Cardiac Sonographer

Samaritan Health Services; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 53,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services is seeking a skilled echocardiography specialist to support cardiac imaging at Samaritan Medical Center. The role requires proficiency in ultrasound operation, reading cardiac wave patterns, and teamwork with clinicians.

Experience in echocardiography is preferred; RDCS/RCS certification is required or to be obtained within 3 months of hire. Current BLS certification is needed. This on-site position supports diverse patient groups, including neonates and children.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in echocardiography preferred.
• RDCS or RCS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment for cardiology exams.
• Read and interpret cardiac wave patterns (EKGs) and identify abnormalities.
• Communicate effectively with patients and health care team.
• Test neonates, pediatric and adult patients.

Skills

Echocardiography

RDCS/RCS

Ultrasound operation

Cardiac wave patterns

English proficiency

Neonatal testing

Pediatric testing

Adult testing

Patient communication

Job description

Location:

Samaritan Medical Center

Department:

01.7291 SMC EKG

Pay Range:

$38.76 - $63.96

Care for our community, and your career.

• Two years experience in echocardiography preferred, or 1 year with completion of formal training program.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Ability to operate ultrasound diagnostic equipment, as it relates to cardiology.
• Ability to recognize cardiac wave patterns (EKG’s) and detect abnormalities.
• RDCS or RCS required or obtained within 3 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of cardiac ultrasound examinations and patient’s needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team.
• Must be able to perform testing on neonate, pediatric and adults.

Samaritan is an AFFIRMATIVE Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Work Shift:

FLSA7DAY- 8 Hours Day Shift (United States of America)

Position Hours:

80

Samaritan is an AFFIRMATIVE Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.