Care & Presence
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Machine plus human interpretation workflow.
AI Risk Score: 3/10
Score is our body/liability/scarcity rubric, calibrated against public AI-exposure research.
Data last reviewed: 2026-02-25
What you actually do
Operate ultrasound equipment to capture diagnostic images and assist clinicians.
Why AI does not easily replace it
Image quality depends on probe technique, patient handling, and context-dependent decisions.
What it pays
$64,000 - $102,000
BLS OOH: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiovascular Technologists (May 2024 pay)
Salary benchmark year: 2024
How to get in
Accredited sonography program + credentialing exams.
Estimated time to entry: ~24 months (path-dependent).
State-by-state training and licensing links
Where demand is growing
Strong demand in obstetrics, cardiology, and outpatient imaging.
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