Echocardiographer: Part-time

About the role

UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a skilled and compassionate Part-Time Echocardiographer to join our collaborative cardiovascular imaging team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced imaging professional who values patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, supportive hospital environment.

At UPMC Chautauqua, you will be part of a respected healthcare system that is committed to delivering high-quality care, fostering professional growth, and supporting a culture of collaboration and respect. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

The hired candidate will be placed into the appropriate level of the career ladder based on education, experience, and leader discretion. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000 with a 2-year commitment.

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and ability to recognize critical pathologies.

Schedule

Days, typically 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with rotated weekends.

Benefits

• Part of a respected healthcare system committed to high-quality care, professional growth, and a culture of collaboration and respect
• Sign-on bonus of $5,000 with a 2-year commitment
• Career ladder placement based on education, experience, and leader discretion

Responsibilities

• Communicate instructions to patients clearly and explain procedures to allay fears and solicit cooperation
• Identify all patients properly according to policy
• Review patient history and assess physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results
• Document patient history in electronic record as required
• Utilize appropriate ultrasound instrumentation and demonstrate knowledge of equipment operations, applications, and scanning techniques for optimized image data/documentation
• Interact with patients and co-workers with a high level of caring, listening, dignity, and respect
• Work as a team member within the department and across departments to expedite patient care efficiently
• Ensure all completed exams are properly coded and identified for electronic processing and storage per department standards
• Assure charges are adequately entered for exams performed
• Perform Cardiac Ultrasound procedures according to guidelines established by the Medical Director, within established time frames and protocols
• Procedures include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, and Echo with contrast
• Conduct oneself in accordance with system-wide and departmental values, policies, and procedures
• Function independently within a reasonable timeframe, cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities while communicating with lead and management team
• Assist physicians with invasive procedures as necessary and adhere strictly to