Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Code: 29-2032.00
Also known as: Cardiac Sonographer, Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Medical Sonographer, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Sonographer, Staff Sonographer, Ultrasonographer, Ultrasound Technician (Ultrasound Tech), Ultrasound Technologist (Ultrasound Tech)
Description: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers are meticulous imaging specialists who obtain patient images using sound waves. These professionals must pay careful attention to the imaging screen as they scan patients. By doing so, they can better differentiate healthy and unhealthy areas for further diagnosis.
Typical wages
| 10% | $53,790 |
| 25% | $63,020 |
| Median | $75,920 |
| 75% | $90,940 |
| 90% | $105,340 |
| 10% | $25.86 |
| 25% | $30.3 |
| Median | $36.5 |
| 75% | $43.72 |
| 90% | $50.65 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
74,300 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
86,800 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 5,100 |