Ultrasonographer I

Commonspirit-Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state seeks an Ultrasonographer to perform diagnostic ultrasound, capture and present high-quality images, and support imaging standards. You will contribute to patient care, clinical training, and technology evaluation initiatives.

Daily responsibilities include conducting examinations under supervision, ensuring accuracy of findings, and collaborating with physicians and staff to improve diagnostic outcomes and patient safety within an innovative

Qualifications

• Comprehensive ultrasound knowledge essential for accurate imaging.
• Strong technical proficiency with ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality imaging across examinations.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and capture high-quality images.
• Present findings and coordinate patient care with healthcare teams.
• Contribute to imaging standards, quality care, and clinical training programs.

Skills

Ultrasound knowledge

Technical proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Patient safety

Education

General diagnostic sonography program

CAAHEP-accredited program preferred

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Ultrasonographer, you provide critical diagnostic information using advanced ultrasound, contributing to patient diagnosis and treatment, and participating in our clinical training and technology evaluation programs.

Daily, you perform ultrasound examinations, capture high-quality images, and present findings. Under management direction, you coordinate operations for quality care and service, collaborating with healthcare professionals to streamline processes, enhance diagnostic accuracy, and uphold imaging standards, improving patient outcomes and fostering innovation.

Success requires comprehensive ultrasound knowledge, exceptional technical proficiency, keen problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety, diagnostic accuracy, and a collaborative learning environment. These are crucial for delivering vital diagnostic information and supporting our innovation leadership.

Job Requirements

Required Licensure

• Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or certification in Sonography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current healthcare provider BLS Certification.

Education/Work Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program in General diagnostic sonography.
• Graduation from an accredited (CAAHEP) program is preferred.
• Completion of a twelve-month internship in diagnostic ultrasound (with at least six months in General ultrasound) or equivalent recent directly-related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities is preferred.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.