Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Sonographer in Tacoma, Washington
Overview
In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient
experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new
health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system
builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly
5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the
health and well-being of our communities.
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the
Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From
basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet
their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments
and technologies.
Responsibilities
Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full
time Sonographer for our Franciscan Maternal Fetal Med-Ultrasound Clinic in Tacoma, WA. Come join our expanding
MFM team, with multiple locations this position is responsible for supporting our rotating provider
assignment caring for our diverse patient clientele. Our Sonographers work hand in hand with our
providers, assist in procedures and are a primary focus for patient interactions. Occasional
weekends however no organizationally recognized holidays required.
Job Summary:
This job is responsible for performing obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound examinations at a technical
level in accordance with department protocols and applicable regulatory requirements. An incumbent
assumes responsibility for the safe, efficient and proper operation of ultrasound equipment.
Essential Job Duties:
● Executes all varieties of obstetrical and gynecologic diagnostic ultrasound exams presently
offered by the department; performs all examinations in accordance with American Institute of
Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) standards and department protocols; determines correct
techniques to obtain images of the highest quality and resolution; and participates (along with
supervising Obstetrician/Gynecologist) in the final exam diagnosis.
● Serves as a liaison between patients, interpreting physicians (Obstetrician/Gynecologist) and
referring providers; explains testing procedures to patient; ensures that emergent exam results
are relayed promptly to the appropriate physician.
● Utilizes appropriate educational resources to maintain currency in diagnostic sonography, and
assists in various educational services relating to both staff and patients; attends local and
national professional meetings to stay abreast of new procedures, equipment or information;
participates in the formal training of ultrasound interns; evaluates new ultrasound products and
equipment.
● Performs incidental office duties as necessary to maintain the completeness of the patient record;
ensures that patient data is entered correctly and that patients are billed appropriately.
● Assists with Quality Assurance/Improvements audits and activities as required.
Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience:
● Graduation from an accredited training program in Cardiac and/or General diagnostic radiology
(Certificate in sonography).
● Recent completion of a twelve-month internship in diagnostic ultrasound or equivalent recent
directly-related work experience.
Licensure/Certifications:
● Current registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or
Current certification by the American Association of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)
● Current Health Care Provider BLS certification.
Pay Range
$40.66 - $62.48 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.