Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Job SummaryResponsible for specialization in imaging a patient's heart. This role uses ultrasound equipment to examine the heart's chambers, valves, and vessels.
Essential Functions:
-Use both color flow and spectral Doppler to accurately evaluate cardiac stenotic and regurgitant lesions, and intracardiac shunts and other hemodynamically significant lesions.
-Evaluate the hemodynamic significance of various cardiac disease states using all imaging modalities available in accordance with the department's protocols.
-Operate ultrasound system and assist exercise physiologist and RN during dobutamine and stress echocardiography.
-Perform diagnostic vascular examinations according to standardized laboratory protocols; deviating from normal techniques when necessary to provide the best possible results.
-Perform diagnostic vascular examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate structures, while recognizing the limitations of equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
-Perform carotid duplex examinations to evaluate blood flow and plaque characteristics in the carotid and vertebral arteries with both real time imaging and spectral analysis using color capabilities.
-Review patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders.
-Obtains necessary clinical information from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.
QualificationsEducation:
- Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required/bachelor's degree preferred
Licenses and Credentials:
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS] or RCS required
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred
Experience:
- Cardiovascular Imaging Experience 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease.
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of possible techniques, including M-mode, two-dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping.
- Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments.
- Ability to maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
- Demonstrate analytical decision-making skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as a care team member.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)This position is offering a $15,000 sign on bonus (current MGB employees are not eligible)
Location: Waltham, free parking!
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Remote TypeOnsite
Work Location52 Second Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$31.98 - $47.85/Hourly
Grade5
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