Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
SOC Code: 29-2032
Diagnostic Medical Sonographerss observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 74.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening.
AI-Proof Score: 74.0 — High
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Median Salary
$89,340
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Job Growth
13.0%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Active Listening
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Speaking
- •Social Perceptiveness
- •Critical Thinking
- •Monitoring
Common Tasks
- ✓Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
- ✓Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.
- ✓Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.
- ✓Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.
- ✓Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation