Community Health System·Fresno, California
Perform medical sonography using sound waves to image the human body under the guidance of a diagnostic team. Abide by corporate and state regulations while participating in mandatory training and performance improvement processes.
Overview Fresno Heart and Surgical Hospital (FHSH) is a unique specialty hospital in Central California known for its luxurious accommodations, excellent patient experience and five-star cardiac, vascular and bariatric surgery services.
Healthgrades and patients alike, have rated our facility among the top California hospitals when it comes to providing a healing environment.
More than 90% of patients surveyed indicated they would definitely recommend us to family and friends.
Healthgrades also ranks us in the top 5% nationally, recognizing our hotel-like environment and service with the Outstanding Patient Experience Award, eight years in a row.
We have 48 private patient suites that are able to accommodate a patient's overnight guest.
Also, an additional nine private intensive care suites.
We are a technologically advanced facility with surgical suites that promote minimally-invasive techniques for cardiac, vascular, bariatric and general surgery.
Opportunities for you!
Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek Time and a half after 8 hrs + night differential Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS Great food options with on-demand ordering Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community.
All are welcome as valued members of our community.
We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams.
Learn more on our Benefits page.
We are looking for an exceptional Sonographer 1 (are entry level medical sonographers) who thrives on a fast-paced environment, complex work, and is committed to excellence in their profession. Medical Sonographers are specialized medical professionals that use sound waves to image the human body. As patient care specialists must work as both individual-care-providers and as part of a diagnostic-team under the guidance of the Ultrasound Supervisor, Radiologists, Cardiologists and/or Physician. Performs tasks abiding by policies and procedures, state and corporate regulations.As a Sonographer 1 you'll be in training to become a registered Medical Sonographers by the ARDMS, ARRT or CCI. Imaging techniques are dependent on a vast knowledge of human anatomy, principles of imaging, positioning techniques, biology, pathology, patient care procedures, physics and equipment instrumentation. And will participates in all mandatory staff meetings, in-services and training programs to ensure continued understanding of all departmental policies, procedures and performance improvement processes.
Education: High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required Experience: One of the following is required Successful completion of an Allied Health Education Program (this includes but not limited to Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, and Registered Nurse) and 12 months of full-time clinical ultrasound/cardiac/vascular experience Attending a CAAHEP-approved or CMA-approved ultrasound/cardiac/vascular technology education program Bachelor's Degree and 12 months of full-time clinical ultrasound/cardiac/vascular experience License/Certification: BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required One of the following is required within 1 year of hire or transfer into position RDMS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer RVT - ARDMS Registered Vascular Tech RDCS - ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer ARRT(S) - ARRT Sonography ARRT(VS) - ARRT Vascular Sonography RVS - CCI Registered Vascular Specialist RCS - CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer Note: Qualifying certification(s) must apply to examinations currently performed. Click HERE to learn about our Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Advanced Cardiac Sonography programs.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of an approved ultrasound education program or a bachelor's degree with clinical experience. Must hold a current BLS certification and obtain professional registration (e.g., ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI) within one year of hire.
Market context
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