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Vascular Sonographer green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition. Hospitals and imaging centers with active recruitment pipelines regularly sponsor qualified foreign sonographers for permanent residency, making this a realistic pathway for credentialed professionals with ARDMS or ARRT certification.
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Part time
SHIFT:
Rotating Shift
DESCRIPTION:
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - General and Vascular
LOCATION: Chelsea Hospital
SCHEDULE: Contingent/PRN, Rotating Shifts
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - General and Vascular performs a full range of noninvasive vascular and general ultrasound procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols. Using advanced sonographic techniques and equipment, this role supports the radiologist and/or supervising RVT with diagnostic imaging, assists with ultrasound guided procedures and ensures a safe and professional environment for patients. The sonographer provides patient centered care across all age groups while supporting departmental goals related to quality safety education and continuous improvement.
WHAT THE DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER WILL NEED:
- Completion of an accredited Medical Sonography program
- Minimum 1 year of general clinical sonography work preferred
- Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with a minimum of one certification OR Registry-eligible with certification within one year of date of hire
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Must have in-depth knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Must have the ability to produce and evaluate quality images
- One year as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred
WHAT THE DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER WILL DO:
- Explain ultrasound procedures to patients in order to allay apprehensions and elicit cooperation using care, courtesy, tact, and empathy.
- Review patients' charts and results from previous ultrasound examinations or other diagnostic studies, records patients' personal and medical information.
- Perform diagnostic procedures by adjusting, manipulating and controlling a variety of complex ultrasound equipment and accessories.
- Consult with the radiologist and experienced associates to determine the need for additional images for comprehensive interpretation.
- Schedule examinations and perform related clerical duties such as answering telephones and locating prior imaging and reports.
- Assist in the performance of aspiration, biopsy or operating room procedures maintaining sterilization, isolation and infection control techniques to prevent contamination.
- Maintain documentation of infection control procedures and activities. Abide by Infection Control policy relating to Intracavitary probe disinfection, to include all accurate documentation within the department at each location worked.
- Take initiative to improve overall staff education via in-services, article distributions with peers, student’s one-on-one training sessions, and assisting with new employee Orientation/Training as assigned.
- Adapt and cooperate with schedule changes and location changes. Rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as deemed appropriate by management, including assignments to other campuses.
TOTAL REWARDS AND BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
- Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
- Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
- Tuition Reimbursement
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Part time
SHIFT:
Rotating Shift
DESCRIPTION:
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - General and Vascular
LOCATION: Chelsea Hospital
SCHEDULE: Contingent/PRN, Rotating Shifts
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - General and Vascular performs a full range of noninvasive vascular and general ultrasound procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols. Using advanced sonographic techniques and equipment, this role supports the radiologist and/or supervising RVT with diagnostic imaging, assists with ultrasound guided procedures and ensures a safe and professional environment for patients. The sonographer provides patient centered care across all age groups while supporting departmental goals related to quality safety education and continuous improvement.
WHAT THE DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER WILL NEED:
- Completion of an accredited Medical Sonography program
- Minimum 1 year of general clinical sonography work preferred
- Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with a minimum of one certification OR Registry-eligible with certification within one year of date of hire
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Must have in-depth knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Must have the ability to produce and evaluate quality images
- One year as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred
WHAT THE DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER WILL DO:
- Explain ultrasound procedures to patients in order to allay apprehensions and elicit cooperation using care, courtesy, tact, and empathy.
- Review patients' charts and results from previous ultrasound examinations or other diagnostic studies, records patients' personal and medical information.
- Perform diagnostic procedures by adjusting, manipulating and controlling a variety of complex ultrasound equipment and accessories.
- Consult with the radiologist and experienced associates to determine the need for additional images for comprehensive interpretation.
- Schedule examinations and perform related clerical duties such as answering telephones and locating prior imaging and reports.
- Assist in the performance of aspiration, biopsy or operating room procedures maintaining sterilization, isolation and infection control techniques to prevent contamination.
- Maintain documentation of infection control procedures and activities. Abide by Infection Control policy relating to Intracavitary probe disinfection, to include all accurate documentation within the department at each location worked.
- Take initiative to improve overall staff education via in-services, article distributions with peers, student’s one-on-one training sessions, and assisting with new employee Orientation/Training as assigned.
- Adapt and cooperate with schedule changes and location changes. Rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as deemed appropriate by management, including assignments to other campuses.
TOTAL REWARDS AND BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
- Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
- Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
- Tuition Reimbursement
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Vascular Sonographer
Verify your credentials transfer cleanly
ARDMS or ARRT certification is the U.S. standard for vascular sonographers. If you trained abroad, confirm your credentials are recognized before applying. Some employers require credential evaluation through a USCIS-accepted foreign equivalency service to satisfy the PERM recruitment documentation requirements.
Search for employers with PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify hospitals and imaging centers that have sponsored vascular sonographers through the green card process. Employers with established PERM pipelines move faster and understand the recruitment and prevailing-wage documentation the DOL requires.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC prevailing rates
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location under the PERM process. Run your title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you can confirm the salary meets DOL requirements before filing begins.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 for your profile
If you hold a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive sonography experience, you may qualify under EB-2. A bachelor's degree alone typically routes you to EB-3. Your category affects priority dates and backlog exposure, particularly if you're a national of a high-demand country.
File your I-485 as early as your priority date allows
Once USCIS approves your I-140 and your priority date becomes current on the Visa Bulletin, file your I-485 promptly. Reaching 180 days of I-485 pendency activates AC21 portability, letting you move to a same or similar vascular sonographer role without restarting the PERM process.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Many hospitals sponsor temporary work visas but haven't committed to green card sponsorship. During interviews, ask directly whether the facility has an established PERM program and confirm that sponsorship is written into the offer letter before signing, since PERM filing is an employer obligation, not an applicant right.
Green Card Vascular Sonographer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a vascular sonographer?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization for up to six years, while EB-2 and EB-3 lead to lawful permanent residence. The green card path requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. There is no annual lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years for a priority date to become current.
Which green card category applies to foreign vascular sonographers?
Most vascular sonographers qualify under EB-3 as professionals with a bachelor's degree or as skilled workers with at least two years of specialized experience. If you hold a master's degree in a related field or a bachelor's degree combined with five years of progressive sonography experience, you may qualify under EB-2, which can carry priority date advantages depending on your country of birth.
How do I find hospitals actively sponsoring vascular sonographers for a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history in vascular sonography and related diagnostic imaging roles. Focusing on facilities that have completed PERM filings before reduces the time you spend in exploratory conversations with employers who have no established sponsorship infrastructure.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the vascular sonographer position, and file an ETA Form 9089 with the Department of Labor. The employer bears the cost and administrative burden; you are not permitted to pay for PERM preparation or filing. The recruitment and documentation requirements make choosing an employer with prior PERM experience a practical advantage.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
Yes, under AC21 portability, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 if your original I-140 was already approved, but confirm both conditions with your immigration attorney before making any job change.