Sonographer I

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc. is seeking an ultrasound technologist to perform comprehensive imaging across emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

You will conduct abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, and small parts exams, assist with ultrasound-guided procedures, and maintain current credentials to meet accreditation standards. You will ensure accurate documentation, verify orders, and adapt interactions with diverse patients while upholding safety and infection control

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program with a high school diploma.
• 0–2 years in healthcare, clinical setting preferred.
• Current BLS and ARDMS or CCI certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams (abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, small parts).
• Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures.
• Maintains equipment and documentation, ensures safety and infection control.
• Reviews orders, verifies patient identity, and documents clinical history.
• Explains procedures to patients and families and provides support.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Radiology safety

Education

High school diploma and accredited ultrasound program

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing comprehensive ultrasound imaging in emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings. Conducts a wide range of sonographic exams including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, vascular, and pediatric-specific studies. Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures and musculoskeletal imaging as needed. Maintains current professional credentials to ensure compliance with accreditation standards. Ensures diagnostic imaging to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.

Essential Functions

• Performs a wide variety of ultrasound/echo exams and consistently obtains diagnostic-quality imaging.
• Adapts imaging techniques and clinical interactions to meet each patient’s specific needs.
• Reviews orders, verifies patient identity, and obtains and documents clinical history.
• Explains procedures to patients and families, providing physical and psychological support.
• Operates and maintains ultrasound equipment, demonstrating effective knobology and assisting during procedures, including urgent and surgical cases.
• Adheres to all enterprise and departmental policies, protocols, and infection control standards, including equipment cleaning, disinfection, and safety requirements.
• Maintains accurate records, completes required documentation, and manages electronic systems and departmental paperwork.
• Maintains current credentials, certifications, and continuing education requirements, and adheres to professional appearance standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma and graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Working Conditions

• Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 lbs (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 lbs (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs (Regular, >50% of the time).
• Standing or walking with objects up to 25 lbs (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Repetitive motion (Regular, >50% of the time).
• Working at heights above 4 feet (Never).
• Working in confined spaces (Never).
• Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Job-related travel (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Loud noises (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Temperature extremes (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Radiation (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Burns (Never).
• Cuts / punctures (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Bloodborne or airborne pathogens (Intermittent, 10%–50% of the time).
• Recombinant DNA or viral vectors (Never).
• Combative or violent people (Occasional, <10% of the time).
• Animal handling (including carcasses) (Never).

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as scanning and typing). Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts / punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

Department: Director, Imaging

Shift: Time
Type: Full time