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UPMC's BMA Cardiology is seeking a skilled Echocardiographer to join a collaborative, patient-centered cardiovascular team. This role performs a full range of cardiac ultrasound procedures with independent judgment, technical expertise, and a strong focus on high-quality imaging and compassionate patient care. Candidates with both echocardiography and vascular experience are preferred, though the department is willing to cross-train an experienced echo candidate in vascular studies. If you're looking to grow your skills in a supportive environment while delivering exceptional cardiac care, we invite you to apply.

This full-time position will work Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 4:00pm. No holidays, weekends or on call are required. Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

_Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience._

Responsibilities:

+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient?s fears and solicit their cooperation.

+ Identifies all patients properly according to policy.

+ Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.

+ Documents patient history in electronic record as required.

+ Utilizes appropriate ultrasound instrumentation for procedures and demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations, applications and scanning techniques resulting in optimized image data/documentation.

+ Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.

+ Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

+ Ensures all completed exams are properly coded and identified for electronic processing and storage according to department standards.

+ Assures charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.

+ Performs Cardiac Ultrasound procedures according to guidelines established by the Medical Director.

+ Procedures must be performed in the established time frame and according to established protocol.

+ Procedures include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, and Echo with contrast.

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

+ Within a reasonable timeframe, 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.

+ Assists physicians with invasive procedures as necessary and adheres strictly to the universal protocol standards.

+ Obtains appropriate echocardiographic images according to department policy and industry standards, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color Flow Doppler, Transesophageal echo, echo enhancement, bubble and contrast studies, and Stress echocardiography.

+ Completion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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

+ RDCS or RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.

+ Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.

+ Must obtain RDCS or RDMS within 12 months of hire date.

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

+ Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran