"Advanced Sonographer"

Advanced Sonographer

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Radiology - Pediatric Radiology

Position #: 00843336 - Requisition #38631

Job Summary:

The Radiology Department at University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Radiology and Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) is seeking an Advanced Sonographer (APS) to function as a physician extender in a 600+ bed hospital system. Working under the delegated authority of supervising physicians, the APS performs an advanced scope of diagnostic pediatric ultrasound examinations with a high level of clinical autonomy and expertise.

This role also includes mentoring and supervising pediatric sonographers, contributing to clinical research efforts, and educating medical staff on the principles and applications of pediatric sonographic technology. The APS plays a critical role in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, supporting clinical decision-making, and promoting excellence in pediatric ultrasound imaging across the care team.

Work Location: This role is expected to work on-site at the CHCO Anschutz Campus in Aurora, CO.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years full-time clinical ultrasound experience including at least three (3) years performing pediatric imaging examinations
• Registration with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), including current and active member of ADRMS with specialty certifications in Abdominal, Vascular, and Pediatrics.
• Extensive clinical experience in providing sonography services and demonstrated ability to mentor and support staff sonographers
• Must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) prior to hire and/or placement in job.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs used for image examination viewing and interpretation, documentation, and report generation

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review ultrasound images with sonographers upon completion of their clinical examination for appropriateness, image quality, and protocol completion
2. Review patient clinical history, including signs and symptoms, to ensure complete patient history and aid in appropriate billing of examination
3. Interfaces with clinical providers as needed to clarify appropriate imaging indications
4. Review prior relevant reports and imaging studies including prior ultrasounds, CT's, MRI's, PET's, and Nuclear Medicine studies
5. Provide scanning assistance for technically challenging and/or complicated exams. Authorize patient release or rescan patient to resolve diagnostic questions
6. Provide real-time quality assurance feedback and coordinate department-level quality-improvement initiatives. Participates in departmental QA program to provide sonographers with feedback from radiologists.
7. Synthesize sonography examination results and prepare draft report in the radiologic dictation system
8. Assist with new sonographer onboarding and trainee education
9. Oversight of new service lines and communication of protocol changes to ultrasound staff
10. Independently perform advanced techniques such as contrast-enhanced ultrasound and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
11. Facilitate clinical and translational research activities
12. Perform additional advanced sonography services as delegated by the supervising physician, consistent with education, training, and facility protocols, policies, and procedures

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received on or before January 15th, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range: HIRING RANGE: $95,022 to $142,533