Ultrasound Technologist II, nights

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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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.

Nights, Full Time:
Monday
- Friday 11:30pm - 7:30am and full benefits.

$20k sign on bonus & new minimum rate as of 8/2 of $44.00; increases with experience!

Be part of a close-knit, energetic team that supports and inspires one another every day. At Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, you’ll work in a stimulating environment focused on safe, high-quality patient care while utilizing innovative tools that truly make an impact.

Under general supervision and following established procedures, the incumbent operates ultrasound imaging equipment to acquire images and communicates sonographer impressions to interpreting physicians. The incumbent must have problem-solving skills and be an active participant in departmental initiatives.

The incumbent must effectively communicate with students, peers, patients, and physicians to ensure the safety and quality of imaging. Exercises independent judgment to modify scan techniques for optimal image quality. Must be solution-oriented, exemplify professional, respectful, and inclusive behavior with all staff, patients, visitors, and students, and actively participate in departmental initiatives.

The incumbent participates in call, holiday, and shift rotations as required by the department. May be required to rotate among the main campus and community locations, with appropriate training.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Ensures that two points of patient identification, date of birth & full name are obtained to verify that the correct patient is being treated.
• Reviews the order for exam and indications, and the patient’s chart for pertinent clinical history.
• Prepares and cleans the equipment and room for each patient.
• Maintain stock levels to ensure rooms are ready to care for patients.
• Uses clear communication when explaining the exam to the patient, taking into consideration physical and emotional needs.
• Ensures understanding and maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.).
• Works collaboratively with the leadership team to ensure a smooth and efficient patient flow, as well as optimal utilization of US scanners.
• Delivers patient care under the scope of license/training.
• To assume all responsibilities for on-call and holiday coverage.
• Remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary.
• Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of clinical ultrasound exams.
• Oversee and instruct sonographers, professional staff, and students within the department. This includes, but is not limited to, US equipment operation, protocols, and other technical aspects.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• To acknowledge and participate in research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects carried out in the department.
• Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of research ultrasound exams.

Education Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required or Other Certificate/Diploma Diagnostic Imaging required and Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

• Certified Sonographer
  - American Registry for Diagnostic…