Diagnostic Sonographer

Allina Health; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 50,020 - 68,553; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus $7,500 for eligible外

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Diagnostic Ultrasound professional to perform abdominal, small parts, OB/GYN, vascular imaging and guidance for interventional procedures. The role requires an accredited ultrasound education path with ARDMS registration or registry eligibility and 0–2 years of experience.

The position offers 8-hour shifts across day/evening/night, 24 hours per week, and a 7,500 USD starting bonus for eligible external talent.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound.
• Graduates of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with 2 years of Diagnostic Ultrasound study.
• Graduates of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with ARDMS registration or registry eligibility.
• 0 to 2 years of diagnostic Sonography experience.

Responsibilities

• Completes procedures per physician orders and department guidelines.
• Identifies patient with two identifiers.
• Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
• Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
• Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
• Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
• Verifies all images have appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
• Provides accurate clerical function using Excellian (EMR) and storage/retrieval systems.
• Communicates with Supervisor and team; reports problems or ideas.

Skills

Diagnostic Sonography experience

Education

Associate's or Vocational degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound

Radiologic Technology program + 2 years of Diagnostic Ultrasound study

Radiologic Technology + ARDMS registered or registry eligible

Job description

Location Address:

303 Catlin StBuffalo, MN 55313-1947

Date Posted:

July 21, 2026

Department:

40006106 Radiology

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

24

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

At Allina Health, our Diagnostic Sonographers are key to delivering accurate, compassionate care through advanced imaging. Join a collaborative organization where your skill, insight and patient connection drive better outcomes every day.

Key Position Details:

**$7,500 starting bonus available for eligible external talent**

• 0.6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period)


• 8-hour day/evening/night shifts (12:30pm-9:00pm and 2:30pm-11:00pm)


• Every other weekend rotation


• Call required

Job Description:

Performs abdominal, small parts, OB/GYN, vascular imaging and provides sonography guidance for interventional procedures, in accordance with department policies and the American College of Radiology (ACR). Uses independent judgment, and has thorough understanding of equipment and positioning to provide optimum service to patients and providers.

Principle Responsibilities

• Completes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
  
  
  
  • Identifies patient with two identifiers.
  
  
  • Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
  
  
  • Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
  
  
  • Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
  
  
  
  


• Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
  
  
  
  • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
  
  
  • Maintains work knowledge and competence.
  
  
  • Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
  
  
  • Verifies all images has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
  
  
  
  


• Provides accurate clerical function
  
  
  
  • Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
  
  
  • Understands the storage and retrieval system.
  
  
  • Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
  
  
  
  


• Communicates with Supervisor and team
  
  
  
  • Reports problems, issues or ideas.
  
  
  • Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
  
  
  
  


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or


• Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or


• Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible


• 0 to 2 years of diagnostic Sonography experience

Licenses/Certifications

• FOR ALL SONOGRAPHY POSITIONS: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required upon hire
  
  
  
  1. Must be registered in one of the following:
  
  
  2. Abdomen (AB)
  
  
  3. Breast (BR)
  
  
  4. Fetal Echocardiography (FE)
  
  
  5. OB/GYN
  
  
  6. Pediatric Sonography (PS)
  
  
  
  


• AHG Clinic Locations and St. Francis Regional Medical Center you must be Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) upon hire


• All hospital locations require Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) within 6 months (Not required for High-Risk Perinatal, or Piper Breast Centers)


• Additionally for Piper Breast Centers:
  
  
  
  1. Piper Breast Center locations require registration in Breast (BR) upon hire or within one year of hire
  
  
  
  


• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below
  
  
  
  1. Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  
  
  2. Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  
  
  3. Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
  
  
  
  

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:


• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $40.08 to $54.93 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental


• PTO/Time Away


• Retirement Savings Plans


• Life Insurance


• Short-term/Long-term Disability


• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)


• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable


• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program


• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.