MFM Ultrasound Technologist Job Boston area,Massachusetts USA,Healthcare

Offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for new external hires

Schedule:

7:30am - 5:00pm, 4x9's with set day off No call, weekends, evenings or holidays required.

Why you’ll love working at Tufts Medical Center:

Garage parking - options available for a daily or monthly fee, paired with a dedicated shuttle service to Tufts Medical Center
MBTA benefits - take advantage of commuter benefits and conveniently located off the Orange Line, making your commute to Tufts Medical Center simple and accessible
Benefits starting Day 1 - including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
Career growth opportunities with pathways to train and advance into other radiology modalities
Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions - your future starts building right away

Job Profile Summary

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

Perform MFM ultrasound procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform MFM ultrasound procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) imaging standards and allow the perinatologist to make a ultrasound diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned.

Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).

OB/GYN Specialist Certification (ARDMS).

Two (2) years of experience as an MFM Ultrasound Technologist.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Independently perform MFM ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.

Verify patient and procedure to be performed.

Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.

Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.

Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.

Participate in ongoing education and training.

Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.

Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.

Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.

Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.

May teach students and support new technologists.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.

Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.

Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.

Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.

Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of ultrasound equipment, examinations, and procedures.

Good communication skills.

Good customer service skills.

Ability to organize and set priorities.

Ability to work independently.

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