Sonographer
Company: CHI Memorial Hospital Georgia
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: March 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities 2nd shift with
on call and Holidays requirements The Staff Sonographer performs
departmental ultrasound examinations, assists the radiologists
during procedures, produces high quality images. Serves the
following age – specific patient populations: pediatrics,
adolescents, adults and geriatrics. 1. Uses two patient identifiers
2. Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy 3. Performs
the correct exam 4. Includes all anatomy required to produce an
adequate exam. 5. Practices safe use of Cidex when cleaning probes
6. Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload. 7.
Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no
conflicts of exams. 8. Assesses the doctor’s order and the
patient’s diagnosis to determine optimal images. 9. Assesses
patient’s condition, comfort, and safety during procedures. 10.
Observes and reports to physician any change in patient’s condition
during the procedure. 11. Communicates accurate patient information
in a timely manner to peers, physicians, and other departments. 12.
Uses all diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment within
safe limits. 13. Other duties as assigned by management. Job
Requirements High School graduate or equivalent Graduate of an
accredited Ultrasound program Registered/registry eligible in ARDMS
Must be registered within 1 year of hiring AHA BLS Where You'll
Work CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning,
not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to
the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of
Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care,
from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services
specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and
orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top
prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report,
PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of
the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve
Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of
4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Pay Range
$27.35 - $38.26 /hour
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