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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Use sound waves to perform diagnostic imaging exams on patients.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Well above the statewide median
$43.81 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Well above statewide average
Growth rate:  19%    Read more about outlook

Education:

Associate's degree is typically required.

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Implement advanced life support techniques.
  • Position patients for treatment or examination.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
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Job Title Examples:

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Ultrasound Technologist
Sonographer

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages   This career pays well above the median wage.

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $43.81
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers *

Area Low Median High
U S
$34.24 $40.61 $48.6
Minnesota
$40.65 $43.81 $48.75
Central Minnesota
$39.11 $41.54 $49.78
Northeast Minnesota
$38.27 $40.15 $45.28
Northwest Minnesota
$38.8 $40.75 $47.36
Southeast Minnesota
$40.11 $43.13 $46.48
Southwest Minnesota
$38.32 $39.59 $48.28
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$41.18 $44.92 $49.18

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 1570 workers employed in this small career.

Where do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers most often work?

 

Current Demand

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