Sonographer Jobs in Charlestown, New Hampshire

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Cardiac Sonographer II

Beth Israel Lahey Health Charlestown, MA

Join The Growing BiLH Team When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Under the direction of the Lead Cardiac Sonographer and Technical Director, the Cardiac Sonographer performs cardiac ultrasound exams according to departmental policy and standards. Primary Responsibilities 1. Performs M-mode, two dimensional, three dimensional, spectral and color Doppler echocardiograms according to the established laboratory protocol and modified as needed by patient variability; reviews medical record for pertinent history. Communicates with reading physicians regarding echocardiogram findings. Performs saline contrast studies and UEA studies as per protocol. 2. Generates preliminary reports with all protocol specified measurements. 3. Determines priority for requested studies and revises schedule as needed to perform urgent outpatient and emergency inpatient studies; recognizes important and life-threatening abnormalities on the echocardiogram and calls them to the immediate attention of the director or physicians. 4. Instructs cardiac and anesthesia fellows in scanning technique. Identifies patients with echocardiographic findings of importance or uniqueness for the hospital's and medical staff's teaching and research program. 5. Assists in training new echocardiography staff. Instructs techniques of echocardiography (scanning and interpretation) to fellow, house officers, students and new colleagues. 6. Monitors supply inventory and notifies manager to re-order; maintains equipment in clean, running order and notifies manager if equipment repair is warranted. 7. Treats all patient information and laboratory findings in a confidential manner; responds to all patients in a courteous and professional manner. 8. Maintains knowledge of echocardiography with attendance at weekly conferences and attendance at conferences/CME events. Maintain minimum CME requirements as per ARDMS/CCI. 9. In addition to the above responsibilities, the level II sonographer must maintain a professional contribution in two or more of the following areas: IV insertion Active participation of an educational activity within the last 12 months (active participation in a regional or national educational activities i.e. faculty, board member) HCM Stress Echo Performs stress echo/dobutamine stress echo Actively scanning and competent in intraprocedural Cath lab studies Active and ongoing participation in research studies/QI projects (within the last 12 months) 5 years' experience scanning ACS credential FASE designation Required Qualifications 1. Vocational or Technical training in echocardiography. 2. Basic Life Support RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) certification. New graduates are expected to obtain RDCS/RCS certification within 3 months of hire date. 3. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology either through college level courses in biology and anatomy and/or relevant acquired experience. Preferred Qualifications 1. Graduation of an accredited echocardiography program. 2. At least three years of experience performing echocardiograms in a hospital setting Competencies Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance. Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents. Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager. Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers. Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work groups by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members. Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Age-based Competencies: Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 - over. Social/Environmental Requirements: 1. Work requires close attention to tasks for work to be accurately completed. Intermittent breaks during the workday do not compromise the work. 2. Work routine is consistent, but employees need to be able to use judgment to respond to events several times a week. 3. Potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions Daily: Protective equipment required (Respirator, earplugs, mask, gloves, eyewear etc), Potential exposure to infectious diseases and/or airborne pathogens, Potential exposure to infectious diseases and/or bloodborne pathogens. 4. Health Care Status: HCW1 : Regular, day-to-day contact; both face-to-face and hands-on (having close contact within three feet for at least five minutes). Examples: physicians, clinical nurses, phlebotomist, medical assistants, PFT tech, and x-ray tech. Sensory Requirements: Close work (paperwork, visual examination), Color vision/perception, Visual monotony, Visual clarity Physical Requirements: Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift. This job requires frequent walking, standing, bending neck, bending waist, twisting neck, twisting waist, Power Grasping using one hand, Fine Manipulation using one hand, Pushing/Pulling using one hand, Keyboard use, Reaching-above shoulder height, Reaching-below shoulder height, Pushing items weighing up to 10 lbs, Pushing items weighing up to 25 lbs, Pushing items weighing up to 50 lbs. There may be occasional pushing items weighing up to 75 lbs, pushing items weighing up to or more than 100 lbs. Push a wheelchair or wheeled bed containing a patient weighing up to 250 pounds, with assistance. BILH Vaccination Requirement As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer

