Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Marshfield Clinic; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Minocqua, WI is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic sonography with a patient‑centered approach. The role requires strong imaging skills, ethical conduct, and collaboration with physicians and staff to deliver quality care.

The position offers day shifts, full‑time hours, and a sign‑on bonus up to $20,000 based on facility needs. Training and supervision of students may be involved as part of a busy radiology team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Registration in RDMS, RVT, ARRT or registry eligible is required.
• Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
• If working in North Dakota, licensure through the NDMIRT Board is required.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner.
• Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
• Understand operation of ultrasound equipment and utilize new technologies.
• Conduct a variety of ultrasound examinations.
• Coordinate work with physicians and healthcare team members, including during invasive procedures when applicable.
• Supervise and train students and medical sonographers as needed.
• Maintain high ethical standards and patient rapport, showing empathy and integrity.
• Assist with accreditation processes and knowledge of age-related protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound operation

Education

Accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging

BLS certification

NDMIRT licensure (North Dakota) if needed

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland.

Location & Schedule

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Minocqua

Location: Minocqua, WI

Address: 9576 WI-70, Minocqua, WI 54548, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 32.00

Salary Range: $36.00 - $49.50

Pay Info: This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $20,000!

Job Summary

Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $20,000!

Thoroughly understand the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilize new technologies. Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with patients and all organizational staff.

Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self‑motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the sonography field. Displays empathy, compassion, and integrity.

Possesses an understanding of cross‑sectional anatomy. Conducts self professionally at all times, even during moments of high stress.

Assists when necessary with the maintenance of accreditation requirements and processes. Understands age‑related protocols for various testing. Coordinate work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures when applicable.

Supervises and train students and medical sonographers as needed. Reports and calls in‑service requests on equipment when needed.

Additionally, based on the facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include echocardiography.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year

equivalent work experience is preferred.

Registration in at least one of the following areas of sonography is required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible.

Registry preferred within two years after hiring.

If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re‑certification as necessary is required.

For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver’s license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .

EEO Statement

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to .

Drug Free Workplace Policy

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Additional Information

Req Number: R-

Job Function: Allied Health

Featured: No