Ultrasound Technologist - Chestnut Hill

Job Description

Overview

Working under the direction of the Ultrasound Manager/Supervisor and Ultrasound Clinical Director, the Ultrasound technologist is responsible for performing all technical procedures within Ultrasound as described in the DFCI Imaging Policy Manual. All Ultrasound technologist positions include the responsibility of the delivery of safe and effective imaging procedures, participation in departmental education programs, participation in organizational and departmental goals and priorities and active involvement in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) activities. Each Ultrasound technologist position requires a close working relationship with Imaging professional, nursing, and technical staff, as well as with providers, investigators, and their staff. The Ultrasound technologist will work to create and sustain a culture that fosters excellence, impact, and discovery of innovative and novel approaches towards the eradication of cancer and related diseases.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is opening a new outpatient cancer facility in September 2020 in Chestnut Hill. The new ambulatory center, located at 300 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, will provide much needed space for adult patient care to support our patient growth. Dana-Farber - Chestnut Hill will offer Clinical and Research Laboratory Services, Clinical Trials, Imaging, Infusion Services, Nutrition Support, Retail Pharmacy, Social Work, and Transfusion Services. This will be a multi-disciplinary, state-of-the-art facility designed to maintain the same model of care that is currently given to our patients on our Longwood Campus.

Job Location:

Training for this position will start in July 2020 at our Longwood campus (450 Brookline Ave), and will transition to Chestnut Hill in September after opening.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Qualifications

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited ultrasonography program
• Two years hospital-based experience preferred
• Current ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration and/or current ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration and/or current ARRT Radiography and Sonography registration (RT-R/S) registration and/or current ARRT Radiography and Vascular Sonography (RT-R/VS) registration
• Preferred additional current RDMS abdomen sub-specialty registration (RDMS-AB)
• Preferred additional current RDMS OB/GYN sub-specialty registration (RDMS-OB)
• Current BLS certification or must obtain an active BLS certification within 90-days of hire

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills to effectively work with peers, leadership, faculty and various teams.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Outlook
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with peers, leadership, and external contacts.
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality and be detail oriented.
• Excellent ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through.
• Be able to work independently and/or with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.