We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** MHLB-Memorial Hospital Los Banos **Position Overview:** Follows clearly defined diagnostic sonography procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. **Job Description** : ****Sign-On Bonus $7,500 external qualifying candidates only per Sutter Health policy**** **EDUCATION** + Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent education/experience **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE** Sonographer Level I: + ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Eligible + BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire Sonographer Level II: + ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire + BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire Must possess two (2) of the following: + AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire + BR-Breast certification Upon Hire + FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire + OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire + PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire + RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire Sonographer Level III: + ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire + BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire Must possess three (3) of the following: + AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire + BR-Breast certification Upon Hire + FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire + OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire + PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire + RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire + NTQR-Nuchal Translucency Quality Review (required within 1 year for Maternal Fetal Medicine) **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:** Sonographer Level I or II: + 2 years basic clinical and practical experience as typically acquired during an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Sonographer Level III: + 5 years clinical and practical experience. **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE** (will vary depending on level) + Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies. + Proficient in performing sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results. + Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. + Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline + Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS). **Job Shift:** Days **Schedule:** Full Time **Shift Hours:** 10 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** Rotating Weekends **Benefits:** Yes **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 40 **Employee Status:** Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $54.51 to $68.13 / hour. Sonographer II Pay Range is $57.22 to $71.52 / hour. Sonographer III Pay Range is $63.11 to $78.87 / hour. _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._