Sonographer II - Ultrasound (1.0 FTE)

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer, Level II performs ultrasound examinations across two or more applications in general and vascular technology, and presents findings to the interpreting radiologist at a level appropriate to an ARDMS Level II Sonographer. The role performs examinations in general ultrasound, obstetric ultrasound, and vascular ultrasound, including portable bedside examinations and ultrasound-guided procedures. It also includes selecting appropriate examination approaches based on patients’ body configuration, assisting with transducer and intracavity device placement, and performing high-level disinfection of transducers. The position is based in Kirkland, Washington, and is full-time at 40 hours per week, with day/evening hours. It is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and UFCW Local 21; union membership is optional.

Requirements

Be ARDMS-eligible by date of hire.
Obtain ARDMS certification in Abdomen and Vascular Certification (RVT) within one year of employment.
Obtain OB/GYN certification at a minimum within two years of employment.
Graduate from an accredited ultrasound program.
Have training specific to the operation and use of ultrasound scanners.
Hold current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of ultrasound experience.

Responsibilities

Perform general ultrasound examinations, including abdomen, pelvic, renal, thyroid, scrotal, breast, musculoskeletal, neurosonology, and pediatric examinations.
Assist with interventional procedures, including biopsies, aspirations, localizations, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and OR/Cath Lab guidance.
Perform obstetric ultrasound examinations, including first- and second-trimester exams, D&E procedures, and amniocentesis.
Perform vascular ultrasound examinations, including abdominal vasculature, venous and arterial extremities, carotid Doppler, renal arterial Doppler, TIPS, grafts, and ABI/toe pressures.
Analyze patients’ general body configuration to determine an acceptable examination approach.
Assist with the introduction or placement and application of ultrasound transducers.
Assist with the introduction or placement of intracavity devices and needles designed for biopsy or amniocentesis.
Provide portable bedside examinations as requested by attending physicians and process documenting video film.
Perform high-level disinfection on transducers as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.