Cardiac Sonographer

We are seeking a skilled Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to join our team at Cambridge Health Alliance. As a key member of our Radiology department, you will perform a wide range of cardiovascular non-invasive tests, utilizing your expertise in 2-D imaging, color flow, spectral display, continuous and pulsed wave Doppler, and exercise/pharmacologic stress, harmonics, and contrast imaging.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform cardiovascular non-invasive tests according to established protocols
• Recognize adequate vs inadequate data collection and prepare preliminary reports
• Recognize abnormalities and life-threatening findings and report to physicians or nursing units as indicated
• Document notification as part of Quality Improvement activities
• Respond appropriately to situations requiring immediate action and judgment in patient care
• Summon appropriate help and institute necessary measures in emergencies
• Strictly obey isolation and infection control procedures and demonstrate knowledge of fire and safety procedures
• Use computerized databases to generate reports and enter hospital charges on a timely basis
• Act as a liaison with physicians and their staff to expedite procedures and results
• Perform other cross-trained modalities as necessary

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited diagnostic sonography program
• BS preferred
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or registry eligible
• BSL/CPR
• One year experience in a hospital setting preferred

About Cambridge Health Alliance:

Cambridge Health Alliance is a community health system dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to our diverse communities. We are committed to improving health and reducing barriers to care through innovative partnerships and research.