Ultrasonographer Jobs in California

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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Pediatric Cardiac Sonography - Sonographer

  • Trusted Health
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 29 days ago

Required Credentials:Pediatric Echocardiography (PE): Required (Required ARDMS-PE or CCI-RCCS: Required) Preferred Skills/Experience: Two years experience as a cardiac ultrasound sonographer and/or...

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Sonographer (MFM)

  • Pediatrix Medical Group
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 hours ago

eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)....

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Ultrasound Technologist - Santa Monica Campus Region (10hour shifts)

  • UCLA
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 3 hours ago

in Breast Ultrasound Imaging - strongly preferred Senior Ultrasound Technologist 4 years of prior acute care (hospital) experience - required (Advancement into Senior job classification can be assessed...

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Ultrasound Technologist - Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch - Variable Shift - Full Time

  • Sharp HealthCare
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography...

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Cardiac Sonography - Sonographer

  • Trusted Health
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Preferred Credentials: Bachelors Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelors) Echocardiography (ECG) certification Shift & Scheduling: Weekend Shift - either 3x12s (FriSun) or 4x10s...

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Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal Radiology / Cardiology

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mountain View, 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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Ultrasound Technician

  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center
  • Lompoc, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lompoc, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Position Qualifications: Education: Sufficient to apply for ARDMS exam. Experience: Prior work experience as an Ultrasonographer preferred....

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Ultrasound Technologist

  • Providence Health & Services
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 1 day ago

: Coursework/Training and Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Program 2 years of experience in Sonography....

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Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem

  • Tahoe Forest Health System
  • Truckee, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred: American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS)...

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Ultrasound Tech

  • KPG Healthcare
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Ultrasound Techs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

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Ultrasound Technician

  • Common Spirit Health
  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Ultrasound Tech, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, providing essential imaging for accurate diagnoses and patient care....

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Sonographer 1

  • Loma Linda University Health
  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 days ago

Specialty credential in Breast, Neurosonology, Pediatric Sonography, Vascular Technology, or Musculoskeletal Sonography preferred....

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Sonographer 2

  • Loma Linda University Health
  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 days ago

Additionally, the Sonographer 2 is a participating member within one (1) specialty of ultrasound (e.g. breast imaging, pediatric sonography, vascular technology) with respective ARDMS credentials....

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Ultrasound Technologist

  • SimonMed Imaging
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of an approved program in Ultrasound Technology or licensed RT(R) who has received on the job training and must be ARDMS registered....

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Ultrasound Technologist, Per Diem, Variable Shift

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Sonora, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 2 days ago

(ARDMS) or CCI Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) or ARRT-Vascular Sonography (ARRT-VS) or ARRT-Sonography (ARRT-S): Required Essential Functions: Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency...

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Salary for Ultrasonographer Jobs in California

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


Highest Education Level

Ultrasonographers in California 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 California
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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