UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Casual Sonographer to join their life-changer team!

This position will work various shifts, including weekend rotations and at least 1 holiday per year. The Sonographer performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Applicants who possess experience with vascular and obstetrics are highly encouraged to apply!

*Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Sonographer Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education. Sonographer rates start at $29.76/hr. Sonographer Adv. rates start at $31.25/hr. 

Responsibilities:

Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Assists physicians with invasive procedures, adhering to universal protocol standards. Interacts with patients and co-workers, displaying caring, listening, dignity, and respect. Communicates instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to alleviate fears. Ensures exams are properly coded, tracked, networked, and charges entered. Identifies patients using two identifiers and reviews patient history and physician orders. Documents patient history in electronic records as required. May handle High-Level Disinfection of devices, supplies, and equipment. Obtains and documents cross-sectional anatomy images, correlating measurements with data charts. Performs technical ultrasound procedures, using appropriate instrumentation and techniques.