Radiology

remote typeOnsite

locationsJamaica Plain-MA

time typePart time

posted onPosted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition idRQ

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Per Diem. Every other weekend 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. On call rotation required. May include weeknights, weekends, and/or Holidays.
Job Summary

The Ultrasonographer is involved in direct patient care while managing room workflow under the supervision of the Ultrasound Supervisor. The qualified individual will have certification in a minimum of 2 ultrasound modalities (Abdomen, OB/GYN) and maintain working competency in all assigned areas. Incumbents must maintain certification in at least 2 modalities at all times.
Qualifications

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs Ultrasound examinations on all patients consistent with the programmatic needs of the department. Must maintain knowledge, skills, and ability to independently and competently perform the full breadth of exams offered within the ultrasound modality.
• Ensures that all exams are performed according to department quality standards, submitted in a timely manner, documented appropriately, and available for interpretation in a timely fashion.
• Works with and responds to the clinical direction of the Medical Director of Ultrasound, Ultrasound Supervisor, and/or delegates to ensure that AIUM imaging standards are maintained.
• Provides exceptional care by explaining exams to patients, escorting to/from waiting areas, answering questions, and addressing patient concerns. Adheres to and recommends changes to the protocol that would improve the overall quality and care for the patient.
• Enters the appropriate charges and clinical documentation into the EMR accurately for all exams.
• Participates in the training of Ultrasound students.
• Actively participates in plan of action in accordance to workflow needs. Adheres to policies and procedures for daily operations.
• Participates in the quality assurance plan for the Ultrasound program. Participates in the research and development of new exam and protocols. Follows workflow plan developed by the supervisor and alerts the supervisor to problems as necessary to a changing environment.
• Monitors the equipment performance and takes the appropriate measures to have the problems resolved (i.e. arrange service/repairs).
• Consistently demonstrates effective communication, both written and verbal, with all departmental, hospital staff, and vendors.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required to ensure efficient operation of the department and quality patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold and maintain a current ARDMS registry in Ultrasound
• Must hold and maintain a current BLS/CPR.
• New graduates must be registry eligible and acquire certification through ARDMS within 1 year of hire

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171- bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.

Remote Type

Onsite
Work Location

1153 Centre Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours

0
Employee Type

Per Diem
Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement:

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.
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