Echocardiographer Clinical Specialist

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking an Echo Clinical Specialist to join their 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. The role involves performing ultrasound diagnostic examinations, leading training initiatives, developing training programs, overseeing quality assurance, and acting as a technical resource for sonographers. The team is dedicated to advancing cardiovascular imaging excellence while supporting education, innovation, and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

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.
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)
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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.