Kaiser Permanente·Longview, Washington
Perform routine, emergent, portable, and surgical diagnostic cardiac procedures in a hospital or clinical setting. Responsibilities include communicating with cardiologists, managing data entry, and maintaining quality assurance standards.
To provide diagnostic services in a hospital and/or clinical setting, to include clerical duties as required. To perform all duties in a manner which promotes team concepts and reflects the KPNW Mission and philosophy.
Performing diagnostic procedures, using knowledge, skills and abilities required for age of patient served to include: Routine, emergent, portable, surgical examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures. Communication with Cardiologist. Assist patient/transport. Data Entry. File work. Restocking supplies/cleaning. Quality Assurance functions. Other duties as assigned. Variable - Participates in on-call or standby schedule as required.
Previous experience with TEE, Stress Echo and Pediatric Echosonography. Organizational skills, time management, prioritization, planning; attention to detail; problem solving, decision making, judgment; technical skills; initiative; communication, interpersonal skills, customer relations, organizational relations. Adaptability; following Policies and Procedures; flexibility. Able to work unsupervised and perform exams independently and confidently.
Requires a high school diploma and completion of an AMA-approved ultrasound program with ARDMS or CCI certification. Must hold a Sonography Technologist License for Oregon and Basic Life Support certification.
Market context
In Washington, allied-health imaging roles are typically in steady demand because hospitals, outpatient clinics, and diagnostic centers rely on credentialed technologists to keep imaging services moving. These positions are competitive because employers often want an accredited imaging degree, Washington Department of Health certification, and ARRT registration completed quickly after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and timeline before applying.