Ultrasonographer I

Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle seeks an Ultrasonographer to provide diagnostic ultrasound, capture high-quality images, and participate in our clinical training and technology evaluation programs.

You will perform ultrasound examinations daily, present findings to the care team, and collaborate with health professionals to uphold imaging standards, improve diagnostic accuracy, and support patient safety.

Qualifications

• ARDMS registration or ARRT Sonography certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Graduate from an accredited ultrasound program in General diagnostic sonography.
• CAAHEP program preferred.
• Completion of a 12-month ultrasound internship (≥6 months General ultrasound) or equivalent recent related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and capture high-quality images.
• Present findings to the care team and coordinate with healthcare professionals to streamline processes.
• Uphold imaging standards and contribute to patient safety and diagnostic accuracy.

Skills

Ultrasound exams

Image capture

Patient safety

Education

General diagnostic sonography program graduate

CAAHEP preferred

Tools

Ultrasound equipment familiarity

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.