UPMC·Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Performs advanced cardiac imaging procedures and technical tests independently while collaborating with cardiologists on protocol development. Serves as a resource for new hires and students and assists in quality assurance and regulatory testing.
UPMC East is currently hiring a fulltime Echocardiographer to join our team!
Are you an Imaging Professional who is interested in working at a world-renowned medical center with an up-beat environment?
Are you looking for a meaningful career with endless opportunities?
Do you enjoy working hands on with patients, their families, and a supportive team to provide excellent patient care?
If so, you might be a great fit for a role at UPMC!
UPMC East is currently hiring a fulltime Echocardiographer to work a daylight shift, Monday - Friday.
This role will have rotating weekend (approximately every 6 weeks), holiday, and on-call responsibility.
UPMC offers a competitive benefits package, a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates and has a career ladder in place that allows you to grow professionally from both a technical and managerial standpoint.
Candidates will be placed in the correct job title/salary grade based on education and experience.
We invite you to explore our opportunities today!
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.
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.
Completion of formal training in an accredited ultrasound program or professional equivalent required. 2 years of echo experience required. Performance review consistent with minimum of Strong Solid performance on last performance review. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Registry RequiredCPR/BLS requiredAct 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) Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires completion of an accredited ultrasound program and at least 2 years of echocardiography experience. Must hold a registry certification (RCS or RDCS) and current CPR/BLS certification.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, allied health employers commonly look for diagnostic medical sonographers with an approved diploma or degree, current ARDMS certification, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with medical staff and patients. These roles can be competitive because employers want candidates who are both technically prepared and comfortable in patient-facing settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of independent clinical work before applying.
