Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Pediatric Echocardiology the incumbent will be responsible for performing complete and comprehensive pediatric echocardiographic exams independently in an ambulatory care setting in various offices in Boston Worcester Danvers Braintree Foxboro Cape Cod Holyoke Dover NH and other satellites. Sonographer will understand the reasons for the patients exam and prepare preliminary reports with accurate measures and appropriate statements. Incumbent will comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines and adheres to departmental and hospital policies and procedures.Responsibilities: Relevant activities include but are not limited to the following:
1. Perform complete echocardiographic examination independently
2. Perform complete fetal echocardiograms independently
3. Acquire echocardiographic examination in digital format
4. Understand reasons for individual patient exams review patient history and review prior report/images
5. Perform expected volume of studies on a consistent basis
6. Perform echocardiograms in all settings: inpatient outpatient and other portable sites
7. Participate in QI initiatives and in measures to support laboratory accreditation
8. Perform saline bubble studies
9. Develop proficiency in 3D imaging and other imaging techniques as they become available in the laboratory
10. Assist with training junior personnel
11. Participate in research protocols as needed
12. Provide resource coverage in inpatient or outpatient setting
13. Train junior personnel and provide back-up support to all personnel
14. Be receptive to queries from administrative support staff for optimal running of Clinic and Lab
15. Help guide administrative support staff when technical/scheduling questions arise
16. Set example for junior personnel regarding work ethic workflow technical expertise
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
1. Comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines (e.g. 2 patient identifiers) 2. Practice Infection Control standards
3. Learn to use a variety of ultrasound equipment GE Philips etc
4. Prepare a preliminary report with accurate measurements and appropriate statements
5. Perform expected volume of studies by end of first year
6. Understand overall functioning of the laboratory
7. Develop good time management and organizational skills
8. Ask questions as necessary regarding protocols diagnoses image optimization and other areas
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE:
- At least 5 years experience in pediatric echocardiography preferred
- Current RDCS or RCS required Associates Degree
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree
- CPR Certified
Working Conditions: Ambulatory clinic and in-patient setting Able to push 350lb ultrasound machine
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
