Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
Northampton, Massachusetts
Cooley Dickinson Hospital

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Sonographer

Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment for cardiac scanning
• Perform M-Mode, 2-D, color, Doppler, exercise testing, and TEE scans
• Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in radiology or equivalent certification
• RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) certification required
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross BLS certification required
• Preferred: 1 to 3 years of experience as an Ultrasound Technician

Required Credentials & Certifications for Onboarding

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military certification (AHA preferred)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support): AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military certification (AHA preferred)
• License/Certificate Verification: Primary source verification of professional license/certification within 30 days of start date; MA Conditional Licenses not accepted
• Fit Test: N95 respirator fit test within 365 days of start date, updated annually
• MGB Dysrhythmia Exam: Minimum 80% passing score
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Documentation of vaccines or proof of immunity via blood test
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30); no exemptions allowed
• TB Test: Documentation of TB skin test or negative QuantiFERON/T-spot blood test within 3 months of start date, updated if >6 month break
• Health Statement: Physician statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days of start date, updated if >6 month break
• Criminal Background Check: Within 45 days prior to start date, including county and international searches if applicable
• Massachusetts CORI Check: Within 30 days prior to start date, updated if >6 month break
• Respirator Medical Clearance (RMC) Attestation: Required if fit test is required
• Confirmation of Assignment/POI Form: Required for all initial assignments and extensions

Required Documents for Submission

• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city & state
• Two recent references (minimum one supervisor or above in skillset)
• Skills checklist
• Candidate submission coversheet

Optional but Strongly Preferred

• Hepatitis B vaccination record or proof of immunity or declination
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years

Additional Notes

• Positive PPD requires documentation of a negative chest x-ray after positive test
• No religious exemptions for fit testing or influenza vaccine
• Fit testing cannot be done onsite; must be completed prior to start
• Background checks include national sex offender registry and exclusion lists (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid)

This position requires strict adherence to credentialing, health, and compliance standards prior to and during employment.