Sonographer

Job Description

Overview :

Ultrasounds and biopsies can be scary procedures for some patients. Your skill and compassion as a sonographer will help to put patients at ease. Your sound judgment will be used to determine imaging technique and patient treatment. Through your expertise, you will help to fulfill Legacy’s mission of making life better for others.

In addition to this being an excellent opportunity for a person looking to advance their career, this position is compensated well and provides an opportunity to work at an excellent location.   Here is a glimpse at important aspects of our total compensation and benefits for this position :

• Relocation : this position is eligible for relocation assistance for those moving from outside the area
• Base Wage : $47.74 - $68.28 per hour, with consideration to related work experience and internal equity
• Shift Differential : evening - $2.50 / hr, night - $4.30 / hr, weekend - $3.00 / hr
• Health : comprehensive medical, dental & vision care plans
• Paid Time Off :  competitive Annual Paid Leave (APL) allotment to new employees, 40-hours front loaded at time of hire
• Retirement : retirement plan with employer match and contributions
• Educational Assistance Program
• Wellness Services : generous Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Parking : free at Salmon Creek Medical Center
• On-site Facilities : on- site pharmacy, on- site garden areas, on- site chapel, on- site food and coffe shops
• Food and Entertainment : restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops, parks and other entertainment are in the immediate proximity
• Employee Discounts : Nike, Adidas, LA Fitness, Kindercare and more
• And so much more

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center is Southwest Washington’s most modern hospital, offering the latest technology in a setting designed for comfort and care for the whole family. We feature innovations in joint replacement, robotic surgery, pelvic health for women, cancer care, intensive care for newborns, neurosurgery, medical care for children and more.

Are you looking for a Sonographer (or other Imaging) job opportunity with a different schedule or at another Legacy Health location?  Please click here to see a list of other openings.

Responsibilities :

IMAGING : Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.

DOCUMENTATION : Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.

PERSONAL & PATIENT CARE AND SAFETY : Provides for personal and patient care and safety using professional judgment in accordance with written standards so there is no injury to self or others.

PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR : Practices professional communications, appearance, conduct, punctuality, attendance, and attitude that lead to physician, patient and co-worker respect and confidence.

Qualifications : Education :

Graduate of accredited (by AMA or ARDMS) school of ultrasound or equivalent experience is required

Skills :

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure :

Licensure / Certification :

The Sonographer may start with either AB or OB certification, and has one year to obtain the other. If proof of registration is not received within one year of assuming the Sonographer job, the position will be vacated by the incumbent.

Pay Range : USD $47.74 - USD $68.28 / Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity :

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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