Cardiac Sonographer - Echocardiography

Description

Portland, ME
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 48373

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

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

• TheAdvancedValveClinic

• CongenitalCardiology

• VAD

• TransplantTeam

Andcardiac procedures such as:TAVR,Mitra Clip,watchmanand 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.

PER DIEM

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 CCIrequired. Current BLS certificationrequiredor must obtain within30 daysof start date.
3. Experience:Previousclinical experiencerequired. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Cardiac Sonographer I role.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

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