OB Ultrasound Tech/Sonographer
Company: Good Shepherd Health Care System
Location: Hermiston
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Position: OB Ultrasound Tech/Sonographer Up to
$20,000K Sign-On Compensation Range: $44.06 - $73.78/hour (Step
Scale 1 - 20) Shift Differential where applicable Full-time
Schedule Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours: 8:00am - 5:30pm Schedule Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday Hours: 8:00am - 5:30pm Compensation package also includes
employer 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for
employees and their families. Join Our Growing Team at Good
Shepherd Health Care System At Good Shepherd Health Care System ,
we put "Patients First. Always." We are committed to bringing
state-of-the-art care closer to home and providing exceptional care
to our community. Why Choose Good Shepherd? Independent &
Financially Stable organization Top-tier benefits package offering
100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and
vision) for both employees and their families. State-of-the-Art
Facilities & Services Supportive Administration & Culture Thriving,
Growing Region supporting outdoor lifestyle & adventure. Good
Shepherd Health Care System remains one of the largest employers in
the area and plays a pivotal role in the region's continued growth.
DEFINITION OF POSITION: Provide health care services, applying
sonic energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Perform
ultrasonic imaging and related procedures in the following areas:
OB/GYN, abdomen, pelvis, vascular, small parts, US assisted biopsy
procedures. Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and/or
intervention by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner.
Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and
maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Applies
appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions
essential for successful completion of the procedure. ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS: Performs diagnostic radiography procedures Corroborates
patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is
documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
Prepares patient for procedures; provides instructions to obtain
desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. Selects
and operates ultrasound equipment, and associated devices to
achieve desired results. Positions patient and equipment to best
demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability
and comfort. Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate
examination. Determines ultrasonic frequencies and appropriate
transducers for the anatomic area of interest. Evaluates images for
technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
Verifies informed consent for, and assists a licensed practitioner
with, interventional procedures. Practices aseptic techniques as
necessary. Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and
emotional needs of patients during procedures. In agreement with
state statute(s) and/or where institutional policy permits:
prepares, identifies, and/or administers contrast media and/or
medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Initiates
basic life support action when necessary. Maintains knowledge of
and observes Universal precautions. Provides patient education.
Assists in maintaining records, respecting confidentiality and
established policy. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and
report equipment malfunction. Provides input for equipment purchase
and supply decisions. Provides practical instruction for students
and/or other health care professionals. Participates in the
department's quality assessment and improvement plan. May be
responsible for specific quality control duties in the assigned
area. May be responsible for control of inventory and purchase of
supplies for the assigned area. Understands and applies patient
relations skills. Pursues the appropriate continuing education
needed to maintain license or certification. Accomplishes other
duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of Committee of Allied
Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited sonography
program or equivalent. Certification by the American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, or equivalent approved
certification. Licensed in the State of Oregon as Ultrasonographer
or Radiologic Technologist/Sonographer. OB Sonography experience is
required.
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