Breast Imaging Sonographer - Per Diem, La Jolla

Payroll Title

ULTRASOUND TCHNO SR PD

Breast Imaging

$67.78 / Hour

La Jolla

Per Diem

20%

EX Contract

2

Days, 8 hour shifts, Sunday - Saturday

Filing Deadline: Fri 1/30/2026

The #138128 Breast Imaging Sonographer - Per Diem, La Jolla is a position seeking a qualified sonographer. Apply now to join our team.

We strongly encourage you to apply if you possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for this opening.

Under supervision, performs and records all sonographic procedures and assists with some specialty procedures in accordance with established departmental guidelines and protocols. Operates various types of ultrasound equipment, transducers, and recording devices. Recognizes normal and pathological conditions and modifies the exam accordingly to ensure complete and accurate high quality information is obtained. Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established Ultrasound protocols to achieve the highest quality image.

Reviews, verifies and evaluates images to ensure excellent image quality. Troubleshoots and resolves ultrasound related PACS issues. Participates in performance improvement projects within the department. Floats within department as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Job duties are to be performed at a Practitioner Level. Floats to specialty unit (if qualified). Assists with mentoring of junior ultrasound technologists and students as needed.

Assists other ultrasound technologists with difficult procedures that require advanced skills.

• Graduate of a school of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent years of experience.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in AB and OB/GYN. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in   highly preferred for consideration.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience.
• Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $141,525 - $141,525 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $67.78 - $67.78

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for this role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading‑edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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