Baystate Health·Palmer, Massachusetts
Perform diagnostic quality echocardiograms to evaluate heart chamber size, valve function, and blood flow. Assist physicians with specialized procedures such as TEEs and stress echocardiograms while maintaining ultrasound equipment.
Graduate of an ultrasonography accredited program required Active Basic Life Support (BLS) license with American Heart Association 3+ years of experience preferred Summary: The role of the cardiac sonographer is to perform echocardiograms evaluating different aspects of the heart, such as chamber size, valve function and blood flow. The incumbent must be familiar with basic cardiac conditions in order to recognize and identify any abnormalities. The individual will work with physicians and in doing so may assist in other diagnostic procedures (TEE's, Stress Echocardiograms). Other duties may include research, 3D imaging, scheduling appointments, explaining procedures to patients and or assisting patients, maintaining ultrasound equipment. Incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies, and any applicable laws and regulations. This description covers the essential functions of the position. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time. Job Responsibilities: 1) Clinical Practice/Performs diagnostic quality exams according to department protocol/procedure. Possess a comprehensive understanding of heart and vascular and thoracic anatomy, heart and vascular pathophysiology and hemodynamics. 2) Clinical Practice/Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and optimizes equipment to enhance image quality. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, tissue characteristics, and measurements of blood flow, including the biological effects of ultrasound.. 3) Completes patient charge capture in PACS system and paperwork accurately and timely. Maintains safe operation of designated equipment and assists to ensure orderliness of department.. 4) Illustrates initiative, reliability and flexibility while performing duties. 5) Actively seeks and is receptive to honest feedback from healthcare team in ways to improve quality and performance. 6) Takes initiative in seeking educational resources for professional improvement. 7) Takes initiative in seeking educational resources for professional improvement. 8) Is knowledgeable of and assists with emergency procedures. 9) Maintains safe operation of designated equipment and assists to ensure orderliness of department. 10) Individual and/or team objectives from previous review cycle.
Education: Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Required)
Requires graduation from an accredited ultrasonography program and active BLS certification from the American Heart Association. RDCS or RDMS certification is required, with 3+ years of experience preferred.
Market context
Massachusetts continues to show steady demand for allied-health ultrasound technologists, especially in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty practices. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer formal ultrasound training, RVT or RVS certification, and prior technologist experience; the sign-on bonus may help offset that competition. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and recent scan experience before applying.
