Mass General Brigham
Cardiac Sonographer- Senior Echo Tech/ BWH
Mass General Brigham, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Cardiac Sonographer / Senior Echo Technician
Mass General Brigham (Brigham & Women's Hospital, Inc.) – Boston Main Campus, 70 Francis Street, Boston, MA (Onsite, Day Shift, 40 hours per week, Regular, $37.55–$55.48 hourly).
Job Highlights
Generous 10,000 $ sign‑on bonus for experienced Echo Techs ($3,000 for entry level to one year).
Opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art non‑invasive cardiac technology and to participate in continuing education and best‑practice sessions.
Responsibilities
Independently perform 2‑dimensional, color Doppler, and continuous Doppler echocardiograms; review images and provide preliminary interpretation to referring physicians.
Assist in scheduling cardiac ultrasound procedures for inpatients and outpatients and maintain accurate scheduling records.
Maintain inventory of echo supplies and perform routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
Record and review test results; prepare accurate reports using electronic medical records and reporting systems.
Participate in quality‑control activities, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and refer complex problems to the echo supervisor.
Educate and orient new echo technicians; collaborate with the Chief Sonographer and Medical Director to ensure high‑quality examinations.
Perform bedside echocardiograms in intensive care units and accommodate weekend shifts as needed.
Qualifications Education:
Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent program with a Cardiovascular Technologist Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. A valid ARDCS or CCI certification is required.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years as a registered echocardiography or vascular technologist; thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics.
Skills & Abilities:
Expert technical knowledge of cardiac echo imaging and ability to perform complex cardiac pathologies analysis.
Strong analytical skills for initial interpretation of findings.
Good manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and understanding of ultrasound physics.
Excellent communication skills with patients, staff, and physicians.
Flexibility to work weekends and perform bedside echo in critical care settings.
Physical Requirements
Standing 34–66% of the shift; walking 34–66%; walking to lifting >35 lb occasionally; carrying 20–35 lb frequently.
Other tasks include kneeling, crouching, reaching, and gross handling.
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military status, and other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Job Highlights
Generous 10,000 $ sign‑on bonus for experienced Echo Techs ($3,000 for entry level to one year).
Opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art non‑invasive cardiac technology and to participate in continuing education and best‑practice sessions.
Responsibilities
Independently perform 2‑dimensional, color Doppler, and continuous Doppler echocardiograms; review images and provide preliminary interpretation to referring physicians.
Assist in scheduling cardiac ultrasound procedures for inpatients and outpatients and maintain accurate scheduling records.
Maintain inventory of echo supplies and perform routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
Record and review test results; prepare accurate reports using electronic medical records and reporting systems.
Participate in quality‑control activities, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and refer complex problems to the echo supervisor.
Educate and orient new echo technicians; collaborate with the Chief Sonographer and Medical Director to ensure high‑quality examinations.
Perform bedside echocardiograms in intensive care units and accommodate weekend shifts as needed.
Qualifications Education:
Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent program with a Cardiovascular Technologist Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. A valid ARDCS or CCI certification is required.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years as a registered echocardiography or vascular technologist; thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics.
Skills & Abilities:
Expert technical knowledge of cardiac echo imaging and ability to perform complex cardiac pathologies analysis.
Strong analytical skills for initial interpretation of findings.
Good manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and understanding of ultrasound physics.
Excellent communication skills with patients, staff, and physicians.
Flexibility to work weekends and perform bedside echo in critical care settings.
Physical Requirements
Standing 34–66% of the shift; walking 34–66%; walking to lifting >35 lb occasionally; carrying 20–35 lb frequently.
Other tasks include kneeling, crouching, reaching, and gross handling.
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military status, and other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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