Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Job Info

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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 and other satellites. Sonographer will understand the reasons for the patient's 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:

Perform complete echocardiographic examination independently

Perform complete fetal echocardiograms independently

Acquire echocardiographic examination in digital format

Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history and review prior report/images

Perform expected volume of studies on a consistent basis

Perform echocardiograms in all settings: inpatient, outpatient and other portable sites

Participate in QI initiatives and in measures to support laboratory accreditation

Perform saline bubble studies

Develop proficiency in 3D imaging and other imaging techniques as they become available in the laboratory

Assist with training junior personnel

Participate in research protocols as needed

Provide resource coverage in inpatient or outpatient setting

Train junior personnel and provide back-up support to all personnel

Be receptive to queries from administrative support staff for optimal running of Clinic and Lab

Help guide administrative support staff when technical/scheduling questions arise

Set example for junior personnel regarding work ethic, workflow, technical expertise

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines (e.g. 2 patient identifiers)

Practice Infection Control standards

Learn to use a variety of ultrasound equipment - GE, Philips, etc

Prepare a preliminary report with accurate measurements and appropriate statements

Perform expected volume of studies by end of first year

Understand overall functioning of the laboratory

Develop good time management and organizational skills

Ask questions as necessary regarding protocols, diagnoses, image optimization and other areas

Qualifications
EXPERIENCE At least 5 years experience in pediatric echocardiography

Required:

Certificate : Current RDCS or RCS required

Associate's Degree

Certifications: Required: CPR

Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree

Working Conditions:

Ambulatory clinic and in-patient setting

Able to push 350lb ultrasound machine

EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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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