Echocardiographer Clinical Specialist
Description
Start Strong: Earn a $20,000 sign-on bonus when you join the team!
UPMC Presbyterian is seeking an Echo Clinical Specialist to join our team in a full-time capacity!
This position offers daylight hours between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM and includes rotating call coverage, weekend rotation, and holiday rotation.
Key Responsibilities
+ Perform ultrasound diagnostic examinations in accordance with Level I and Level II Advanced Sonographer standards.
+ Lead training initiatives on new imaging techniques and research study protocols, collaborating with cardiologists and researchers to identify innovative solutions and best practices.
+ Develop and implement training programs, assist with the startup of new offsite locations, and support reporting systems, image management, and effective communication with physicians, colleagues, and patients.
+ Oversee the technologist quality assurance program and review/update imaging protocols in collaboration with, or in place of, the Lead Sonographer.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert for new equipment implementation and staff training.
+ Assist with accreditation activities and regulatory compliance efforts.
+ Act as a technical resource for sonographers, supporting daily operations, continuing education, and staff development.
+ Participate as a peer representative in annual staff performance review processes.
+ Attend advanced training sessions and seminars to maintain expertise in evolving imaging technologies and share knowledge with departmental leadership and new hires.
Join a team dedicated to advancing cardiovascular imaging excellence while supporting education, innovation, and exceptional patient care.
+ Completion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required.
+ 3 years of ultrasound experience required.
+ Level II Advanced Sonographer experience required.
+ Performance review consistent with minimum of Strong/Solid performance on last performance review.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography RDCS certification (registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International RCS certification (registered cardiac sonographer) required.
+ CPR/BLS required.
+ Act 33, 34, 73 as required by business unit
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
+ Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran