Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonographer

Vanderbilt Integrated Providers, LLC; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health Bellevue operates a Sonography service using diagnostic ultrasound to image obstetric/gynecologic, abdominal, neurosonography, or breast regions. Technologists prepare equipment, explain procedures, perform scans, and document findings for physician interpretation.

The role emphasizes precise imaging, patient communication, and adherence to safety and quality standards within a large, academic health system.

Qualifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience preferred.
• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician instructions for each exam.
• Select equipment/settings and prepare for procedure.
• Explain procedure to patient and document relevant history.
• Position patient and apply gel to optimize imaging.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to acquire diagnostic images.
• Review images and select those needed for physician interpretation.
• Take measurements, calculate values and prepare preliminary reports.
• Maintain patient records and calibrate equipment as needed.
• Adhere to safety, infection control and quality policies.

Skills

Patient care

Anatomy knowledge

Communication

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

RDMS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Vanderbilt Health Bellevue operates a Sonography service using diagnostic ultrasound to image obstetric/gynecologic, abdominal, neurosonography, or breast regions. Technologists prepare equipment, explain procedures, perform scans, and document findings for physician interpretation.

The role emphasizes precise imaging, patient communication, and adherence to safety and quality standards within a large, academic health system.