Massachusetts General Hospital
Ultrasound Technologist
Massachusetts General Hospital, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254
Overview
Summary Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The responsibilities also include completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience.
Essential Functions
Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients
Explain procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs
Independently perform Ultrasound exams on patients providing high quality images
Records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation
Assists physician in needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc.
Maintains pertinent records
Education
Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging/ultrasound required
Associate's degree preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within 90 days
BLS required within 90 days
Experience Ultrasound scanning experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good communication skills.
Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
Good business acumen skills.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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Summary Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The responsibilities also include completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience.
Essential Functions
Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients
Explain procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs
Independently perform Ultrasound exams on patients providing high quality images
Records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation
Assists physician in needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc.
Maintains pertinent records
Education
Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging/ultrasound required
Associate's degree preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within 90 days
BLS required within 90 days
Experience Ultrasound scanning experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good communication skills.
Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
Good business acumen skills.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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