UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Lead Sonographer to join their team of life-changers!In addition to performing imaging procedures at an advanced level, the Lead Sonographer coordinates workflow, assists with projects, and coordinates educational activities. This position also functions as a working technologist and distributes workload to ensure efficient operations.This is a full-time position that will work 40 hours per week. The standard schedule will consist of 4, 10-hour shifts, variable hours, and will include rotating weekend and holiday commitments. Experience with ACR accreditation is preferred. Candidates who are registered in both OB and Vascular are strongly encouraged to apply!*Exciting news - We are currently offering a $6,000 Sign-on Bonus in exchange for a 2-year work commitment with UPMC!Responsibilities:
Leads orientation and training for new hires, students and other medical personnel; ensures competencies are completed in the required time frame. Responsible for offering remediation with sonographers when necessary
Performs ultrasound diagnostic examinations in accordance with Level I and Level II Advanced sonographer.
Assists in talent acquisition interviews for successful recruitment of sonographer candidates and provides feedback for annual performance reviews.
May be responsible for High Level Disinfection of devices, supplies and/or equipment
Coordinates daily workflow and schedule of the department while maintaining staffing levels based on, but not limited to, call offs, vacations, patient volumes, and training needs.
Assists with quality assurance projects and assists in the development of exam protocols alongside of or in place of advanced sonographers and communicates results back to departmental leadership.
Assumes the leadership role in the absence of the supervisor.
Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
3 years of ultrasound experience required.
Performance review consistent with minimum of strong/Solid performance on last performance review.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required.
CPR or BLS Preferred. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
