Cardiac Sonographer - Echocardiography

Description

Portland, ME
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 39290

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering $15,000.00 Sign on Bonuses for Cardiac Sonographers!

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part time position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months of separation from employment.

Relocation for Approved Offers

Maine Medical Center has Cardiac Sonographer positions available that provide growth opportunity in many areas of advanced cardiac sonography. We have a dynamic and growing team that is committed to high quality, patient centered care and maintaining an excellentenvironment to grow as a sonographer.

Our echo lab supports many of our subspecialty cardiology teams such as:

• The Advanced Valve Clinic

• Congenital Cardiology

• VAD

• Transplant Team

And cardiac procedures such as: TAVR, MitraClip, watchman and more.

Responsible for using diagnostic medical equipment to assist with the diagnosis of various cardiac conditions, while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and proficiency with appropriate clinical protocols.

• Full Time (40hrs) - Day Shift
• Weekend Rotation is Required

Summary:

Under the direction of a Cardiologist, the Cardiac Sonographer II role performs ultrasound procedures for use in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Assumes responsibility for designated procedures and/or may be assigned duties as preceptor in areas of specific competence.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate of an approved School of Sonography or equivalent combination of training and experience as a registered Cardiac Sonographer through American Registry of Diagnostic and Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
2. License/Certifications: Currently registered as a Cardiac Sonographer through the ARDMS or CCI required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
3. Experience: Previous clinical experience required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Cardiac Sonographer I role.

Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact jennifer.ferrari@mainehealth.org