Ultrasound Technologist - Lead

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

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Sonographer – Lead operates imaging equipment and software, mostly ultrasound equipment, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsibilities include coordinating daily workflow and serving as lead when leadership is unavailable. This role requires proficiency in operating imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. The Lead Sonographer position also requires a strong commitment to patient care, technical expertise, and collaborative communication with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Sonography and completed required clinical hours

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Sonographer – Lead operates imaging equipment and software, mostly ultrasound equipment, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsibilities include coordinating daily workflow and serving as lead when leadership is unavailable. This role requires proficiency in operating imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. The Lead Sonographer position also requires a strong commitment to patient care, technical expertise, and collaborative communication with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.

Position Details

Minimum Requirements:

Education: 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 within the applicable work area; Basic Life Support (BLS)

In the state of Arkansas, ARDMS-RVT OR CCI-RVS OR ARRT-VS may be required within 12 months of hire and/or transfer depending on scope of role.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage schedules, and coordinate daily operations.
• Capability to make informed decisions regarding imaging procedures, patient care, and team management.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, such as performing imaging procedures while supervising team members.
• Knowledge in proficiency producing diagnostic images with the ability to recognize technical abnormalities
• Knowledge of a variety of advanced procedures as applicable
• Knowledge of safe & proper machine operation, machine emergency procedures and radiation safety procedures.
• Knowledge of protocols and ability to make adjustments as needed
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Ultrasound Technologist