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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