Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

Tufts Medicine•Woburn, MA

10d•$44 - $56•Hybrid

About The Position

At Tufts Medical Center, our Pediatric Cardiac Sonographers play a vital role in delivering specialized cardiac imaging for infants, children, and adolescents in a nationally recognized pediatric heart program. This position offers the opportunity to perform advanced echocardiography while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional patient care. In addition to working at our downtown Boston campus, this role provides coverage at our pediatric satellite locations in Woburn, Chelmsford, and Lawrence, bringing high-quality cardiac imaging closer to the communities we serve. Job Profile Summary This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation. Job Overview Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.

Requirements

Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI).
Two (2) years of experience as a Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist.
Basic Life Support Certification.
Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
Good communication skills.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to organize and set priorities.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Independently perform cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
Participate in ongoing education and training.
Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
May teach students and support new technologists.