Per Diem Sonographer Memorial Campus
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Mammography/Ultrasound Supervisor, the Sonographer performs ultrasound scans to produce images that assist physicians in diagnosing injury and disease in patients of all ages. The role also includes related clerical and service duties. The position is per diem at Memorial Campus, with mixed shifts scheduled across Sunday through Saturday. It is non-exempt and represented by SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees). The posting lists a hiring range of $35.46–$63.84 based on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week; compensation for part-time or reduced schedules is prorated according to scheduled weekly hours and other stated considerations. A signing bonus may be available, with eligibility confirmed during the interview process.
Requirements
- Knowledge equivalent to completion of an Associate Degree in medical imaging and/or a health-related field.
- Registered or registry eligible by the ARDMS, with no restrictions prohibiting work as an ultrasonographer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Obtain additional registration in Vascular, Breast, GYN, and Abdominal.
- BLS healthcare provider certification required before completion of the 90-day probationary period.
Nice To Haves
- Ultrasonography experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Obtain and record appropriate patient clinical information and history; verify the physician’s assessment and adjust standard imaging procedures and techniques for patient size, age, or condition using Universal Protocol.
- Assist, transfer, and position patients as needed while protecting their modesty and physical safety; use auxiliary equipment or devices as needed and select scan parameters appropriate to the examination and patient condition.
- Process and record scanned images according to Radiologist protocol to ensure quality and accuracy; review scans with Radiologists as requested and document work accurately in HIS/RIS/PACS systems.
- Check equipment operation, ensure quality assurance and maintenance schedules are followed, keep tables and equipment clean to prevent cross-contamination, and keep rooms stocked with linen and necessary supplies.
- Stay current with developments in ultrasonography through in-service study, courses or seminars, and professional organizations as appropriate.
- Maintain yearly competency in Trophon disinfection processes.
- Assist in other areas or modalities as needed.
- Comply with departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and health and safety regulations.
- Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed, and apply quality improvement in daily operations.
- Demonstrate respect, professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward employees, patients, and visitors.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and perform other similar duties as required or directed.
Benefits
- A signing bonus may be available; eligibility is confirmed during the interview process.
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Education Level
Associate degree
