Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech

Central Maine Healthcare • Lewiston, ME

1d • $38

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech to join the Cardiovascular Diagnostic team at Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute! The Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech will assist the physician with complex ultrasound procedures to visualize internal cardiac structures, obtain measurements of cardiac valves, ventricle and left atrium and visualize blood flow. Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements

• Completion of accredited Sonography/Ultrasound tech/Radiography educational program.
• ARDCS or CCI Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification preferred; required within one to two years of hire.
• Ultrasound experience in echocardiography - One to two years preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Ability to communicate in English; both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environmentii. I am actively listening and seeking informationiii. I am honest, truthful, and consistentiv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathyv. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriatevi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamworkvii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
• Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

Nice To Haves

• ARDCS or CCI Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification
• Ultrasound experience in echocardiography - One to two years
• Additional languages

Responsibilities

• assist the physician with complex ultrasound procedures to visualize internal cardiac structures
• obtain measurements of cardiac valves, ventricle and left atrium
• visualize blood flow

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees