Ultrasound Technologist - West Valley Region (three 12hr shifts)

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This position will support our West Valley Region, primarily at our Calabasas Imaging and Interventional Center. While this position is primarily outpatient based, it requires participation in weekend and holiday medical center coverage support at one of the medical centers that UCLA Health supports. Possible on-call, site rotation and shift rotation may be required, if needed.

Do you have a passion for Ultrasound? Do you thrive in an environment where growth, learning and teaching are core aspects of the day to day? Do you find your calling in healthcare is a combination of your compassion for the patients you care for and the innovative technology that drives ultrasound? Then come join us and be a part of our evolving ultrasound department at UCLA Health. Make a positive impact on one of the nation’s top health systems, help ensure the efficient delivery of award-winning patient care and take your professional expertise to the next level.

In this role, you will:

• Provide age-appropriate assessment and interventions in order to meet the needs of patients and families served
• Obtain, evaluate and use information from the patient requisition, medical records, referring physician and correlate with acquired images
• Use cognitive sonographic skills, to identify and differentiate anatomy and pathology
• Use independent judgement to produce diagnostic images of human anatomy utilizing diagnostic ultrasound systems for our referring providers and our interpreting physicians
• Extend courtesy to our patients, family members, visitors and co-workers through our “World Class Practices” Service Standards

Staff Sonographer:

• • One to two years of experience within the hospital / acute care setting
  • Must maintain active RDMS certification in one specialty, i.e. Abdomen or OB-GYN
  • Graduate of CAAHAP accredited ultrasound program is strongly preferred
  • Salary Range: $62.30 - $84.77/Hourly

Senior Sonographer (Advancement into Senior Sonographer job classification may be assessed after 6 months with UCLA Health):

• • Minimum of four years of prior experience within the hospital / acute care setting 
  • Must maintain Active RDMS certification in three specialties: Abdomen, OB-GYN and RVT
  • Proficient in Abdomen, OB/Gyn, Pediatric and Vascular Sonography. Additionally, proficiency in interventional procedures
  • Graduate of CAAHAP accredited ultrasound school is strongly preferred
  • Salary Range: $69.52 - $84.77/Hourly

Salary Range (Staff through Senior): $62.30 - $82.19/Hourly

Please ensure your resume and application includes all relevant certifications and licenses. Any applications missing this information will not be considered

• At least 1 year of acute care (hospital) experience – required
• RDMS credential in one specialty (Abdomen or OBGYN) – required

Senior Ultrasound Technologist

• 4 years of prior acute care (hospital) experience – required (Advancement into Senior job classification may be assessed after 6 months with UCLA Health)
• RDMS credential in Abdomen, OBGYN and RVT – required

General Requirements

• BLS/CPR Certificate - required
• Graduate of CAAHAP ultrasound program – preferred
• AAS or higher in Medical Sonography – required
• RDMS (AB or OBGYN) – minimum requirement
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, visitors, physicians, nurses, staff and others in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to accept and carry out oral and written instructions accurately
• Ability to employ independent decision making, prioritize work, while handling multiple tasks to completion within allotted time
• Ability to show attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
• Basic typing skills to input various data into RIS and HIS Information systems. 
• Knowledge of medical terminology with the ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses

Advance your career and experience true inspiration as you collaborate with an exceptional team of top clinicians. As an allied health professional at UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy ongoing opportunities for learning and development so you can continually expand your skills while positively impacting our world-class patient care. In our inclusive, supportive culture, you’ll take on unique, high-acuity cases for one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in the world. It’s the chance to take on some of the most exciting challenges in healthcare.

If you’re ready to advance your clinical career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these areas:

● Clinical Lab & Pathology

● Imaging

● Pharmacy

● Phlebotomy

● Rehab

● Respiratory Therapy

● Social Work 

No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll be living the dream thanks to all the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations.