• Cleans exam tables, probes, and ECG cables daily.
• Disinfects TEE probes per protocol.
• Cleans machine filters regularly.
• Department Readiness and Supply Management
• Maintains records and tapes of exams and ensures accurate billing.
• Orders and stocks necessary supplies.
• Collaboration Across Departments
• Coordinates with other cardiovascular and hospital testing areas.
• Assists with patient preparation and stress testing.
• Schedules echo exams in conjunction with other tests.
• Quality Assurance and Mentorship
• Maintains exam quality records and monthly statistics.
• Keeps service and repair logs and schedules maintenance.
• Orients and mentors new sonographers.
• Professional Development
• Maintains continuing education credits.
• Attends relevant seminars and reads current literature.
• Reviews echo results with cardiologists.
• Heartlab System Management
• Stores patient images accurately using echo carts.
• Edits digital loops and demographic data.
• Performs regular DVD backups of patient images and reports.
• Age-Specific Competency
• Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients of all ages.
• Provides age-appropriate care and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees