Technical Ophthalmic Assistant (TOA) and Cardiac Sonographer

Your Profile:

We are seeking two dynamic and motivated individuals for the roles of Technical Ophthalmic Assistant (TOA) and Cardiac Sonographer.

As a TOA some of your responsibilities will include: preparing the patients to see the Ophthalmologist, preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, and cleaning and maintaining ophthalmic instruments. The TOA assists in facilitating the patient flow in the Ophthalmology clinic.

As a Cardiac Sonographer, your primary responsibility is to perform high-quality cardiac ultrasound examinations on adult and pediatric patients in In‐Patient and Out‐Patient environments according to Physicians’ orders, utilizing complex ultrasound equipment. You confidently identify, evaluate and document the presence or absence of cardiac pathology. You also assist the Cardiologist in performing transesophageal echocardiograms in addition to other procedures.

What we offer:
We offer you a versatile position with a great deal of responsibility in an open, dynamic and professional organization. You will work in a pleasant and rewarding atmosphere with opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements for TOA

• Knowledge at MBO level 4 and a completed TOA training and certification;
• Knowledge of basic pharmacology, anatomy of the eye and cleaning of equipment;
• Knowledge of ultrasound, visual field machines and used computer systems and programs;
• Minimum 3 years experience as a certified TOA;
• Ability to handle responsibility and work independently, orderly and methodically;
• Good written and verbal command of the English language;
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Comprehension of one or more other languages is an asset.

Requirements for Cardiac Sonographer

• A Paramedical diploma on HBO (Bachelor) level with a post HBO education Echocardiography;
• Experience as a Cardiac Sonographer and knowledge of relevant computerized devices and equipment (ECG, Holter monitoring);
• BLS and ACLS certification is an asset;
• Ability to handle responsibility and work independently, orderly and methodically;
• Good written and verbal command of the English language;
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Comprehension of one or more other languages is an asset.

Interested?

For more information, contact the HR Manager, Mr. Harlec Doran, at + 1 (721) 543-3154 ext. 201 or 203.
Your motivation letter and resume can be submitted to the HR Department via careers@smmc.sx. A copy of both should be submitted to the Labor and Social Affairs Dept. located on Soualiga Road #1, Philipsburg, St. Maarten. 

St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) is an ambitious and growing hospital organization in St. Maarten. With approx. 425 FTEs, 28 specialists, and a capacity of 85 beds, we continuously strive to ensure safe, quality health care, close to home. Our primary service area of St. Maarten, Statia, and Saba, represents a total population of approximately 60.000 people, constituting a multi-cultural mix with more than 100 nationalities. In addition, we also offer healthcare services to two million visitors annually.

SMMC has started the construction of the new St. Maarten General Hospital (SMGH) to expand its services to accommodate the increased care demand of the people of St. Maarten, its visitors, and neighboring islands. The new hospital is planned to be operational in 2026.