Sonographer
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Altoona
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Sonographer
to work at least 3 days a week (Monday & Friday being two of them),
1 weekend every other month and 1 Holiday per year.
Responsibilities: Assists physicians with invasive procedures as
necessary and adheres strictly to the universal protocol standards.
Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are
properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are
properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and
all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed. May be
responsible for High Level Disinfection of devices, supplies and/or
equipment Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to
patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to
help allay the patient?s fears and solicit their cooperation.
Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers
and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews
patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific
departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of
data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
Performs a variety of technical ultrasound procedures, correlating
appropriate patient history, laboratory data, and physical
findings, for the purpose of assisting in a patient?s medical
diagnosis under the direct supervision of a physician. Demonstrates
a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers,
while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and
respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all
other departments to expedite patient care efficiently. Utilizes
appropriate ultrasound instrumentation for procedures and
demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations, applications and
scanning techniques resulting in optimized image
data/documentation. Completes procedures according to protocol.
Obtains appropriate image documentation of cross-sectional anatomy
in all body planes demonstrating anatomy, anatomical relationships
and ultrasonic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues and
obtains and correlates ultrasonic measurements of structures/organs
with data charts, anatomical normal measurements and computer data
programs, where applicable. Completion of formal training in an
Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required. Licensure,
Certifications, and Clearances: Completion of formal training in an
Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) requiredRDMS or RVT
registered or registry eligible preferredCompletion of Physics
portion of registry preferredMust obtain RDMS or RVT within 12
months of hire date Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) OR Registered Vascular Technologist Registered
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI
Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran
Keywords: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Chattanooga , Sonographer, Healthcare , Altoona, Tennessee
