Illinois Central College Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Apprentice May 2026 Graduates - OSF HealthCare

Summary

Selected participants, while enrolled in the Illinois Central College Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Program, will work 4 hours/week in an eligible Sonography unit as an Ultrasound Apprentice and will also receive an apprentice bonus to help cover living expenses. 

Program Goal

An Apprentice will have support for the academic progression and clinical competence by working beside an experienced OSF ultrasound technologist to gain real clinical experience that will assist in successful completion of the sonography program before transitioning into a full-time Ultrasound Technologist role at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.

Eligibility

Participants must be enrolled into the Illinois Central College Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program for the Fall 2024 semester. 

Starting pay for this position is $16.83/hour.

POSITION SUMMARY:

​The Radiology Assistant I transports patients to and from the Medical Imaging Department, prepares patients for their imaging exam, assists the technologists with care of the patient as needed, and provides clerical support to the department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma/ GED. Must be enrolled in the Illinois Central College accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Program where an Associate Degree will be awarded.

Experience: N/A

Licensure/ Certification: BLS from the American Heart Association

Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: N/A

Experience: N/A

Licensure/ Certification: Certificate of Radiology Assistant

Other Skills/ Knowledge: N/A

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.