Diagnostic Medical Sonographer I, II, III (2473) – Department of Public Health - H00205 at City and County of San Francisco in San Francisco, CA, United States
- Company: City and County of San Francisco
- Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
- Posted: Sep 19, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: $140,738 - $207,974 annually
- Experience: 3+ years
Overview
Under general supervision, the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, performs diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures in one or more specialties of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) on all age groups for outpatient, inpatient and emergency/trauma patients.
Job description
- Under general supervision, the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, performs diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures in one or more specialties of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) on all age groups for outpatient, inpatient and emergency/trauma patients.
- Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in one (1) or more specialties including but not limited to obstetrical, gynecological, abdominal, vascular work, small parts, musculoskeletal, neuro-sonography and neonatal
- Performs portable scans and assists in procedures
- Operates a variety of diagnostic ultrasound equipment and monitors and maintains medical equipment
- Assesses general patient condition
- Documents procedures and events in the patient’s medical record and departmental logs, in accordance with regulatory, hospital and departmental standards
- Recognizes and documents pathology; reviews pertinent history in patient’s chart
- Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds
- Schedules procedures and patients; answers departmental telephones; may be assigned to coordinate patient flow
- Trains medical and technical personnel such as radiology residents and students in ultrasound
- Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts
- The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs other related duties as required.
Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures in one or more specialties of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) on all age groups for outpatient, inpatient and emergency/trauma patients.
- Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in one (1) or more specialties including but not limited to obstetrical, gynecological, abdominal, vascular work, small parts, musculoskeletal, neuro-sonography and neonatal.
- Performs portable scans and assists in procedures.
- Operates a variety of diagnostic ultrasound equipment and monitors and maintains medical equipment.
- Assesses general patient condition.
- Documents procedures and events in the patient’s medical record and departmental logs, in accordance with regulatory, hospital and departmental standards.
- Recognizes and documents pathology; reviews pertinent history in patient’s chart.
- Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds.
- Schedules procedures and patients; answers departmental telephones; may be assigned to coordinate patient flow.
- Trains medical and technical personnel such as radiology residents and students in ultrasound.
- Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements
- Valid certification and registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in one (1) specialty used at the San Francisco Department of Public Health; AND
- Must obtain a valid certification and registration with the ARDMS in a second specialty used at the San Francisco Department of Public Health within six (6) months of appointment.
- Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.
- One (1) year of experience working as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Valid certification and registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in two (2) specialties used at the San Francisco Department of Public Health; AND
- Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.
- Three (3) years of experience working as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Valid certification and registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in three (3) or more specialties used at the San Francisco Department of Public Health; AND
- Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.
- Possession of a valid certificate in Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound or another certificate used at the San Francisco Department of Public Health may substitute for certification and registration in one (1) specialty by the ARDMS
- https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=2473&setId=COMMN
- Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
- One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week).
- Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.
- Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education or experience verification is required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/.
- Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
About City and County of San Francisco
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status Application Opening – September 18, 2026 Application Deadline – The application filing will close on or after October 4, 2026. Salary: Annually $140,738- $207,974 Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service Recruitment ID: CBT-2473-H00205 Work Arrangement: Onsite San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. Fulfilling this mission requires employees working across our hospitals, clinics, programs, and offices to deliver services and support the communities we serve. Individuals interested in joining SFDPH should expect to work in person across these settings. The San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration are the core divisions of SFDPH. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services.