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Per Diem Diagnostic Sonographer

College Medical Center logoCollege Medical Center$44/hrLong Beach, CAPer DiemPosted 2w ago
  • BLS

How this pay compares

This posting states $44 an hour. Open sonographer jobs in California post a median of $66.82 an hour, the middle half $56.11–$80.85, across 107 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Sonographers employed in California earn a median of $61.79 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

College Medical Center Long Beach is proud to be part of College Hospitals. We are dedicated to the highest quality of customer service delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, and organizational pride. Become part of a team that provides a respectful environment, flexibility, a tight-knit group, and autonomy to utilize your knowledge and experience.

Job Summary

CMC is looking for a Diagnostic Sonographer to perform a variety of ultrasound exams following established protocols and quality standards. In this role, you’ll carry out diagnostic ultrasound procedures as ordered by licensed physicians, producing high‑quality images and accurate preliminary data to support diagnosis and treatment planning. You’ll work closely with physicians and clinical staff, assist with specialized exams as needed, and help with the setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting of ultrasound equipment and related imaging systems to ensure reliable, timely results.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school graduate or GED, preferred.
  • A.R.D.M.S. preferred
  • Current CPR BLS (AHA) for healthcare provider’s card upon hire
  • One year ultrasound experience in an acute care hospital
  • Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs high quality ultrasound procedures proficiently.
  • Instructs, educates, and prepares patient for exam.
  • Knowledge of patient preps for various ultrasound procedures.
  • Proficient in filming and workstation protocols.
  • Performs special procedures (biopsies, abscess drainage’s tube placement, etc.) proficiently.
  • Assesses patient before, during and after procedure
  • Exhibits behavior that is courteous, compassionate, polite, friendly, and respectful towards patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers and extends self to make patients, visitors, clinical staff, and peers feel welcome and respected.
  • Other duties as assigned

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CHLB/CMC, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices, etc. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay that CHLB/CMC in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

From College Medical Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About College Medical Center

College Medical Center is a hospital with an emergency department in Long Beach, CA. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, imaging techs and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: College Medical Center

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