Massachusetts General Hospital
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Under the general supervision of the Director of Pediatric Echocardiology, the candidate will join a robust, experienced team of sonographers in performing pediatric echocardiographic exams at Boston and satellite are locations. The echocardiography lab provides opportunities for continued learning, complex case discussions, and participation in specific interests including quality, 3D, fetal echocardiography, etc. We are a team of currently 7 pediatric sonographers looking for a team player to join our program and further our work in caring for congenital heart disease pediatric patients in the area. Some travel to satellite clinics is required.
Responsibilities
Perform complete echocardiographic examination independently
Acquire echocardiographic examination in digital format
Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history and review prior report/images
Participate in QI initiatives and in measures to support laboratory accreditation
Participate in research protocols as needed
Help guide administrative support staff when technical/scheduling questions arise
Skills & Competencies Required
Comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines (e.g. 2 patient identifiers)
Practice Infection Control standards
Willingness to use a variety of ultrasound equipment from different vendors
Understand overall functioning of the laboratory
Develop good time management and organizational skills
Experience
Current RDCS or RCS required
Associate's Degree required
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
Working Conditions Ambulatory clinic and in-patient setting
Equal Opportunity Employer 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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Responsibilities
Perform complete echocardiographic examination independently
Acquire echocardiographic examination in digital format
Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history and review prior report/images
Participate in QI initiatives and in measures to support laboratory accreditation
Participate in research protocols as needed
Help guide administrative support staff when technical/scheduling questions arise
Skills & Competencies Required
Comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines (e.g. 2 patient identifiers)
Practice Infection Control standards
Willingness to use a variety of ultrasound equipment from different vendors
Understand overall functioning of the laboratory
Develop good time management and organizational skills
Experience
Current RDCS or RCS required
Associate's Degree required
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
Working Conditions Ambulatory clinic and in-patient setting
Equal Opportunity Employer 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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