The sonographer is responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound exams to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. They must maintain efficient workflow and provide compassionate care while working independently at assigned clinical locations.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a trade, technical, or vocational diploma in diagnostic medical sonography or a related imaging field. The role requires 0-1 year of experience and proficiency in ultrasound imaging protocols and patient management systems.
associate degreeprofessional certificateCommunication skillsPACSAttention to detailPatient careWorkflow managementEquipment maintenanceIndependent judgmentDiagnostic imagingPatient identificationClinical documentationElectronic health recordsUltrasound imagingOB/GYN sonographyInfertility sonography
Job description
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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $20,000.00 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! The Mass General Brigham Medical Group is a system-led operating entity formed by Mass General Brigham to deliver high quality, low cost, innovative community-based ambulatory care. This work stems from Mass General Brigham’s unified system strategy to bring health care closer to patients while lowering total health care costs. The Medical Group provides a wide range of offerings, including primary care, specialty care, behavioral and mental health, and urgent care, both digitally as well as at physical locations in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. The group also offers outpatient surgery and endoscopy, imaging, cardiac testing, and infusion. We share the commitment to delivering a coordinated and comprehensive experience across all locations, ensuring the appropriate level of care is available to every patient across our care delivery sites. Wentworth Health Partners, an affiliate of Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and member of Mass General Brigham Medical Group, offers comprehensive, personalized care for all stages of a woman's life in an atmosphere of privacy and trust in our Dover and Portsmouth locations. Our team of expert providers and specialists at OB/GYN and Infertility in Dover take a thoughtful approach to provide high-quality compassionate care in the areas of Obstetrics, Gynecology, Urogynecology, Infertility and LGBTQ+ care. In the Center for Women's Health and Wellness located in the state-of-the-art building on the Pease campus in Portsmouth, this dynamic team brings together expert OB/GYN physicians and midwives, along with nurse navigators to help women manage all aspects of their care. We are seeking a full-time, 36-Hour Sonographer to support our imaging services in Dover and Portsmouth! The primary location for this position is 15 Old Rollinsford Road, in Dover, NH, with occasional coverage at our Portsmouth, NH practice located at 67 Corporate Drive.
This position consists of four 9-hour days(Thursday off) (7:00am–5:00pm, including a 1-hour lunch), with a typical patient load of 12 per day. As the sole sonographer on site, you'll play a key role in maintaining workflow and ensuring high-quality patient care. Comfort working independently is essential, as you'll be the primary imaging resource during your shifts. We do our best to keep all employees in their assigned practices and locations; however, you may also be asked to float to other departments in the WHP system when appropriate and needed during times of staffing shortages/other extenuating circumstances for cross-coverage purposes and to ensure adequate coverage and support. Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The responsibilities also include completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience. Does this position require Patient Care?
Benefits
Health care
Career advancement opportunities
Sign-on bonus
Professional growth programs
Yes
Essential
Functions:
Patient &
Exam
Verification: Confirm patient identity using two identifiers (full name and DOB). Review exam orders and clinical history. Prepare and clean equipment and rooms; restock supplies as needed.
Patient
Care &
Collaboration: Clearly explain procedures, considering patient comfort and confidentiality. Collaborate with leadership to ensure efficient workflow and scanner use. Provide care within the scope of training and licensure.
Department &
On-Call
Coverage: Participate in on-call, holiday, and flexible shift coverage as needed.
Clinical
Performance: Perform ultrasound exams and assist with training staff and students. Operate equipment and follow protocols. Complete additional duties as assigned.
Research &
Quality
Initiatives: Support and participate in departmental research, QA, and improvement projects. Conduct research-related ultrasound exams as required. Qualifications Education Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma as Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or Other Certificate/Diploma Diagnostic Imaging required Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred Sonography [R.T.(S)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Experience Ultrasound Technologist 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive understanding of computer operations relating to Imaging, Electronic Health Records, Reporting Systems, PACS, and all Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiology, relating to patient information and management. Possesses analytical abilities necessary to effectively utilize advanced knowledge of imaging processes, techniques, procedures, and anatomy. Exemplifies flexibility and willingness to adapt to the operational needs and presents as a positive representative of the Department of Radiology. Excellent attention to detail, written, and communication skills; must be able to read and write in English. Use independent judgment and initiative under pressure in a variety of situations. Maintains effective working relations and communication with colleagues and patients. Additional Job Details (if applicable) While OB/GYN experience is preferred, we welcome adaptable, team‑focused candidates who are willing to support other departments as needed. Remote Type Onsite Work Location 15 Old Rollinsford Road Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $39.73 - $43.12/Hourly Grade 5 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. 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. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.
