Sonographer- Ultrasound (Part-Time)
@ UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical CenterSonographer- Ultrasound (Part-Time)
About the job
Join UPMC's Ultrasound Department as a Sonographer for high-quality diagnostic imaging. Offer patient care, operate ultrasound equipment, and collaborate with medical teams. Requires proper training, licensure, and ability to work rotating shifts, including travel between locations. Sign-on bonus available.
Requirements
- Completion of accredited ultrasound program
- Proficiency in ultrasound techniques
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment
- Good communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with teams
Qualifications
- CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound training
- RDMS registered or eligible
- Physics registry coursework preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Act 34, 73 clearances
Full job description
**This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus of up to $5,000**
- Assist physicians during invasive ultrasound procedures, following universal protocol standards.
- Accurately code, track, and archive exams using RIS and ISITE systems; ensure proper charge entry.
- Perform high-level disinfection of ultrasound devices, supplies, and equipment as needed.
- Clearly communicate instructions and procedures to patients to ensure comfort and cooperation.
- Verify patient identity using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for all procedures.
- Review patient history and physician orders to apply appropriate scanning protocols.
- Document relevant patient history in the electronic medical record.
- Conduct technical ultrasound exams to support diagnostic interpretation under physician supervision.
- Operate ultrasound equipment proficiently, applying correct techniques for optimal imaging.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and departments to ensure efficient patient care.
Schedule: This position will work rotating days and shifts. You may work either 8, 10 or 12-hour rotating shifts, with the earliest start time of 7 AM and latest of 12 AM. You will need to be available to be on-call. This position will also require you to travel between all locations, including UPMC Greene.
- Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.
- Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
- Must obtain Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) within 12 months of hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required within 30 days of hire/transfer.
- 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/Veterans
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