Sonographer II

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Sonographer II to provide specialized imaging services across outpatient and inpatient settings. You will perform diagnostic ultrasound, facilitate safe, high‑quality testing, and collaborate with Providers to support patient care.

Compensation may include sign‑on and relocation assistance if outside 100 miles. The role emphasizes advanced imaging techniques, teaching responsibilities with students, and ongoing quality assurance within a dynamic imaging department at OU

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an ARDMS/ARRT/CCI‑accredited program.
• 3–5 years of sonography experience required.
• Current BLS from AHA and one ARDMS/ARRT credential on hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes advanced skill set to perform diagnostic imaging under limited supervision.
• Ensures testing meets high quality standards with patient‑centred care.
• Prepares patients and reviews clinical history for tests.
• Transfers images/data to the electronic health system and prepares studies for physician reporting.
• Serves as departmental preceptor to mentor new team members and support onboarding.
• Supports teaching of students in OU Health radiologic programs.
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement tasks.

Skills

Radiologic technology

Anatomy & physiology

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

PACS/EMR

Job description

Position Title:

Sonographer II

Department:

Adult Ultrasound

Job Description:

Including a possible sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance if you are located outside of 100 miles.

We even offer up to $25,000 in student loan repayment for our Imaging professionals.

General Description:

The Sonographer II is an experienced sonographer who provides specialized imaging services to OU Health patients to aid Providers in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of simple to complex conditions, defects and/or diseases. This position is intended for experienced Sonographers who are able to independently provide exceptional patient care while working towards expertise in the discipline.Work may be performed in an outpatient or inpatient environment across OU Health locations.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Utilizes advanced skill set and knowledge to perform diagnostic imaging on patient as ordered by a care provider under limited supervision.

• Ensures testing is performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.

• Prepares patients for procedures and reviews clinical history to align with provider-ordered tests.

• Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.

• Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.

• Utilizes a variety of highly specialized imaging and ultrasound equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic imaging in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.

• Conducts post-testing quality reviews without assistance to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.

• Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.

• Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.

• Ensures that technical quality of performed testing meets established protocols and applicable accreditation standards.

• Serves as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members. Assists with onboarding of new team members.

• Supports OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.

• Assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as assigned.

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge by preparing and presenting in-service trainings as requested by leadership.

• May administer contrast per protocol.

• Ensures timely patient care by providing adequate time slots for daily appointments and working at a pace that supports the daily schedule.

• Provides On-Call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled duty hours on weekdays, weekends and holidays as assigned.

• May Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and quality assurance methods.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited sonography or imaging/radiology program as defined by ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI.

Experience: 3-5 years sonography experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) AND one of the following certifications issued by ARDMS or ARRT is required upon hire: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Pediatric Sonography (PS), Registered Vascular Technologist (VT), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography (AE), Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (MSKS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (S)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skill in applying principles of radiologic technology, medical imaging, positioning of patients and medical ethics.

• Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology related to sonography and radiologic technologies associated with imaging specialty credentialed to perform.

• Demonstrates advanced ability and skill to apply theory, practices and techniques to perform, post-process, analyze and annotate study data or procedure documentation independently.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and patient populations served

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.

• Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments

• Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations

• Strong ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effective with others.

• Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.

• Strong ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

• Ability to work and solve problems with limited supervision.

• Ability to train and mentor others.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.