Echocardio Sonographer Adv - UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

Job Description: UPMC Harrisburg is hiring a full-time Echo Sonographer to join our team! We are currently offering a Sign-On Bonus for Echo Techs:$30,000 for a three-year commitment or a $15,000 sign on bonus for a two-year commitment.\n Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and ability to recognize critical pathologies.\n This position works on call and weekend rotations.\n Responsibilities:\n\nPerforms or assists Lead Sonographer or Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.\nDemonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team. Demonstrates a working knowledge of equipment and processes and is able to troubleshoot issues.\nDemonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and a willingness to educate others in their areas of expertise. Serves as a resource for new hires and students.\nParticipates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups. Works directly with Cardiologists regarding protocol development.\nExhibits advanced level of knowledge related to normal anatomy and pathology. Able to recognize pathology and the ability to think critically, assessing the patient results for communication with the physician.\nPerforms all job responsibilities of Level I Sonographer.\nConduct himself/herself in accordance with system-wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures.\n\nCompletion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required.\n2 years of echo experience required. Performance review consistent with minimum of Strong Solid performance on last performance review.\n\n Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\n\nRegistry Required CPR/BLS required. Act 34 required by business unit.\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nAct 34 with renewal\n\n UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran