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Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer

Sanford Health · Marshfield, WI · $38.00–$52.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you worked closely with a physician on a complex case.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate closely with maternal fetal medicine physicians on complex cases, since accurate diagnosis depends on that teamwork.

How do you take care of yourself after a scan where you find bad news?

What they are checking: Whether they have healthy ways to recover after finding bad news, since high-risk obstetric work brings difficult findings regularly.

This practice is growing with mobile outreach services. How do you feel about traveling to outreach sites?

What they are checking: Whether they are willing to travel to outreach sites, since the department is growing its mobile services and needs flexible sonographers.

How do you keep up with new MFM imaging protocols?

What they are checking: Commitment to learning, which the posting mentions as a benefit of the role.

Would you prefer to be based at Marshfield or Weston, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they have a practical preference between the two campuses the posting lists, so scheduling and commute expectations are clear from the start.

What would you do

You see a possible fetal anomaly during a scan and the patient asks if everything looks okay. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Staying kind and calm while leaving diagnosis to the MFM physician.

A patient is anxious because her last pregnancy ended in loss. How do you make the exam easier for her?

What they are checking: Whether they bring compassion and comfort to an anxious patient after a prior loss, which matters deeply in this sensitive setting.

About the work

Walk me through how you perform a first trimester screen with nuchal translucency measurement.

What they are checking: Precise technique and credentialing knowledge for a measurement where small errors change risk results.

What views do you make sure to get in a detailed anatomy scan?

What they are checking: Whether they know high-risk obstetric protocols well enough to capture every required anatomy view, since missed views can hide serious problems.

How do you handle a scan when maternal body habitus makes imaging difficult?

What they are checking: Whether they can solve technical problems to get diagnostic images in difficult scans, rather than accepting poor images and moving on.

What do you check before doing a fetal echo or Doppler study?

What they are checking: Whether they follow safe, protocol-driven practices for Doppler and fetal echo, keeping exposure to the developing baby as low as possible.

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The full job description

As published by Sanford Health.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 

 Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

 Compensation: Salary Range: $38.00 - $52.00

**This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $20,000**

 Union Position: No

 Department Details Highly specialized MFM Practice including 2MDs and 1 PA. Diverse clinical cases that support continued learning and professional growth. Be part of the growing the department with mobile outreach services. Summary The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer performs specialized, high-risk obstetric ultrasound examinations to support the diagnosis, monitoring, and management of maternal and fetal conditions. This role requires advanced technical expertise, clinical knowledge, and collaboration with maternal-fetal medicine physicians and interdisciplinary teams. Job Description This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $20,000!! **Candidates can be located at either the Marshfield or Weston campus** Perform comprehensive obstetric ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols, including first trimester screening and nuchal translucency, detailed fetal anatomic surveys (Level II), fetal growth assessments and biophysical profiles, and advanced Doppler studies on but not limited to umbilical artery, middle cerebral artery, uterine artery, and ductus venosus for multiple gestations. May perform routine obstetric exams in addition to high-risk maternal fetal medicine exams depending on location. Acquire and optimize high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to as low as reasonably achievable principles. Recognize normal and abnormal maternal-fetal anatomy and physiology; promptly communicate significant findings to the interpreting physician. Assist with invasive procedures, including but not limited to amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling. Accurately document exam findings, measurements, and patient information as appropriate, in the electronic medical record in a timely manner. Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and care teams to support comprehensive patient care and workflow efficiency. Maintain proficiency in evolving MFM imaging techniques, technologies, and clinical best practices. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (e.g., American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine/American College of Radiology as applicable) and departmental quality initiatives. Assist with accreditation when applicable. Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care, demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity in high-risk and emotionally complex situations. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma. In leu of education must have one-year equivalent work experience. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with OB/GYN specialty from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required. Nuchal Translucency (NT) and cervical length certifications required within 1 year of hire. Credentialed in Fetal Echocardiography from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within 3 years of hire. [MH2.1][KF2.2] If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required. For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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