Lead Ultrasound Technologist: Shape Imaging & Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plans with matching

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri seeks a Lead Sonographer to operate ultrasound imaging equipment, coordinate daily workflow, and serve as a lead when leadership is unavailable. The role focuses on patient-centered care, technical excellence, and collaborative communication with the health team.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Sonography program with clinical hours, 2 years of experience or a Bachelor degree, state licensure if required, and ARDMS/ARRT/CCI certifications plus BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Sonography and completed required clinical hours.
• Experience: 2 years of relevant experience OR graduate of Bachelor degree program.
• License: State licensure may be required depending on the specific state of practice.
• Certifications/Registrations: ARDMS/ARRT/CCI and 2 applicable advanced registries/certifications; Basic Life Support (BLS).
• In Arkansas, ARDMS-RVT or CCI-RVS or ARRT-VS may be required within 12 months of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment and software, primarily ultrasound, to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Coordinate daily workflow and act as lead when leadership is unavailable.
• Maintain patient safety and high-quality imaging standards.
• Collaborate with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Skills

Leadership

Team communication

Decision making

Multitasking

Patient care

Education

Accredited school of Sonography

Bachelor degree (optional)

Tools

ARDMS/ARRT/CCI certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Mercy in Missouri seeks a Lead Sonographer to operate ultrasound imaging equipment, coordinate daily workflow, and serve as a lead when leadership is unavailable. The role focuses on patient-centered care, technical excellence, and collaborative communication with the health team.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Sonography program with clinical hours, 2 years of experience or a Bachelor degree, state licensure if required, and ARDMS/ARRT/CCI certifications plus BLS.