Heart & Vascular Echo Technologist

We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including:

• Cancer care

• Critical care medicine

• Digestive disorder care

• Heart and vascular disease care

• Laboratory services

• Neurological disorders

• Obstetrics and gynecology care

• And care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions

• Ranked among highest performing hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report

• Among only 1% of hospitals to be recognized by Magnet® 4 consecutive times

• Named a top 50 cardiovascular hospital by Watson Health

SCHEDULE:

• Full Time 40 Hours

• Day shift

LOCATION:

• 325 King Street

• Northampton, MA

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

• Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

• Sign on bonus (Sign on Bonuses are paid to external hires only; not applicable for internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after 1 year post separation from Baystate Health)

• Continuing education support and reimbursement

• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

• Farm Share Memberships

• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.

• Free money coach advice from a certified professional

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

• Life insurance

• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff.  Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

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.

Required Work Experience:

1) Graduate of an ultrasonography accredited program 0-3 years required

Preferred Work Experience: 

1) 3-5 years

Skills and Competencies:

1) CIS, McKesson, BP access, CIDEX use and online web-based training

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY:

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

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All correspondence can be directed to:

Jim Pugliese, Healthcare Recruiter

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