Ultrasound Technologist

Central Maine Medical Center; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, ME seeks an Ultrasound Technologist for a Per Diem schedule. The Ultrasound Technologist will perform a range of ultrasound exams with high-quality imaging and ensure proper recording and PACS transmission.

Ideal candidates have RDMS/ARDMS or ARRT certification, graduate from an accredited ultrasound program, and hold current BCLS credentials. Prior experience is preferred and the department supports ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills required.
• RDMS/ARDMS or ARRT certification must be held within 1 year of hire.
• Graduate from an accredited ultrasound program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document ultrasound examinations with diagnostic quality.
• Position patient and equipment to obtain optimal recordings.
• Transmit images to PACS for interpretation.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

RDMS/ARDMS certification or ARRT certification

Graduate an accredited ultrasound program

Current BCLS certificate

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

• Department: Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Schedule: Per Diem
• Facility: Central Maine Medical Center
• Location: Lewiston, ME 04240

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.
CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.
As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org .

Responsibilities

Ultrasound Technologist demonstrates competency in performing all ultrasound exams, ensuring proficiency in producing technical and diagnostic scans for interpretation. Positions patient and equipment and produce an appropriate recording. The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for processing and transmission of Images to PACS.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• RDMS (ARDMS) or S (ARRT) certification in at least one body or region required within 1 year from date of hire and maintain.
• Graduate an accredited ultrasound program or current certification as identified in #1 and graduation within 90 days of hire.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Current BCLS certificate required upon hire and maintain current.
• Proficient computer skills

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Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $38.00 to $47.51 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf