Sonographer 2, Perinatology

Community Health System•Fresno, CA

6d•$46 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

Opportunities for you! Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek. Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships. Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority. Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Requirements

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
Successful completion of an Allied Health Education Program (this includes but not limited to Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, and Registered Nurse) and 12 months of full-time clinical ultrasound/cardiac/vascular experience
Attending a CAAHEP-approved or CMA-approved ultrasound/cardiac/vascular technology education program
Bachelor's Degree and 12 months of full-time clinical ultrasound/cardiac/vascular experience
BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
RDMS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
RVT - ARDMS Registered Vascular Tech
RDCS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
ARRT(S) - ARRT Sonography
ARRT(VS) - ARRT Vascular Sonography
RVS - CCI Registered Vascular Specialist
RCS - CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Nice To Haves

RDMS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
RVT - ARDMS Registered Vascular Tech required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
RDCS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
ARRT(S) - ARRT Sonography required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
ARRT(VS) - ARRT Vascular Sonography required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
RVS - CCI Registered Vascular Specialist required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position
RCS - CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position

Responsibilities

Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies and procedures.
Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information. Reload prior exams for comparison.
Explain the examination process to the patient. Instruct and assist the patient in assuming the physical position for examination and throughout the procedure.
Assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Select a transducer and adjust the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of test. Move transducer over a specified area of the body and observe sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.