<p>Site: The General Hospital Corporation</p> <p>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.</p> <p>This position is per diem to support satellite clinics (8am to 4:30pm)</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>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, Dover NH 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.</p> <p>Responsibilities: Relevant activities include, but are not limited to the following:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Perform complete echocardiographic examination independently</p> </li><li> <p>Perform complete fetal echocardiograms independently</p> </li><li> <p>Acquire echocardiographic examination in digital format</p> </li><li> <p>Understand reasons for individual patient exams, review patient history and review prior report/images</p> </li><li> <p>Perform expected volume of studies on a consistent basis</p> </li><li> <p>Perform echocardiograms in all settings: inpatient, outpatient and other portable sites</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in QI initiatives and in measures to support laboratory accreditation</p> </li><li> <p>Perform saline bubble studies</p> </li><li> <p>Develop proficiency in 3D imaging and other imaging techniques as they become available in the laboratory</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with training junior personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in research protocols as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Provide resource coverage in inpatient or outpatient setting</p> </li><li> <p>Train junior personnel and provide back-up support to all personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Be receptive to queries from administrative support staff for optimal running of Clinic and Lab</p> </li><li> <p>Help guide administrative support staff when technical/scheduling questions arise</p> </li><li> <p>Set example for junior personnel regarding work ethic, workflow, technical expertise</p> </li></ol> <p>SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Comply with patient privacy and safety guidelines (e.g. 2 patient identifiers) 2. Practice Infection Control standards</p> </li><li> <p>Learn to use a variety of ultrasound equipment - GE, Philips, etc</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare a preliminary report with accurate measurements and appropriate statements</p> </li><li> <p>Perform expected volume of studies by end of first year</p> </li><li> <p>Understand overall functioning of the laboratory</p> </li><li> <p>Develop good time management and organizational skills</p> </li><li> <p>Ask questions as necessary regarding protocols, diagnoses, image optimization and other areas</p> </li></ol> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>EXPERIENCE:</p> <ul> <li>At least 5 years experience in pediatric echocardiography preferred </li><li>Current RDCS or RCS required Associate's Degree </li><li>Preferred: Bachelor's Degree </li><li>CPR Certified </li></ul> <p>Working Conditions: Ambulatory clinic and in-patient setting Able to push 350lb ultrasound machine</p> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>55 Fruit Street</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>0</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Per Diem</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>Pay Range</p> <p>$37.55 - $55.48/Hourly</p> <p>Grade</p> <p>6</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>