Sonographer Jobs in Tennessee
Sonographer jobs in Tennessee are active across hospital systems, outpatient imaging centers, cardiology practices, and women's health clinics, with openings at every level from entry-level general sonographer through senior lead positions. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville drive the bulk of hiring, anchored by large employers like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, and Covenant Health. Vascular sonography, echocardiography, and OB/GYN ultrasound are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB SUMMARY
This position provides Ultrasound Imaging of a quality nature while providing exceptional customer service. The sonographer will also assist the Radiologist with exams and correlate care for the patient with other technologists.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs all Ultrasound procedures.
- If in a float position, must be available to work at any of HMA’s Imaging locations
- Adheres to Ultrasound quality control standards.
- Management of Imaging records.
- Triage patients to ensure productive departmental flow.
- Record health history of patients; note abnormal conditions for physician; prepare patients for exams and procedures.
- Maintain adequate stock levels of supplies.
- Set up and stock exam rooms for daily use; keep rooms and equipment clean between procedures.
- Follow clinic policies for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious/hazardous waste materials.
- Adhere to Quality Control Guidelines.
- Adhere to Service Standards.
- Perform other tasks as needed.
- Must have predictable and consistent attendance
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Ultrasonography Program
- Certification with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Maintain licensure by completing 30 ultrasound related CME credits every 3 years
- Minimum 3 years experience and Vascular Registry Required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for Ultrasound to provide excellent patient care and treatment
- Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
- Skill in using various types if equipment for examination and treatment procedures
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
- Ability to maintain quality control standards
- Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situation
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Computer knowledge required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to stand for 8 to 10 hours a day.
- Requires regular walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
- Must be able to lift at least 10-15lbs.
- Must be able to assist patients with transfers from chair to wheelchair, to exam tables, and back to wheelchair/chair.
- Must be able to assist patient with turning/positioning on exam table.
- Must be able to push patient in wheelchair.
- Must be able to manipulate objects—reaching, grasping, handling.
- Must exhibit good communication skills—understand, respond and translate into action.
- Clinical setting; exposure to communicable diseases, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
JOB SUMMARY
This position provides Ultrasound Imaging of a quality nature while providing exceptional customer service. The sonographer will also assist the Radiologist with exams and correlate care for the patient with other technologists.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs all Ultrasound procedures.
- If in a float position, must be available to work at any of HMA’s Imaging locations
- Adheres to Ultrasound quality control standards.
- Management of Imaging records.
- Triage patients to ensure productive departmental flow.
- Record health history of patients; note abnormal conditions for physician; prepare patients for exams and procedures.
- Maintain adequate stock levels of supplies.
- Set up and stock exam rooms for daily use; keep rooms and equipment clean between procedures.
- Follow clinic policies for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious/hazardous waste materials.
- Adhere to Quality Control Guidelines.
- Adhere to Service Standards.
- Perform other tasks as needed.
- Must have predictable and consistent attendance
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Ultrasonography Program
- Certification with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Maintain licensure by completing 30 ultrasound related CME credits every 3 years
- Minimum 3 years experience and Vascular Registry Required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for Ultrasound to provide excellent patient care and treatment
- Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
- Skill in using various types if equipment for examination and treatment procedures
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
- Ability to maintain quality control standards
- Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situation
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Computer knowledge required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to stand for 8 to 10 hours a day.
- Requires regular walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
- Must be able to lift at least 10-15lbs.
- Must be able to assist patients with transfers from chair to wheelchair, to exam tables, and back to wheelchair/chair.
- Must be able to assist patient with turning/positioning on exam table.
- Must be able to push patient in wheelchair.
- Must be able to manipulate objects—reaching, grasping, handling.
- Must exhibit good communication skills—understand, respond and translate into action.
- Clinical setting; exposure to communicable diseases, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sonographer jobs across Tennessee.
- ARDMS registration or ARRT sonography credential recognized by Tennessee employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in diagnostic medical sonography or a related field
- Proficiency operating ultrasound equipment across at least one primary specialty modality
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to perform extended patient positioning and transducer pressure throughout a shift
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting findings to clinical teams
Sonographer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sonographer in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued sonographer license, so employers use national credentials as the hiring standard. Most positions require registration through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists sonography pathway. You'll need to complete an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program, typically an associate or bachelor's degree, before sitting for the credentialing exam. Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited programs in Tennessee are eligible to sit immediately after completing their degree.
How much do sonographers make in Tennessee?
Sonographers in Tennessee earn a median of about $80,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,220 for the lowest 10% to over $101,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire sonographers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring sonographers in Tennessee right now include Vanderbilt Health, Covenant Health, and TriStar Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Tennessee's concentration of large academic medical centers, regional health systems, and independent cardiology and women's health practices means openings appear across the state at a consistent pace year-round.
Which Tennessee cities have the most sonographer jobs?
Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga have the most sonographer openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its dense cluster of hospital systems and outpatient imaging groups, while Memphis and Knoxville are driven by major academic and regional medical centers that maintain large imaging departments and recruit continuously for multiple modalities.
How can I get hired as a sonographer in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate positions at large Tennessee health systems that regularly onboard candidates who have completed an accredited program but lack post-graduate experience. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Covenant Health, and regional systems affiliated with HCA Healthcare in Nashville run structured imaging orientations designed for new credentialed graduates. Candidates coming from radiologic technologist or cardiovascular technician roles often transition into sonography with relative ease. Holding your ARDMS credential before applying, even without clinical years, gives you a clear edge over uncredentialed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to sonographer jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to sonographer jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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