Echocardio Sonographer Adv

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.

Purpose:

Performs imaging procedures at an advanced level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of advanced technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and a broad knowledge of cardiac pathology.

Responsibilities:

• Performs or assists Lead Sonographer or Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.

• Demonstrates 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.

• Demonstrates 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.

• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.

• Works directly with Cardiologists regarding protocol development.

• Exhibits 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.

• Performs all job responsibilities of Level I Sonographer.

• Conduct himself/herself in accordance with system-wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures.

• Completion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required.

• 2 years of echo experience required.

• Performance review consistent with minimum of Strong Solid performance on last performance review. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Registry RequiredCPR/BLS requiredAct 33, 34, 73 as required by business unit

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran