Sonographer, Diagnostic Cardiac, Hillsboro, Days, 20 hours

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sonographer to provide diagnostic services in a clinical setting. This role involves performing various cardiac diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining quality assurance standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and interpersonal skills, and be able to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care and enhance your professional skills in a supportive setting. If you are passionate about diagnostic imaging and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year AMA-approved ultrasound program with certification.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures for patients of all ages.
• Assist patients with transportation and perform clerical duties.
• Participate in on-call or standby schedules.

Skills

Diagnostic Procedures

Communication with Cardiologists

Data Entry

Quality Assurance

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AMA-approved Ultrasound Program

Allied Health Training with ARDMS Certification

Tools

Sonography Technologist License (Oregon)

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Sonographer, Diagnostic Cardiac, Hillsboro, Days, 20 hours

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Job Summary

To provide diagnostic services in a hospital and/or clinical setting, including clerical duties. All duties should promote team concepts and reflect the KPNW Mission and philosophy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures appropriate for the patient's age, including routine, emergent, portable, and surgical examinations, following department policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with Cardiologists.
• Assist patients with transportation as needed.
• Perform data entry, file work, restock supplies, and conduct quality assurance functions.
• Participate in on-call or standby schedules as required.

Experience and Education

Minimum two-year AMA-approved ultrasound program with certification, or two years of allied health training with ARDMS certification, or successful completion of an AMA-accredited ultrasound program with ARDMS or CCI registration. High school diploma or GED required.

Licenses, Certifications, and Additional Requirements

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer from CCI or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer from ARDMS within 12 months of hire.
• Sonography Technologist License (Oregon).
• Basic Life Support certification within 1 month of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TEE, Stress Echo, and Pediatric Echosonography.
• Strong organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and confidently perform exams.

Additional Notes

Supporting the ECHO department at Westside Medical Center inpatient ECHO location.