Sonographer, General

Sutter Health • Yuba City, CA

1d • $65 - $105

About The Position

The Sonographer follows defined diagnostic sonography procedures to produce high-quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers to diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent injury or disease. The role combines education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to perform safe, precise procedures and deliver accurate results promptly. The Sonographer builds patient and family cooperation through assessment, monitoring, and effective communication, and follows applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and provide optimal patient care.

The position is based at Sutter Imaging Yuba City. It is a per diem/casual, non-exempt role with day shifts of eight hours on variable days, including Saturday and Sunday as required. The job posting lists no benefits.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent education/experience.
• Sonographer Level I: ARDMS eligibility and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification upon hire.
• Sonographer Level II: ARDMS certification and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification upon hire, plus two listed specialty certifications: AB, BR, FE, OB/GYN, PS, or RVT.
• Sonographer Level III: ARDMS certification and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification upon hire, plus three listed specialty certifications: AB, BR, FE, OB/GYN, PS, or RVT. MFM Sonographers qualify for this level with one or more listed certifications.
• Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and hospital emergencies.
• Proficiency performing sonographic examinations and a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, related information systems, RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.

Nice To Haves

• For Sonographer Level I or II: two years of basic clinical and practical experience, typically acquired during an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• For Sonographer Level III: five years of clinical and practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined diagnostic sonography procedures and produce high-quality images for healthcare providers.
• Carry out safe and precise procedures to provide accurate results in a timely manner.
• Assess and monitor patients and communicate effectively with patients, their families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
• Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal findings.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed