Allina Health

Diagnostic Sonographer

Allina Health$90K — $123K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or equivalent experience
  • 0 to 2 years Diagnostic Sonography experience
  • ARDMS registered or registry eligible in relevant areas
  • BLS certification from American Heart Association or equivalent
  • Requires registration in applicable specialties upon hire or within a specified timeframe

Responsibilities

  • Complete procedures per physician orders and department policies
  • Perform ultrasound imaging accurately and efficiently
  • Document all procedural aspects accurately in the system
  • Communicate effectively with Supervisor and team members
  • Ensure a safe environment for patients during procedures
  • Assist with clerical duties in the electronic medical record
  • Gather information to aid in the interpretation of imaging results

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits including vision and critical illness
  • Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education support
  • Student Loan Support Benefits for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Full Job Description
Location Address:

Date Posted:
July 10, 2026
Department:
46006106 Radiology
Shift:
Permanent Nights (United States of America)
Shift Length:
12 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
36
Union Contract:
SEIU-8-St Francis Technical-TSF
Weekend Rotation:
Every Weekend
Job Summary:
Performs abdominal, small parts, OB/GYN, vascular imaging and provides sonography guidance for interventional procedures, in accordance with department policies and the American College of Radiology (ACR). Uses independent judgment, and has thorough understanding of equipment and positioning to provide optimum service to patients and providers.

Principle Responsibilities
  • Completes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
    • Identifies patient with two identifiers.
    • Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
    • Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
    • Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
  • Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
    • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
    • Maintains work knowledge and competence.
    • Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
    • Verifies all images has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
  • Provides accurate clerical function
    • Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
    • Understands the storage and retrieval system.
    • Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
  • Communicates with Supervisor and team
    • Reports problems, issues or ideas.
    • Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications
  • Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or
  • Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or
  • Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible
  • 0 to 2 years Diagnostic Sonography experience


Licenses/Certifications
  • FOR ALL SONOGRAPHY POSITIONS: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required upon hire
    • Must be registered in one of the following:
    • Abdomen (AB)
    • Breast (BR)
    • Fetal Echocardiography (FE)
    • OB/GYN
    • Pediatric Sonography (PS)
  • AHG Clinic Locations and St. Francis Regional Medical Center you must be Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) upon hire
  • All hospital locations require Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) within 6 months (Not required for High-Risk Perinatal, or Piper Breast Centers)
  • Additionally for Piper Breast Centers:
    • Piper Breast Center locations require registration in Breast (BR) upon hire or within one year of hire
  • Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below
    • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
    • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
    • Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)


Physical Demands
  • Medium Work*:
  • Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently


Pay Range

Pay Range: $43.53 to $59.23 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Benefits include:
  • Medical/Dental
  • PTO/Time Away
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term/Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
  • Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
  • Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer


*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

About Allina Health

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health care system headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Allina Health provides care throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin through its 12 hospitals, 50+ clinics, and specialty care centers.
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