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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.
- 15K sign on We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
- Work Life Balance: Part-time flexible hours available.
- Commuting: 50% discount on MBTA passes & free employee parking in Waltham.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1.
- PTO: up to 30 days annually for full-time new hires including hospital holidays
- Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match
Job Summary
Reports to and functions under the general supervision of the Nurse Director and REI/IVF Division chief. Operates ultrasonic equipment and performs diagnostic procedures such as pelvic and obstetrical sonograms which require the application of ultrasonic technology (including transvaginal scanning); maintains pertinent medical and imaging records.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
- Reviews patient history and other supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results.
- Explains procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimal test results.
- Selects appropriate transducer, depending upon depth-of-field and organ to be identified.
- Conducts scanning procedures: performs a vaginal scan when indicated.
- Able to store and retrieve images using PACS
- Provides on-the-job training to students and residents, as assigned.
- Completes paper work pertinent to daily ultrasound schedule.
- Daily stocking of supplies.
- Adheres to the MGH patient privacy & confidentiality policy regarding verbal, written, and electronic patient information.
Customer Service
Conveys Compassion: Demonstrates awareness and shows sensitivity to others’ needs.
Respectful of Others: Considers others’ viewpoints and treats others with honesty, fairness and integrity. Speaks highly of the capabilities of the hospital and its staff.
Attentive to Others: Actively looks for ways to help customers by identifying and proposing appropriate solutions and/or services.
Collaborates with Others: Maintains cooperative working relationships and builds team identity. Promotes a friendly, cooperative climate within the department and hospital setting.
Accountable for Actions: Establishes a high degree of trust and credibility with others. Evokes confidence in character, abilities and truthfulness. Demonstrates efforts to succeed and excel. Guards patient privacy.
Informative: Proactively shares information with others.
Adaptable to Others: Manages multiple demands, shifting priorities and rapid change. Adapts plans, behavior or approaches to fit major change situations.
Acts Professionally: Builds trust through reliability and authenticity. Demonstrates results-oriented behavior. Develops constructive, cooperative relationships with others.
Emotionally Self Aware: Understands the implications of own emotions and manages appropriately.
Safety: Is aware of and adheres to safety measures for both patient and staff.
Qualifications
A minimum of high school diploma and successful completion of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology.
Must be certified by the RDMS (Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).
Knowledge of or familiarity with computer systems such as EPIC, powerscribe, and PACS
Knowledge of all aspects of sonographic fetal anatomy, including the fetal heart.
Knowledge of ultrasound imaging and ultrasound equipment.
Knowledge of universal precautions.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Age-Specificity Guidelines
Must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of female patients from
adolescence (13-17 years) through adult (26-54 years). In addition he/she must possess the ability to assess patient data relative to the specific needs of the patient and must provide as described in the department’s policies and/or
procedures.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
32 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The General Hospital Corporation 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
