Sonographer | Casual

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Join our imaging team as a Casual Sonographer and use your expertise to provide high-quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging in a collaborative, patient-focused environment. This role performs a variety of ultrasound procedures with a high degree of independence, applying sound clinical judgment, technical skill, and attention to patient safety.

Candidates who qualify at the Sonographer Advanced level will also be considered. Final position and rate of pay will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This is a casual position with hours scheduled as needed based on department needs.

• Weekends: Rotational, typically every fifth weekend

• Holidays: Rotational, typically two 8-hour holiday shifts per year

• On-call: One Friday or Saturday approximately every fifth weekend

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in accordance with established protocols, applicable scope of practice, and professional standards.

• Review patient history, physician orders, laboratory data, and relevant clinical information to determine the appropriate imaging approach and obtain optimal diagnostic results.

• Obtain and document high-quality images of cross-sectional anatomy in multiple planes, demonstrating normal and abnormal anatomy and tissue characteristics.

• Obtain and correlate appropriate ultrasound measurements using established reference data and applicable computer programs.

• Operate ultrasound equipment effectively and demonstrate knowledge of appropriate instrumentation, scanning techniques, and equipment applications.

• Complete examinations according to established protocols and ensure appropriate image documentation.

• Properly identify each patient using two patient identifiers and follow universal protocol requirements for applicable procedures.

• Clearly explain examinations and instructions to patients, helping reduce anxiety and encourage cooperation throughout the procedure.

• Assist physicians with invasive procedures as needed while adhering to established universal protocol and safety standards.

• Accurately document patient history and other required information in the electronic medical record.

• Ensure examinations are properly coded and tracked through the RIS, appropriately transferred for archiving and interpretation, and accurately charged.

• Perform high-level disinfection of equipment, devices, and supplies when required.

• Work collaboratively with physicians, coworkers, and other departments to support safe, timely, and efficient patient care.

• Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, dignity, and respect in every interaction with patients, families, and colleagues.

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• Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.

• RDMS, RVT, or ARRT (S) registration preferred.

• Registry-eligible candidates will be considered and must obtain RDMS, RVT, or ARRT (S) certification within 12 months of hire.

Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

• One of the following, or registry eligibility as outlined above:

• ARRT Certificate (Sonography)

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

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

• 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