Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Range: $100,000 annually

Location: San Diego, California

Work Schedule: Rotating schedule Sunday through Saturday, including Federal Holidays. 8.5-hour and/or 12.5-hour shifts with a 30-minute unpaid meal break. Maximum 80 hours per two-week period.

Industry: Military Healthcare

Company Overview

A large military healthcare organization is seeking experienced Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers to provide comprehensive diagnostic imaging services in a multidisciplinary hospital environment. The position supports physicians across numerous specialties by producing high-quality ultrasound examinations while maintaining exceptional patient care and imaging standards.

Position Summary

The Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs a full spectrum of diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing advanced sonographic equipment and imaging technologies. The role requires independent clinical judgment, strong technical expertise, and the ability to recognize pathology while supporting radiologists and referring physicians with timely diagnostic information.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations including abdominal, pelvic, obstetrical, breast, vascular, thoracic, pediatric, neonatal, scrotal, cervical, superficial soft tissue, and endovaginal studies.
• Perform intraoperative ultrasound procedures as required.
• Correlate patient history with requested examinations and previous diagnostic findings.
• Explain procedures and properly position patients while ensuring comfort and safety.
• Identify anatomical abnormalities and determine when additional imaging is required.
• Utilize Doppler technology for vascular evaluations and spectral analysis.
• Recognize normal anatomical variants and postoperative anatomical changes.
• Operate ultrasound scanners, probes, Doppler equipment, and PACS systems according to department protocols.
• Perform equipment quality control, calibrations, warm-up procedures, and routine maintenance.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and notify designated personnel.
• Maintain examination documentation and transmit images according to departmental protocols.
• Communicate preliminary findings and urgent abnormalities to radiologists and physicians.
• Assist with ultrasound-guided interventional procedures including localization for paracentesis and thoracentesis.
• Maintain adequate supplies and recommend equipment repairs when necessary.
• Recognize emergency situations requiring patient resuscitation and initiate appropriate emergency measures.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and review of current imaging practices.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Current American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in the required specialty.
• Minimum one year of recent experience within the last two years as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, pathology, ultrasound physics, and imaging protocols.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital or military treatment facility experience.
• Experience performing a broad range of general ultrasound examinations.
• Experience with PACS and advanced Doppler imaging.
• Experience supporting interventional ultrasound procedures.
• Pediatric and neonatal imaging experience.