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Sonographer, General and Vascular

Sutter Health

Elk Grove, CAPer Diem$68.08–104.83/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$68.08–104.83/hr
Location
Elk Grove, CA
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Sonographer performs routine and specialized sonography procedures to produce diagnostic images and support patient care. The role works independently on challenging procedures, assesses and monitors patients, and communicates results to healthcare providers. It may include performing specific procedures or orienting staff. Complex vascular study experience is preferred. The position is per diem, with weekend availability needs on Saturdays and Sundays.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Diagnostic SonographyHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyMedical TerminologyWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizationMicrosoft Office SuiteRadiology Information SystemsLaboratory Information SystemsElectronic Health RecordsEPICPACS

Qualifications

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or EquivalentARDMS CertificationBLS CertificationTwo Listed Sonography CertificationsThree Listed Sonography Certifications2 Years Clinical Experience5 Years Clinical Experience

Full job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Competently performs routine and specialized sonography procedures of moderate complexity to produce quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment, and executing developed clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and situations to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department. Previous experience performing complex vascular studies is preferred

Per Diem Availability Needs: Saturdays and Sundays

Job Description :

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EDUCATION

  • Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

Sonographer Level II:

  • ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire

Must possess two (2) of the following:

  • AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire

  • BR-Breast certification Upon Hire

  • FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire

  • OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire

  • PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire

  • RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire

Sonographer Level III:

  • ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire

Must possess three (3) of the following

(except MFM Sonographers who qualify for this level with one or more):

  • AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire

  • BR-Breast certification Upon Hire

  • FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire

  • OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire

  • PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire

  • RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

Sonographer Level II:

  • 2 years basic clinical and practical experience as typically acquired during an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.

  • Complex vascular exam experience preferred

Sonographer Level III:

  • 5 years clinical and practical experience.

  • Complex vascular exam experience preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE (will vary depending on level)

  • Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

  • Proficient in performing sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.

  • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline

  • Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Saturday, Sunday

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $68.08 to $95.30 / hour. Level III Pay Range is $74.88 to $104.83 / hour.

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,527 open Sonographer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$68.08–104.83/hr
  • California median$68–91/hr58 hourly ranges
  • US median$38–55/hr679 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $86.46/hr, is 6% above the California median midpoint ($82/hr) — in the middle half of Sonographer hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 84 open Sonographer jobs in California and 1,527 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Sonographer postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (632 postings).
Education
27 of the 1,527 open Sonographer jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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