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Massachusetts General Hospital
Lead Cardiac Sonographer
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What they do
A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
$77,436 / year median in Massachusetts
+16% projected growth
Job Description
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The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The Cardiac Sonographer Lead is responsible for independently performing all echocardiograms, including those that are very complex, in the hospital-based and/or pediatric settings. The sonographer lead will serve as the liaison between sonographers and leadership. They are also responsible for coordinating the sonographer schedule and coverage under the guidance of the manager and medical director. The sonographer lead is involved in accreditation applications and ongoing quality assurance projects. They are expected to provide constructive feedback to staff and input on staff performance evaluations, hiring, and corrective action. Responsibilities may change over time at the discretion of department leadership to meet the department's evolving needs.- For NH sites, a Medical Imaging License through the state's OPLC is required upon Essential Functions
- Perform all Cardiac Sonographer III responsibilities.
- Accreditation applications and ongoing quality assurance to maintain accreditation.
- Provide constructive feedback to staff and ensure adherence to protocol.
- Provide input on staff performance evaluations, hiring, corrective actions, and firings.
- Liaise between sonographers and leadership to communicate feedback/concerns regarding personnel, workflow, staffing, etc.
- Coordinate sonographer schedule and coverage under the guidance of the pediatric cardiology manager and medical director.
- Contribute to and present at team meetings.
- Liaison for local schools. Interview students.
- Teach fellows.
- Provide input on equipment demonstrations.
- Collaborates closely with investigators to support and streamline research operations, serving as a key resource for triaging and prioritizing patient orders to ensure efficient workflow.
- Contributes to the development and refinement of study protocols while also managing technical staff schedules, including reviewing and approving time-off requests to maintain adequate operational coverage.
- Coordinate the sonographer schedule and coverage under the guidance of the cardiology manager and medical director. Qualifications Education Associate's degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred Licenses and Credentials Registered Cardiac Sonographer [RCS]
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS]
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required Basic Life Support [BLS]
- required Experience Sonographer experience 5-7 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
- Active listening, ensuring team members feel heard and understood.
- Ability to adapt and efficiently solve problems. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 52 Second Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $46.58
- $67.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857- 282-7642.