? Urgent! Sonographer
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Carlisle
Posted on: July 5, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Performs imaging procedures at a technical level
not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety
of technical procedures that require independent judgment,
ingenuity and initiative in accordance with applicable scope and
standards of practice. This position will work a variable schedule
based on availability and needs for coverage. /n Responsibilities:
/n /n - Assists physicians with invasive procedures as necessary
and adheres strictly to the universal protocol standards. /n -
Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are
properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are
properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and
all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed. /n -
May be responsible for High Level Disinfection of devices, supplies
and/or equipment /n - Demonstrates the ability to communicate
instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain
procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their
cooperation. /n - Identifies all patients properly by using two
patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing
procedures. 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. /n - Performs a variety of technical ultrasound
procedures, correlating appropriate patient history, laboratory
data, and physical findings, for the purpose of assisting in a
patient's medical diagnosis under the direct supervision of a
physician. /n - 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. /n - Utilizes appropriate ultrasound instrumentation
for procedures and demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations,
applications and scanning techniques resulting in optimized image
data/documentation. Completes procedures according to protocol. /n
- Obtains appropriate image documentation of cross-sectional
anatomy in all body planes demonstrating anatomy, anatomical
relationships and ultrasonic characteristics of normal and abnormal
tissues and obtains and correlates ultrasonic measurements of
structures/organs with data charts, anatomical normal measurements
and computer data programs, where applicable. /n /n - 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:
Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited
by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Programs (CAAHEP) required. RDMS registered or registry eligible
preferred. Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date. /n - Basic Life
Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) /n -
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) /n - Act 31 Child
Abuse Reporting with renewal /n - Act 33 with renewal /n - Act 34
with renewal /n - Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal /n /n UPMC is
an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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