Casual Sonographer

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: March 10, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Join our team as a Casual Sonographer! /na {/n text-decoration: none;/n color: 464feb;/n}/ntr th, tr td {/n border: 1px solid e6e6e6;/n}/ntr th {/n background-color: f5f5f5;/n}/n This position offers a flexible schedule with rotating 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday and includes participation in an on-call rotation, covering weekends and holidays. Casual Sonographers work alongside a supportive care team, following UPMC standards to help ensure patients receive timely, compassionate, and reliable diagnostic imaging services. You will be placed in the appropriate job title and compensation based on your experience and background Responsibilities: - Perform Imaging Procedures: Conduct ultrasound procedures independently, using your judgment and initiative. - Assist with Invasive Procedures: Support physicians during invasive procedures, adhering to universal protocol standards. - Manage Exam Documentation: Ensure exams are properly coded, tracked, networked for archiving and interpretation, and charges are accurately entered. - High-Level Disinfection: Handle disinfection of devices, supplies, and equipment as needed. - Communicate Effectively: Clearly explain procedures to patients, easing their fears and gaining their cooperation. - Patient Identification: Use two patient identifiers and follow universal protocol for accurate patient identification. - Review and Document Patient History: Assess physician orders, apply departmental protocols, and document patient history in electronic records. - Interact with Care Team: Collaborate with patients and co-workers, demonstrating care, respect, and teamwork. - Optimize Imaging Techniques: Utilize ultrasound instrumentation effectively to obtain high-quality images and data. You will be placed in the appropriate job tile and compensation based on your experience and background 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) requiredRDMS or RVT registered or registry eligible preferredCompletion of Physics portion of registry preferredMust obtain RDMS or RVT within 12 months of hire date - Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) OR Registered Vascular Technologist - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal - Act 33 with renewal - Act 34 with renewal - Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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