Ultrasonographer Jobs in California

An Ultrasonographer, also known as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, uses ultrasound equipment to produce images or conduct tests for physicians to aid in assessing and diagnosing medical conditions. The images they create, known as sonograms or ultrasound scans, can involve various parts of the body, such as the abdomen, heart, blood vessels, and female reproductive system. An Ultrasonographer in the radiology field has the crucial role of helping determine the nature of a patient's illness by operating complex medical instruments, ensuring patient comfort, and interpreting the images for doctors.

To become an effective Ultrasonographer, individuals must have a keen eye for detail, strong technical and problem-solving skills, and excellent hand-eye coordination. They should also possess good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients and medical staff effectively. A certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is typically required, which validates their competency and skills in the field. Before becoming an Ultrasonographer, a person would usually have roles such as a Radiologic Technologist, Ultrasound Technician, or even a Nurse, which provide valuable patient care experience and familiarity with medical environments.

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Travel Ultrasound Technologist - Cardiac Sonography $2360/wk

  • Fortuna, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fortuna, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonography ultrasound tech for a travel assignment in CA....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - Diagnostic Medical Sonography (General) $2560/wk

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking experienced ultrasound techs in a number of specialties to fill critical roles across the country: Pediatric Echocardiography Adult Echocardiography Vascular Technology Cardio Sonographer...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - Cardiac Sonography $2640/wk

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonography ultrasound tech for a travel assignment in CA....

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonography ultrasound tech for a travel assignment in CA....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - Cardiac Sonography $2960/wk

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 2 days ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonography ultrasound tech for a travel assignment in CA....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago

THE POSITION: Ultrasound Technologist operate machines called sonographic scanners that create images of patients' internal organs....

Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem)

  • Sylmar, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA
  • 7 days ago

Since 1988, we have been a trusted name in medical staffing, specializing in laboratory and diagnostic imaging services for hospitals and clinics across Los Angeles County and Ventura County....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - OB/GYN Sonography $2600/wk

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 8 days ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced OB/GYN Sonography ultrasound tech for a travel assignment in CA....

Travel Ultrasound Tech (Sonographer) Echo (Echocardiography)

  • Glendora, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glendora, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Echocardiographer/Cardiovascular Tech Shift : Days / 8a-4:30p, 8x5, 40 hrs per week, On-Call rotation 2-3 days per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements:...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,325 per week

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Anders Group is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,234 per week

  • Fortuna, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fortuna, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Uniti Med is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Fortuna, California....

Perform all diagnostic ultrasound procedures for patients as ordered by a physician, according to established standards and procedures....

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,335 per week

  • Fortuna, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fortuna, CA
  • 4 hours ago

GetMed Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Fortuna, California....

Job Details Start Date 04/07/2025 Shift Days Duration 13 weeks Specialty Travel Allied, Ultrasound Tech - Echo City Fortuna State CA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $2,052.00 - $2,302.00 weekly Job...

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,427 per week

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 9 hours ago

procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies Report any abnormalities that require immediate attention to the appropriate medical staff Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure Conduct...

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Salary for Ultrasonographer Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Ultrasonographers in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.5%
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
Master's Degree
5.4%
High School or GED
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Ultrasonographers in California
1-2 years
57.2%
2-4 years
15.5%
None
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.7%


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