General Ultrasound Sonographer
McMinnville, Oregon
Willamette Valley Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Tech/Sonographer

Location: McMinnville, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel

Facility Overview

• 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility
• Accredited by The Joint Commission
• Certified Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services
• 24-hour Emergency Department
• Patient population includes all types (geriatric, adult, pediatric)
• Busy ER, outpatient volumes, primary care and OB clinics nearby

Position Details

• Specialty: Ultrasound Tech / Sonographer (General Sonography)
• Number of Openings: 1
• Shift: Primarily Sunday, Monday, Tuesday; Days (3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 am – 7:30 pm)

  • Some flexibility for 4x10-hour shifts if needed
• Weekly Hours: 36-40 hours guaranteed
• Weekend Hours: Approximately 12 hours depending on shift
• Call Requirements: 1 in 5 weeks rotation covering Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights; additional call available if desired
• Float Requirements: None, but ability to pick up extra shifts possible

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 1+ year in Ultrasound specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
  • OBMI State License
• Required Education: State licensure and registry credentials
• Must Have Skills:

  • General sonography covering OB, small parts, basic procedures, some vascular
• Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with OB and vascular sonography
• Personality Fit:

  • Self-directed, team-oriented, positive and hardworking
  • Support coverage during two maternity leaves
  • Welcoming environment with many long-term employees

Work Environment & Equipment

• Patient Ratios: Typically 12-15 exams per shift
• Equipment:

  • GE Logiq e10 (2 units)
  • GE Logiq e9 (1 unit)
  • New Mindray ultrasound arriving January 2026
• EHR Systems: Meditech, Change Healthcare PACS (McKesson)

Dress Code

• Scrub colors: Any normal colors/patterns acceptable
• Light blue scrubs provided if candidate does not bring their own
• Unacceptable attire: open-toed shoes, hoodies, etc.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)

Additional Notes

• Orientation is weekly on Mondays
• Candidates must be located 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered travel
• The area offers a variety of recreational activities including wine country tours, hiking, fishing, and local cultural experiences

This position is ideal for a general ultrasound technologist with at least 1 year of experience looking for a travel opportunity in a supportive, busy hospital environment.