Ultrasonographer Jobs

An Ultrasonographer, also known as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, uses ultrasound equipment to produce images or conduct tests for physicians to aid in assessing and diagnosing medical conditions. The images they create, known as sonograms or ultrasound scans, can involve various parts of the body, such as the abdomen, heart, blood vessels, and female reproductive system. An Ultrasonographer in the radiology field has the crucial role of helping determine the nature of a patient's illness by operating complex medical instruments, ensuring patient comfort, and interpreting the images for doctors.

To become an effective Ultrasonographer, individuals must have a keen eye for detail, strong technical and problem-solving skills, and excellent hand-eye coordination. They should also possess good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients and medical staff effectively. A certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is typically required, which validates their competency and skills in the field. Before becoming an Ultrasonographer, a person would usually have roles such as a Radiologic Technologist, Ultrasound Technician, or even a Nurse, which provide valuable patient care experience and familiarity with medical environments.

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UNC Health

Ultrasound Tech

Displays awareness of needle/catheter location, positioning Education Requirements: Completion of a twelve (12) month program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound....

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Prepares patient for vascular ultrasound exam; positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures; explains procedures in layman's terms to relieve patient...

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Nebraska Health Imaging

PRN Sonographer

EDUCATION : Must be a graduate of an approved program of diagnostic sonography....

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Requirements EDUCATION : Must be a graduate of an approved program of diagnostic sonography....

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LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Must be registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or ARRT (S)....

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Nebraska Health Imaging

Sonographer I

EDUCATION : Must be a graduate of an approved program of diagnostic sonography....

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UCONN Health Imaging

Sonographer - part-time (Outpatient)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Must be registered through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-S)....

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Ultrasound Technician

  • Patriot Mobile Imaging, LLC
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago

cardiac ultrasound, stress echo, and fetal echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification Proficiency in Doppler ultrasound and imaging techniques Ability to perform...

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Requirements EDUCATION : Must be a graduate of an approved program of diagnostic sonography....

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Advanced Medical Imaging

Sonographer- PRN

Advanced Medical Imaging is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our patient-focused team!...

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The Imaging Center at Wolf River is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our patient-focused team!...

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Emerson Health

Diagnostic Sonographer

Produces and evaluates ultrasound images and related data. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of an educational program that meets eligibility for ARDMS registry....

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Sonography-related certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists...

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Ultrasound Tech Student, PRN

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Athens, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 2 days ago

Performs ultrasound imaging such as pelvic, abdominal, small parts, and routine vascular examinations (ex., peripheral vascular [arterial and venous], renal, aorta/iliac, and carotid artery) and may...

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Ultrasound Tech, PRN

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Athens, GA
  • 23 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 23 days ago

(6) months of employment. within 180 Days Required and (BR) ARDMS or ARRT - Breast Sonography - Breast Licensure requirement for Breast Ultrasound can be met with registration through ARRT (BS) Required...

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Salary for Ultrasonographer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Ultrasonographers offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
Master's Degree
5.5%
High School or GED
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Ultrasonographers
1-2 years
57.2%
2-4 years
15.5%
None
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.7%


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