What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer position at UPMC?
Description -
Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives through advanced medical imaging? As a sonographer, you'll play a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring various health conditions, all while working with cutting-edge technology. Join our team to enjoy a rewarding career that combines your technical skills with compassionate patient care.
*Position is eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $6,000!!*
Responsibilities:
- Assist physicians with invasive procedures, adhering to universal protocol standards.
- Ensure exams are coded, tracked, networked, and charges entered via RIS and ISITE systems.
- Responsible for high-level disinfection of devices, supplies, and equipment.
- Communicate instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to alleviate fears and gain cooperation.
- Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol during procedures.
- Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols for optimal data acquisition; document patient history electronically.
- Perform technical ultrasound procedures, correlating patient history, lab data, and physical findings for medical diagnosis under physician supervision.
- Interact effectively with patients and co-workers, displaying care, listening, dignity, and respect.
- Work as a team member within the department and across departments to expedite patient care.
- Utilize ultrasound instrumentation, demonstrating knowledge of equipment operations and scanning techniques for optimized image documentation; complete procedures according to protocol.
Shift: Various shifts starting no earlier than 7 a.m. and ending no later than 8 p.m. Shifts include rotating weekends, rotating Saturdays, and on-call duties. The expected shifts are 7AM-3:30PM, 7:45AM-4:15PM, 9:30AM-6PM
Salary : $33 - $47
