Senior Ultrasound Technologist

Kaiser Permanente; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an ultrasound technologist to produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and assist physicians in diagnosis. The role requires ensuring optimal diagnostic quality and maintaining safe patient care.

You will operate ultrasound equipment, document results, and support new staff. Candidates should have at least three years of ultrasound experience, a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and three ARDMS certifications from the approved list.

Qualifications

• Three years of continuous ultrasound experience within the last six years.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have three certifications from the ARDMS list within hire period.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• NT certification may be required to perform Prenatal Genetic screening.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Prepare and position patients for examination.
• Select ultrasound equipment and transducers according to exam specifications.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and record diagnostic data.
• Move the transducer to capture ultrasonic images and monitor quality.
• Photograph images or save permanent records from ultrasound sessions.
• Enter test data and patient information into the ultrasound computer.
• Orient new hires and perform related duties as required.

Skills

Patient communication

Tact and courtesy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an ultrasound technologist to produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and assist physicians in diagnosis. The role requires ensuring optimal diagnostic quality and maintaining safe patient care.

You will operate ultrasound equipment, document results, and support new staff. Candidates should have at least three years of ultrasound experience, a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and three ARDMS certifications from the approved list.