Sonographer Jobs in Missouri
Sonographer jobs in Missouri are concentrated in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where large health systems like BJC HealthCare, Saint Luke's Health System, and Mercy Health maintain active imaging departments with openings at every level from new graduate to lead sonographer. Cardiac, vascular, and obstetric ultrasound are consistently the most in-demand specialties, driven by the region's growing cardiovascular and women's health programs. Missouri sits among the more active Midwest markets for diagnostic imaging hiring. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer for an evening shift assignment requiring an ARDMS registry and 1+ years of experience.
Details
- Sonography/Ultrasound department performing diagnostic sonograms for radiologist interpretation
- Assist radiologist in performance of interventional ultrasound-guided procedures
- Evening shift 5x8, Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM
- No call, no weekends, no holidays required
- Uses EPIC EMR
Requirements
- Must hold at least 1 applicable ARDMS registry (abdomen certification preferred)
- License required if applicable
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in sonography
- Graduate of an accredited school of sonography with completed required clinical hours
- Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1
Additional Information
- Provide patient care consistent with Mercy's mission, values, and service standards
- Black scrub color required
- Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at a reduced bill rate
- Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before requiring a 1-year separation or transfer to a facility outside the radius
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer for an evening shift assignment requiring an ARDMS registry and 1+ years of experience.
Details
- Sonography/Ultrasound department performing diagnostic sonograms for radiologist interpretation
- Assist radiologist in performance of interventional ultrasound-guided procedures
- Evening shift 5x8, Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM
- No call, no weekends, no holidays required
- Uses EPIC EMR
Requirements
- Must hold at least 1 applicable ARDMS registry (abdomen certification preferred)
- License required if applicable
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in sonography
- Graduate of an accredited school of sonography with completed required clinical hours
- Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1
Additional Information
- Provide patient care consistent with Mercy's mission, values, and service standards
- Black scrub color required
- Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at a reduced bill rate
- Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before requiring a 1-year separation or transfer to a facility outside the radius
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Sonographer Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- SSM Health12
- Mercy11
- University of Missouri Health Care7
- BJC HealthCare5
- Boone Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sonographer jobs across Missouri.
- ARDMS or CCI certification in a recognized sonography specialty required or strongly preferred
- Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical scanning experience in a hospital or outpatient setting
- Proficiency in abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, or cardiac ultrasound modalities
- Strong working knowledge of ultrasound equipment and PACS systems
- BLS certification required prior to or upon hire
Sonographer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sonographer in Missouri?
Missouri does not issue a separate state license for sonographers, so the primary credential is national certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Most employers require completing an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program, which typically leads to an associate or bachelor's degree, followed by passing a registry exam in your chosen specialty such as abdomen, OB/GYN, or vascular before or shortly after hire.
How much do sonographers make in Missouri?
Sonographers in Missouri earn a median of about $100,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,820 for the lowest 10% to over $106,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire sonographers in Missouri?
Missouri sonographer roles are posted by SSM Health, Mercy, and University of Missouri Health Care and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems and regional community hospitals account for the bulk of postings, with outpatient imaging centers and cardiology practices rounding out steady demand.
Which Missouri cities have the most sonographer jobs?
St. Louis, Columbia, and Joplin lead Missouri for sonographer openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the highest volume thanks to their major academic medical centers and multi-hospital health systems, while Springfield anchors the southwest region through Mercy and CoxHealth, which together operate several imaging facilities across the Ozarks.
Are there remote sonographer jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 11% of sonographer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The exceptions tend to be tele-ultrasound quality review, education, or supervisory positions where the core work involves reading, coaching, or administrative oversight rather than direct patient scanning.
How can I get hired as a sonographer in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to sonography internship or new-graduate programs at Missouri's large health systems. BJC HealthCare, Mercy, and Saint Luke's have historically brought on candidates who are registry-eligible but not yet fully certified, pairing them with senior sonographers during onboarding. Applying for a sonography student extern role while still in your accredited program is common. Holding a current BLS card, completing your ARDMS general physics registry, and accumulating clinical hours in your program give you a competitive edge at the application stage.
Where can I find and apply to sonographer jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to sonographer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Search the listings, find the roles that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to whichever ones fit your situation.
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