***Hiring for the following locations:
Dedham - Per Diem (as needed, Mon-Fri in various locations) and Per Diem-With Breast Experience (as needed, Mon-Sat, 8am-4:30pm)
Easton - 16hrs (Tues and Wed, 8am-4:30pm)
Somerville - 40hrs [Four 10hr days - Mon (Cambridge), Tues (Kenmore), Wed (Somerville), Fri (Kenmore), 7:30am – 6:00pm]
Weymouth - Per Diem (as needed, Mon-Fri, Day shift, Covering Southern sites: including Quincy, Weymouth, Norwood, and Plymouth)
Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.
SUMMARY
A Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) performs diagnostic and special procedure ultrasonography in accordance with established policies and procedures. Typically reports to a radiology or ultrasound coordinator.
Incumbents hired as general sonographers in regular status are required to receive certification as a Registered Vascular Sonographer within one year from the date of hire. If incumbents fail the test twice within this first year, they will be terminated but able to apply for open available positions within the organization.
Per diem employees are encouraged but not required to obtain the certification.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required. Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonographic program and ARDMS certified. CEU documentation required for certification must be provided. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Two years’ ultrasound experience.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
Able to independently perform tests. Good interpersonal, organizational and decision-making skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Communication: Ability to effectively interact with a patient who may be under physical or emotional distress. Discuss with appropriate staff to insure patient is informed of any inconvenience. Clearly and effectively relays pertinent information to the interpreting physician
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Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing pace of department and frequent interruptions
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Up to 8% company retirement contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid professional development
- Generous health and welfare benefit package.
Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
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