Per Diem Ultrasound Sonographer

Kaiser Permanente; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Tacoma, WA seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to provide diagnostic ultrasound imaging per physician orders. The role includes preparing rooms and equipment, developing films, and maintaining strict patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, ensuring image quality, patient education, and collaboration with radiologists and staff while adhering to safety standards. Prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate required at hire from ARDMS.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound imaging following clinical protocols and positions patients to optimize visualization of the area of interest, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Prepares ultrasound rooms and diagnostic equipment, and develops films in accordance with radiographic techniques.
• Provides patient education and accurate documentation, maintaining patient confidentiality and safety standards.
• Assists radiologists with procedures and communicates effectively with physicians and staff; adheres to all safety and infection control policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Tacoma, WA seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to provide diagnostic ultrasound imaging per physician orders. The role includes preparing rooms and equipment, developing films, and maintaining strict patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, ensuring image quality, patient education, and collaboration with radiologists and staff while adhering to safety standards. Prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.