Ultrasound Sonographer

Per Diem Ultrasound Sonographer

Any Shift | Level II Trauma Center | Vancouver, WA

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking experienced Ultrasound Sonographers to join our Per Diem (Variable Shift) team. If youre confident, flexible, and ready to make an immediate impact, this role gives you the freedom to work days, nights, evenings, and weekends while supporting a growing community hospital.

Important Note on Availability:

This per diem role is best suited for sonographers who can remain open and flexible with their schedules. Candidates with narrow availability may find this role challenging.

Why PeaceHealth? Why Now?

At PeaceHealth, caring for others isnt just what we doits who we are. Were looking for skilled sonographers who can step in with minimal training and deliver high-quality care from day one.

Youll be part of a mission-driven, people-first organization where your expertise directly supports life-saving diagnosis and treatment.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $49.36$73.53 (based on experience, education, and contract terms)
• 15% pay in lieu of benefits
• Shift Differentials:
• $3.50/hr evenings
• $5.00/hr nights
• $1.00/hr weekends

Schedule & Flexibility

• Per diem / variable shifts
• Opportunities to cover days, nights, evenings, weekends
• Ideal for experienced sonographers seeking flexibility and premium pay
• The ideal candidate will have open and flexible availability across a variety of shifts. While this is a per diem position, we are not able to support highly restricted schedules.
• Ability to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends preferred
• Willingness to cover different shifts based on hospital needs

Our goal is to ensure consistent, reliable coverage for our patients and care teams.

What Youll Do

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams in a hospital and trauma setting
• Adapt exams to meet individual patient needs
• Collaborate with physicians for timely, accurate results
• Maintain equipment, exam rooms, and supplies
• Accurately document images and findings in the medical record
• Provide compassionate, professional patient care
• Support workflow coordination and daily scheduling needs

What Were Looking For

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited Ultrasound Sonography program (or equivalent education/experience to meet ARDMS requirements)
• RDMS certification (required within 1 year)
• State-required licensure/certification (as applicable)
• BLS certification upon hire
• Familiarity with PACS/RIS systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal onboarding

Preferred:

• Strong general ultrasound experience
• Vascular and limited OB experience
• Hospital or trauma experience
• Broad availability to work a variety of shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends); limited or fixed schedules may not meet department needs

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Work in a Level II Trauma Center serving a growing community
• Support a mission-driven organization rooted in compassion and respect
• Make a real impact during critical moments of patient care
• Join a team that values inclusion, professionalism, and expertise

Benefits for Per Diem Caregivers (<0.5 FTE)403(b) retirement plan (caregiver contributions)Wellness benefits and discount programsExpanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Multiple openings may be available under this posting Ready to Apply?

If youre an experienced ultrasound sonographer who thrives on flexibility and can confidently work any shift with minimal training, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Andrea at atworek@peacehealth.org for a full job description or questions.

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