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Sonographer - Peripheral Vascular Lab - PRN at VCU Health

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Job Description

**$6,000 sign-on incentive available for offers accepted prior to February 28, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Sonographer job performs the practice of ultrasonography and is responsible for the administration of high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

Job Description
Core Competencies

Perform all the duties of a Sonographer I.

Capable of providing accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifying that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam.

Capable of performing ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient’s ability and comfort.

Capable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met.

Capable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality.

Capable of notifying the appropriate health care provider when the immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition, or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care.

Expected to timely complete all required post-processing, image display, preliminary reporting, and transfer for physician review.

Expected to demonstrate timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion.

Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on level of competency.

Advanced Competencies

Expected to perform all ultrasound-guided biopsies.

Knowledge and Competency

Experienced and competent in routine and complex studies.

Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards.

Complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment.

Education, Certification & Experience

The position requires certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) as a sonographer ARRT(S) or RDMS or CCI certification in medical sonography or RDCS certification in cardiac sonography or RVT certification as Vascular Technologist. BLS for Healthcare Providers. Must have successfully completed their 6-month orientation.

(Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role.)

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Management Level
Individual Contributor

Job Family
Sonography

Job Category
Clinical Services

Job Classifications
EEO-3A Clinical Services - Clinical Services (EEO Group-United States of America)
EEO-3 Technicians - (EEO Category-United States of America)
Group 3 - (On-Call Group-United States of America)
Onsite - (Onsite/Hybrid/Remote Classification)
Tier 1 - (Employee Referral Bonus Plan)
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Work Shift Required
Work Shift Required
No

Public Job
Yes

Referral Payment Plan
Employee Referral Bonus Plan

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.

Typical mid-level pay: $89k for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$89k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$65k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $123k

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Limited
Mobility
Moderate
Durability
Somewhat fragile

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
High turnover market

Many openings, but pay doesn't scale as much with experience.

+13%
10yr growth
Typical: Associate's degree

Good time to build expertise—demand will chase supply.

Labor data: BLS 2024