Virginia Mason Medical Center·Seattle, Washington
Perform advanced ultrasound examinations to provide critical diagnostic information for patient treatment. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to streamline processes and uphold imaging standards to improve patient outcomes.
Where You’ll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason.
As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers.
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As an Ultrasonographer, you provide critical diagnostic information using advanced ultrasound, contributing to patient diagnosis and treatment, and participating in our clinical training and technology evaluation programs.Daily, you perform ultrasound examinations, capture high-quality images, and present findings.
Under management direction, you coordinate operations for quality care and service, collaborating with healthcare professionals to streamline processes, enhance diagnostic accuracy, and uphold imaging standards, improving patient outcomes and fostering innovation.Success requires comprehensive ultrasound knowledge, exceptional technical proficiency, keen problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety, diagnostic accuracy, and a collaborative learning environment.
These are crucial for delivering vital diagnostic information and supporting our innovation leadership.
Job Requirements Required Graduation from an ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP) Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty area of Abdomen or OB/Gyn ultrasound Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) is required within the first (1st) year of employment Preferred A one (1) year clinical internship and a four (4) year college degree, concentration in ultrasound
Requires graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program and ARDMS certification in Abdomen or OB/Gyn. RVT certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.
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Market context
Ultrasonographer openings in Washington are often driven by steady demand in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and women’s health settings. These roles can be competitive because employers typically want CAAHEP-accredited training, ARDMS certification in Abdomen or OB/Gyn, and the ability to earn RVT within the first year. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification path before applying.