Ultasound Tech I

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures across neonatal to geriatric patients. This role involves evaluating images, data, and collaborating with physicians to support accurate diagnoses. Travel among Palomar Health facilities is required.

Strong English communication and proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office are essential. ARDMS certification eligibility and BLS healthcare provider certification are required or pursued within stated

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure.
• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree.
• Minimum Experience: ARDMS board-eligible.
• Required License: ARDMS within 18 months of hire.
• Required Certification: BLS - Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures producing, assessing, and evaluating ultrasound images and related data.
• Acquire and evaluate data while exercising discretion and judgment in clinical examination of neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Travel among Palomar Health facilities as required.
• Work in Ultrasound, Emergency Rooms and Operating Rooms.
• Follow Palomar Health rules and policies and contribute to the mission and quality commitment.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Keyboarding

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Department: Ultrasound Union: CHEU Shift: 8-hour Shift - Variable (United States of America) Hours Per Pay Period: 40 Salary Range: $51.13 - $76.80 Job Description: Posting Date: 10/13/2026 Internal Closing Date: 10/19/2026

As part of the responsibilities of this position, travel is required among all of Palomar Health facilities.

Responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures by producing, assessing, and evaluating ultrasound images and related data used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis.

Acquires and evaluates data while exercising discretion and judgment in the performance of clinical examination of neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate treatment to all co-workers, physicians, and patients.

Primary works areas are, but not limited to: Ultrasound, Emergency Rooms, Operating Rooms, etc.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).

Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.

Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure Preferred Education: Associate's Degree Minimum Experience: Experience required to become ARDMS certification board-eligible Preferred Experience: 6 months as a diagnostic ultrasound technologist Required License: Association of Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within 18 months of hire Preferred License: Not Applicable Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical positions. As a leading healthcare system, we are committed to providing world-class care to our community. When you join our team, you'll have access to our exceptional training programs designed to help you excel in your role and grow your career.