Echocardiographer - Full Time, Day
Newburyport, Massachusetts
Organization Facility: Anna Jaques Hospital Category: Cardiology Job ID: JR60341 Date posted: 09/16/2024Job Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
Join Anna Jaques Hospital (AJH), a distinguished not-for-profit community hospital nestled in the picturesque coastal community of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Since 1884, AJH has been a cornerstone of healthcare excellence in the Merrimack Valley, North Shore, and Southern New Hampshire regions, renowned for our commitment to high-quality care and exceptional patient satisfaction. Located just 35 miles northeast of Boston, AJH offers the perfect blend of a supportive community hospital environment and the vast opportunities that come with being part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the region. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a network of over 39,000 caregivers and staff dedicated to providing extraordinary care to more than 1.7 million people from 150+ cities and towns across Eastern Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. Discover a rewarding career at AJH, where you can make a meaningful impact within a close-knit community while advancing your professional growth within a thriving healthcare system.
Patient and family focused care extends to every department within Anna Jaques, especially among the members of Radiology Services Team. Here, patients are treated as family, with the same level of care and communication one would expect. Recent updates to equipment allow Anna Jaques to stay cutting edge and marry modern technology with small town care. The Radiology leadership team comes from varied backgrounds including larger Boston-based academic medical centers. Our Leaders prioritize the well-being of all staff members and nurture their ability to grow.
Are you ready to become a part of our dynamic team where you can grow and advance, all while making a difference in patient’s lives?
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Performs and produces high quality cardiac ultrasound imaging on patients of all ages.
- Assures that professional care is provided and appropriateness of study is maintained.
- Demonstrates knowledge of ultrasound system, related cardiac applications and general safety in the workplace, to prevent accidents/injuries.
- Assists cardiologist with exams as needed, real time documentation of video and detection of pathology for patients of all ages, following department protocol.
- Observes protocols for scanning, measurements and image/anatomy documentation. Provides necessary tape and log identifications.
- Performs related diagnostic imaging functions and computer use in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintains appropriate documentation for regulatory standards and the medical record while safeguarding patient confidentiality.
- Provides discharge instructions to patients as needed.
- Oversees student interns as needed.
Scheduled Hours: 40 hr/wk
Work Shift: Day (no weekends or holidays, no on-call), 8 am - 4 pm.
Experience: Experience with stress echo and bubble studies preferred.
Education Required: Must be a graduate of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound program.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications Required:
- Massachusetts Cardiovascular Technologist and Technician
- RDMS registered or CCI credentialed
- BCLS
Benefits working at Anna Jaques Hospital:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development and Opportunities
- Free On-Site Parking
- Discounts/Savings on various businesses.
- Health and Wellness activities
Apply today and learn more