Ultrasonographer Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

An Ultrasonographer, also known as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, uses ultrasound equipment to produce images or conduct tests for physicians to aid in assessing and diagnosing medical conditions. The images they create, known as sonograms or ultrasound scans, can involve various parts of the body, such as the abdomen, heart, blood vessels, and female reproductive system. An Ultrasonographer in the radiology field has the crucial role of helping determine the nature of a patient's illness by operating complex medical instruments, ensuring patient comfort, and interpreting the images for doctors.

To become an effective Ultrasonographer, individuals must have a keen eye for detail, strong technical and problem-solving skills, and excellent hand-eye coordination. They should also possess good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients and medical staff effectively. A certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is typically required, which validates their competency and skills in the field. Before becoming an Ultrasonographer, a person would usually have roles such as a Radiologic Technologist, Ultrasound Technician, or even a Nurse, which provide valuable patient care experience and familiarity with medical environments.

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Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal Radiology / Cardiology

  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

.* Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal Radiology / Cardiology in Mountain View, CA LeaderStat is currently seeking a Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal Radiology / Cardiology for a(n) 13 week contract in CA....

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Travel Ultrasound Technologist in Fremont, CA

  • Soliant Health
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Qualifications: Current certification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent Proven expertise in General Ultrasound imaging Preferred: Experience with diverse patient populations Active...

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Travel Ultrasound Tech

  • Soliant Health
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Desired Qualifications: Current certification or registry in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS or equivalent)....

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Radiology - High Risk Sonographer

  • GQR
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Job Location: Mountain View, CA Profession: Sonographer Estimated Pay: $2097.36 Duration (weeks): 13 Specialty: Maternal-Fetal Medicine Shift Details: Day *Estimated weekly...

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Ultrasound Tech

  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Description: As an Ultrasound Technician, you'll be the primary resource for all technical aspects of ultrasound procedures....

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Perinatal Sonographer

  • Stanford Medicine Children's Health
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 4 days ago

License/Certification: ARDMS by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography KNOWLEDGE These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential...

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Relief Ultrasound Sonographer

  • Stanford Medicine Children's Health
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 4 days ago

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); -and- 2.    ...

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Sonographer II, PD

  • Sutter Health
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: EDUCATION: Other: Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program OR possession of ARDMS evidencing completion of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program...

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Ultrasound Tech

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

: 13 Weeks Anticipated Schedule: 5x8 Days We`re currently seeking a Ultrasound Tech to join our amazing team with the following qualifications: One or more year(s) of experience as a Ultrasound Tech...

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Sonographer - GYN

  • AMN Corporate
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Sonographer, OB/GYN Certifications: S BENEFITS Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental,...

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Ultrasound Tech - Sonography

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Travel Ultrasound Tech - Sonography Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Ultrasound Tech - Sonography....

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Ultrasound Tech

  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Description: As an Ultrasound Technician, you'll be the primary resource for all technical aspects of ultrasound procedures....

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Travel Allied - Ultrasound Tech - Sonography

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Travel Ultrasound Tech Sonography Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Ultrasound Tech Sonography....

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Travel Radiology / Cardiology Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal

  • Aya Healthcare
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 12 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Radiology / Cardiology Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal job in Palo Alto, California paying $2771.00 to $2991.20 weekly....

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Sonographer III - 40 hours

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination....

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Salary for Ultrasonographer Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Ultrasonographers in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
Master's Degree
5.5%
High School or GED
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Ultrasonographers in Palo Alto, CA
1-2 years
57.2%
2-4 years
15.5%
None
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.7%


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