Ultrasound Sonographer

Prime Healthcare • Bridgton, ME

16h

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join the Bridgton Hospital Diagnostic Ultrasound team! This is a per diem, flexible schedule, position. Compensation: Your experience and dedication to providing top quality patient care is valued at Central Maine Healthcare, and that is reflected in our competitive, experienced based pay rates! The Opportunity: The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs patient assessments, acquires and analyzes data obtained using ultrasound, and uses independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care. Provides a summary of findings to the physician or health care provider to aid in patient diagnosis and management. Participates in CQI activities.

Requirements

• Prefer two years of radiologic/imaging experience.
• Specific experience and training in Ultrasound and proficient knowledge of Ultrasound Equipment
• ARDMS Registered or ARDMS candidate.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-approved school of Ultrasonography, or has received education and clinical experience and demonstrated competence to obtain appropriate ARDMS certification within a year of hire preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
• Recertification of existing employees is due within one month of expiration date
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Responsibilities

• performs patient assessments
• acquires and analyzes data obtained using ultrasound
• uses independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care
• Provides a summary of findings to the physician or health care provider to aid in patient diagnosis and management
• Participates in CQI activities

What This Job Offers

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