Ultrasound Technologist, Per Diem

Hours:Per Diem

Location: Melrose Wakefield Hospital

General availbility - Monday - Thursday

Job Profile Summary 

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties:Utilizes Ultrasound Technology toprovide images of internal body structures.  A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience.This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.  

Job Overview 

​Performs high quality diagnostic ultrasound exams and special diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the direction of the physician and/or radiologist involving the use of high frequency sound waves to investigate the internal aspects of the human body. Requires a high degree of technical knowledge pertaining to acoustics and its various interactions within the human body. Anin depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology is alsorequired so the technologist can evaluate laboratory data, past medicalhistory and pertinent symptoms to tailor the ultrasound examination to each patient individually in a safe,accurate andtimely manner. 

Job Description 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. Associates degree or two year certificate program in Ultrasound. 

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

3. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) . 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. One (1) years of work experience as an ultrasound technologist. 

Duties and Responsibilities: Theduties and responsibilities listedbeloware intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other dutiesand responsibilitiesmay be assigned. 

1. Sets up andoperates equipment, manipulating transducers and adjusting console dials to obtain a clear recording of specified sections of the body. Records each examination. 

2. Assists radiologists in interpretation by describing anatomy, anatomicallocations and acoustic characteristics of each film. 

3. Comparesprevious ultrasound to current exam, writes up case and findings on technologist sheets, compiles everything together and gives to the radiologist to be dictated. 

4. Assists physicians and/or radiologists with any special procedures including but not limited to biopsies, breast localization’s, amniocentesis, aspirations, paracentesis, thoracentesis,hysterosonograms and any other procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.  

5. Informs supervisor of equipment problems and safety issues. 

6. Covers a minimum ofcall as per policy. Must arrive at the hospital as soon as possible (within one (1) hour). 

7. Covers a minimum of hospital recognized holiday shifts as per policy. 

8. Performs all related department duties asrequired. 

9. Works independently and performs a variety of procedures and/or exams requiring independent judgment,ingenuity and initiative. 

10.Provides the highest level of service to all customer groups. Conforms behavior and actions byexhibiting excellent customer relation skills to patients, visitors,physicians and co-workers. 

11. Educates each patient in a professional manner about what the patients should expect and the timeliness of the exam. Is committed to assure that the patient’s expectations of service are exceeded. 

12. Remains completely unprejudiced in regard to race, color, creed, citizenship, sexual preference, economic status, disabilities, appearance or age. 

13. Responds tochange and/or stats in the work schedule in a calm andappropriate manner. Cooperates with co-workers and management toinsure an atmosphere that is conducive to high quality patient’s care. 

14. Activelyparticipates in department quality improvement/assurance. Assumes responsibility for designated areas and/or procedures as required. Maintains and/or monitors department supplies. 

Attends mandatory meetings. 

Physical Requirements:  

1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting & walking, lifting of 30-35 lbs., pushing and maneuvering equipment. 

2.Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation tooperate echo equipment and computer keyboard 

3.Requires ability to see echo screen and reports. 

Skills & Abilities: 

1. Medical terminology. 

2.Clerical skills. 

3.Proficientin OB/GYN, small parts, venous, carotid, abdominal ultrasounds & procedures requiring ultrasound guidance (i.e. biopsies, amniocentesis, aspirations, paracentesis, thoracentesis,hysterosonograms, etc.). 

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

based on full-time equivalent