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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Travel Allied-Sonography, Ultrasound Tech

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 3 days ago

Sonographer - Ultrasound Technician Join our team as a skilled Sonographer (Ultrasound Technician), where you will play a critical role in providing diagnostic imaging that aids in patient care decisions...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) - Echo/Vascular

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 12 days ago

Essential Work Functions: Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to integrate diagnostic imaging...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) - Gen/Vascular

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 13 days ago

Essential Work Functions: Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to integrate diagnostic imaging...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) - Echo

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago

license in compliance with state regulations Preferred Qualifications: Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification (ARDMS) Current ARRT Certification in Sonography Current Credential...

Ultrasound Technologist (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)

  • Turlock, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Turlock, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications for Ultrasound Technologist (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)s in the Turlock area. - Shift(s) available: day shift, mid...

Cardio Sonographer I (Per Diem) - Cardiology - Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Imaging Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT Primary Shift : Day Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $37.49 - $58.11...

Per Diem Ultrasound Tech - General Body - 8-Hour Evening Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT Primary Shift : Evening Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $64.50 - $65.49...

Vascular Lab Ultrasound Tech - Per Diem - 8-Hour Evening Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

Hours/Days: Varies Qualifications Education: Vocational/Technical Diploma from a Sonography Program required License/Certifications: Registered Vascular Technologist certification from ARDMS required...

Senior Ultrasound Tech - Oncology - West Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation Job Category : Imaging Job Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT Primary Shift : Day Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $49.66...

Radiology / Cardiology - Ultrasound Tech - General

  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Banos, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Radiology / Cardiology - Ultrasound Tech - General (Los Banos, CA, 93635) | 2025-07-09 14:58:17 Apply Now Easy Apply Share Job Job Description Certs required: -Either abdomen OR OB/GYN -current experience...

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer I - Ultrasonography - Part-time/Days

  • Madera, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Madera, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) qualifications or trained through a Radiologic Technology program OR a College degree - 2 year in Ultrasonography (or other Imaging related field)...

Ultrasound Technologist

  • Porterville, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Porterville, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Key Words: Sonography, Ultrasound, Technician, US Tech, Ultrasound Tech *Weekly payment estimates are intended for informational purposes only and include a gross estimate of hourly wages and reimbursements...

Echo Sonographer University of California San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago

We are seeking an outstanding professional with a record of excellence in providing echocardiography services to patients in a combined hospital and outpatient setting....

Ultrasound Technologist

  • Crescent City, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Crescent City, CA
  • 15 hours ago

A respected healthcare facility in Crescent City, CA is seeking two full-time Ultrasound Technologists to support diagnostic imaging services....

Senior Ultrasound Sonographer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago

A well-established medical center in San Francisco, CA is seeking a full-time Senior Ultrasound Sonographer to provide expert diagnostic imaging services and support advanced clinical care....

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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
42.4%
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
Master's Degree
5.4%
High School or GED
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
0.8%
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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