Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist III

Company: Lowell General Hospital
Location: North Chelmsford
Posted on: May 29, 2025

Job Description:

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 14 Research Place - North Chelmsford, MA Hours: 30 hours weekly, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:30AM- 6PM Minimum Qualifications 1. Associate ' s degree in Radiologic Science. -2. American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within one year of hire. -3. One (1) year of clinical experience . - Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. - -1 . Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations; using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D, and Doppler techniques. Gives preliminary interpretation of study results to cardiologist. -2. Performs echocardiograms, and echos in the echocardiography laboratory, cardiac catheterization laboratory, intensive care unit, or ward units. -3. Assists physicians in obtaining transesophageal, intraoperative, and three-dimensional studies . Assists physicians in obtaining and recording data for research projects. -4. Obtains permanent video or digital recordings and tracings from the ultrasound unit. -5. Makes appropriate measurements and calculations from information obtained during exam. -6. Acquisition and exporting of three-dimensional echocardiographic data, and off-line computer analysis of the data set for more detailed assessment of cardiac anatomy and quantification of cardiac function. -7. Ensures that all tests are officially read by the cardiologist; contributes technical and professional knowledge to final diagnostic impressions on reports, participates actively in echo reading sessions. -8. Proofreads the final official echo report before it is sent to medical records. -9. Participates in quality control and quality assurance on all ultrasonic equipment and instrumentation by recording and maintaining documentation for review . Maintains order and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas to ensure that all maintenance and infectious disease control guidelines are met. -10. Assists supervisor in the technical training of new sonographers and/or interns. Develops and maintains a teaching file system. -
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .

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