Echocardiographer

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UPMC Altoona is looking for a Full‑time Echocardiographer. Work Monday‑Friday alternating 6:30 am‑3:00 pm, 7:00 am‑3:30 pm, 8:00 am‑4:30 pm. Every 5th weekend 7:00 am‑3:30 pm. Shared call weeknights and holidays.

This position is currently offering a $10,000 sign‑on bonus with a 2‑year commitment to UPMC.

• 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 patients and co‑workers, displaying caring, listening, dignity and respect. Works as a team member within the department and with 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.
• Conducts himself/herself in accordance with system‑wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures.
• Within a reasonable timeframe demonstrates the ability to function independently, covers off shifts, on‑call responsibilities, and performs 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 echo cardiographic 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 ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
• RDCS or RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred. Must obtain RDCS or RDMS within 12 months of hire date.
• Completion of physics portion of registry preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

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