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Cardiac Sonographer (Per Diem)

Tufts Medicine Charlestown, MA

Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation. Job Overview Under the direction of the supervising clinical leader, effectively performs all phases of cardiac ultrasound studies according to Policy and Procedure in a safe, accurate and timely manner which are necessary for cardiological diagnosis. Under minimal supervision, this position performs and interprets a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures including m-mode, 2-D real time imaging and Doppler techniques (pulsed, CW, and color). Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in Radiology or related field. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI). Basic Life Support Certification. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Radiologic Science. Two (2) years of clinical experience. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations; using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D, and Doppler techniques. Gives preliminary interpretation of study results to cardiologist. Performs echocardiograms, and echos in the echocardiography laboratory, cardiac catheterization laboratory, intensive care unit, or ward units. Assists physicians in obtaining transesophageal, intraoperative, and three-dimensional studies. Assists physicians in obtaining and recording data for research projects. Maintains equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows infection control practices. Maintains a good working knowledge of charging and billing process. Responsible for charging appropriately. Prepares patient, explains procedures to patient (and family) and obtains clinical information from patient's cardiology chart prior to exam. Obtains permanent video or digital recordings and tracings from the ultrasound unit. Makes appropriate measurements and calculations from information obtained during exam. Acquisition and exporting of three-dimensional echocardiographic data, and off-line computer analysis of the data set for more detailed assessment of cardiac anatomy and quantification of cardiac function. Ensures that all tests are officially read by the cardiologist; contributes technical and professional knowledge to final diagnostic impressions on reports, participates actively in echo reading sessions. Proofreads the final official echo report before it is sent to medical records. Participates in quality control and quality assurance on all ultrasonic equipment and instrumentation by recording and maintaining documentation for review. Maintains order and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas to ensure that all maintenance and infectious disease control guidelines are met. Assists supervisor in the technical training of new sonographers and/or interns. Develops and maintains a teaching file system. Assists in maintaining and ordering supplies as designated by supervisor. Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, occasional sitting & walking, lifting of 30-35 lbs. Pushing, pulling & moving stretchers and ultrasound machines. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate transducers, ultrasound equipment & computer keyboard. Hearing and visual sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, hear equipment and hospital alarms. Close contact with patients having contagious diseases. Exposure to patients injected with radioisotopes. Frequent contacts with patients, physicians, patients' families, and other personnel throughout the hospital. Skills & Abilities: An in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology is also required so the technologist can evaluate laboratory data, past medical history and pertinent symptoms to tailor the ultrasound examination to each patient individually in a safe, accurate and timely manner. Proficient in small parts, venous, and carotid ultrasounds and procedures requiring ultrasound guidance. Ability to perform exams in Doppler, M-mode, B-scan and real time modalities. Ability to concentrate for long periods of time under various conditions while acquiring diagnostic information. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. Ability to work independently to perform exams and will seek out assistance from others and supervisor as necessary. Displays good judgment and works through a problem with creativity and remains focused and professional. Responds to change and/or stats in work scheduling in a calm and appropriate manner. Demonstrates cooperation with co-workers and management to ensure an atmosphere that is conductive to high quality patient's care. Attention to detail is required for ensuring patient education, safety, comfort as well as discussing clinical situations with physicians. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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Technologist-Radiology

Ascension Charlestown, MD

Details Department: Outpatient Schedule: Full-Time; Day shift, 8 hours, no on-call, with one Saturday a month requirement which you get a day off during the week. 7:00am-7:00pm, Monday-Thursday, 7:00am-5.30pm, Friday and 8:00am-1:00pm on Saturday. Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Location: Baltimore, MD Sign-On Bonus: Up to $7,500 Salary: $32.14 - $44.80 per hour Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer. Responsibilities Take radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately. Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinement as warranted. Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation. Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate. Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department. Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. One or more of the following required: Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. All speciaties accepted. General Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Maryland Board of Physicians. Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) also accepted. Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Sonographer jobs in Charlestown