Pediatric Echocardio Sonographer Adv
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
UPMC Harrisburg is hiring a full-time Echo Sonographer to join our team! We are currently offering a Sign-On Bonus for Echo Techs:
$20,000 for a three-year commitment or a $10,000 sign on bonus for a two-year commitment.
Performs Pediatric Echocardiograms and occasional Adult Echocardiograms 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.
This position works from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On call rotations for weekdays, weekends and holidays. Minimal travel to cover other inpatient and outpatient sites.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
$20,000 for a three-year commitment or a $10,000 sign on bonus for a two-year commitment.
Performs Pediatric Echocardiograms and occasional Adult Echocardiograms 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.
This position works from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On call rotations for weekdays, weekends and holidays. Minimal travel to cover other inpatient and outpatient sites.
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 pediatric echocardiograms, pediatric stress echocardiograms, occasional adult echocardiograms.
- Conduct himself/herself in accordance with system-wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Completion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required.
- 2 years of echo experience required. Will consider new graduates or candidates with less experience.
- Fetal Echo experience is a plus but not required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- ARDMS/CCI Pediatric Registry to be obtained within one year of hire.
- Registry Required CPR/BLS required. Act 34 required by business unit.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 34 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Created: 2024-05-07
Reference: 5341519116
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Mechanicsburg
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