**Overview**
Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.
**Ultrasound Tech - Ultrasonography**
**Northridge Hospital Medical Center**
**Northridge Hospital Medical Center** is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented **Ultrasound Technician** to join our **Ultrasonography Dept** . As an **Ultrasound Technician** , you will be responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound examinations, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic images.
**Responsibilities**
+ Conduct ultrasound examinations on patients following established protocols.
+ Adjust and operate ultrasound equipment to obtain optimal images.
+ Ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
+ Analyze and interpret ultrasound images, providing preliminary findings to healthcare providers.
+ Collaborate with radiologists and other medical professionals to discuss imaging results.
+ Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
+ Calibrate and maintain ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality.
+ Stay current with advancements in ultrasound technology and procedures.
**Qualifications**
+ A minimum of 1 year experience in a hospital/acute care setting or satisfactory completion of a full rotation at Northridge Hospital ultrasound department within the last year required.
+ Satisfactory completion of formal Ultrasound technology training in an AMA approved school; AA degree in Ultrasound Technology in an AMA approved school required.
+ Computer skills required.
+ Current ARDMS required.
+ Current Basic Life Support certification required.
+ Must have LA City Fire Card within 90 days of hire.
**This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.**
**Pay Range**
$57.54 - $68.95 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.