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ANCC Magnet Recognized UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Advanced Echocardiography Sonographer to support Diagnostic Cardiology at the Cranberry Location or rotating between Cranberry and McCandless! Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Shift Details: 

• Monday - Friday 8 or 10 - hour daylight shifts 
• Only 1 Saturday per month at McCandless campus
• Only 1 holiday per year on-call
• Flexible worksite
• Shifts will be discussed further in the interview

Purpose:
Performs imaging procedures at an advanced level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of advanced technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and a broad knowledge of cardiac pathology.
Responsibilities:

• Performs or assists Lead Sonographer or Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.
• Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team. Demonstrates a working knowledge of equipment and processes and is able to troubleshoot issues.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and a willingness to educate others in their areas of expertise. Serves as a resource for new hires and students.
• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups. Works directly with Cardiologists regarding protocol development.
• Exhibits advanced level of knowledge related to normal anatomy and pathology. Able to recognize pathology and the ability to think critically, assessing the patient results for communication with the physician.
• Performs all job responsibilities of Level I Sonographer.
• Conduct himself/herself in accordance with system-wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures.