Sonographer

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off (generous, accruing)

Paid Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification Reimbursemen

Job summary

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois seeks an experienced fetal ultrasound technologist to perform high‑quality obstetric imaging. You will document results in the digital reporting system and share findings with the Maternal‑Fetal Medicine physician.

The role requires knowledge of high‑risk obstetric ultrasound practices, safety standards, and the ability to work across Mercyhealth OB/GYN/MFM offices in Rockford. CPR certification is required and ARDMS in OB/GYN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
• Obstetrical ultrasound experience preferred; high‑risk perinatal experience a plus.
• Ability to learn protocols and systems to work at one of the Mercyhealth OB/GYN/MFM offices in Rockford region.

Responsibilities

• Perform fetal ultrasound examinations.
• Document thoroughly in digital reporting software.
• Communicate history and findings to interpreting MFM physician.
• Operate transducers and adjust factors per ALARA principles for best images.
• Participate in department quality assurance meetings.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Basic PC skills

Ability to manage stress

Decision making under pressure

Education

Accredited diagnostic medical sonography program

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performance of assigned fetal ultrasound examinations.
• Provides thorough and accurate documentation in the digital reporting software.
• Effective communication of verbal history and findings to interpreting Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician.
• Select and operate appropriate ultrasound transducers and adjust technical factors to guarantee patient safety while still obtaining the highest quality ultrasound image possible (abiding by the ALARA, as low as reasonably achievable, principle).
• Participation in department quality assurance meetings.
• Consistently follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of current High-Risk Obstetrical ultrasound practice and guidelines.
• Evaluate equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition and place appropriate work orders when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with other partners to provide the utmost quality in patient care and satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program. Obstetrical ultrasound experience preferred with high-risk of perinatal sonography experience a plus.

Ability to learn protocols and systems so that one can work at a minimum of 1 of the 5 OB/GYN/MFM ultrasound offices in the Rockford region of Mercyhealth System.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Current CPR certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills
• Basic PC skills
• Ability to manage stress appropriately
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

N/A

PAY RANGE:

$36.56 - $54.85

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women