H-1B Visa Ultrasound Technologist Jobs
Ultrasound Technologist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent in diagnostic medical sonography or a related field. Hospitals, imaging centers, and health systems regularly file H-1B petitions for this role, and the 85,000-cap annual lottery applies unless your employer is a nonprofit or university-affiliated medical center.
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This position is PRN at Ball Memorial Hospital.
Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound to generate images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow. Responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality and makes necessary adjustments to capture the best possible images. Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information. Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures by explaining the process, positioning patients correctly, and adjusting equipment as needed. Familiar with current scan protocols. Maintains compliance with high level disinfection practices. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed. Possesses familiarity with ultrasound contrast indications and administration practices. Provides intraoperative ultrasound as requested.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
- For ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen, RDMS(AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology, RDMS(OB/GYN), or Pediatric Sonography, RDMS(PS), and/or Registered Vascular Technologist - Vascular Technology, RVT(VT); American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography, RT(S) or Vascular Sonography, RT(VS); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Vascular Sonographer, RVS; as required by facility accreditation, if applicable. Exception: if performing breast ultrasound only, must obtain credential through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): RDMS(BR); or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography & Breast US, RT(S)(BS), or Radiography, Mammography & Breast Ultrasound, RT(R)(M)(BS); within 18 months of hire.
- For non-ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires candidates to meet one of the two following conditions: Must be actively pursuing ultrasound education and have already passed the ARDMS physics boards, or must have graduated from an ultrasound education program. Requires certification through one of the methods mentioned in the accredited section above within 12 months of hire.
- May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
- May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.
Ultrasound Technologist PRN
Job Description
Overview
This position is PRN at Ball Memorial Hospital.
Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound to generate images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow. Responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality and makes necessary adjustments to capture the best possible images. Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information. Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures by explaining the process, positioning patients correctly, and adjusting equipment as needed. Familiar with current scan protocols. Maintains compliance with high level disinfection practices. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed. Possesses familiarity with ultrasound contrast indications and administration practices. Provides intraoperative ultrasound as requested.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
- For ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen, RDMS(AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology, RDMS(OB/GYN), or Pediatric Sonography, RDMS(PS), and/or Registered Vascular Technologist - Vascular Technology, RVT(VT); American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography, RT(S) or Vascular Sonography, RT(VS); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Vascular Sonographer, RVS; as required by facility accreditation, if applicable. Exception: if performing breast ultrasound only, must obtain credential through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): RDMS(BR); or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography & Breast US, RT(S)(BS), or Radiography, Mammography & Breast Ultrasound, RT(R)(M)(BS); within 18 months of hire.
- For non-ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires candidates to meet one of the two following conditions: Must be actively pursuing ultrasound education and have already passed the ARDMS physics boards, or must have graduated from an ultrasound education program. Requires certification through one of the methods mentioned in the accredited section above within 12 months of hire.
- May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
- May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
#LI-Onsite
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Ultrasound Technologist
Verify your credential equivalency early
Foreign sonography credentials aren't automatically accepted by USCIS. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized organization before applying, so your employer can document degree equivalency in the H-1B petition without delays.
Check employer E-Verify enrollment status
H-1B employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask during the screening call, not after an offer. Unenrolled employers can't file your petition, and re-enrolling mid-process adds weeks to your timeline.
Target cap-exempt hospital systems first
Nonprofit hospitals and university-affiliated medical centers are exempt from the H-1B lottery. Filing with a cap-exempt employer means your petition can be submitted any time of year, skipping the March registration window entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter ultrasound technologist roles by employers who have active DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This cuts research time and surfaces health systems already set up to sponsor your visa.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier for your specialty
Ultrasound technologists who specialize in cardiac, vascular, or OB/GYN sonography often fall under a higher wage tier. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the wage level before negotiating your offer.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
If your OPT or prior status expires within months of an expected offer, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication can run three to six months, and premium processing typically resolves in 15 business days.
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Find Ultrasound Technologist JobsUltrasound Technologist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Ultrasound Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats diagnostic medical sonography as a specialty occupation because it normally requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in the field. Employers document this in the H-1B petition using the job duties, the industry standard for the role, and your credentials. Roles requiring only an associate degree can face scrutiny, so your employer's attorney should address that directly if it applies.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for ultrasound technologists?
Large hospital networks, radiology groups, outpatient imaging centers, and academic medical centers are the most active sponsors. Nonprofit and university-affiliated health systems have a significant advantage: they're exempt from the H-1B annual cap, meaning they can file petitions year-round rather than competing in the April lottery. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my job search timeline as a sonographer?
For cap-subject employers, USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for a roughly two-week window. If selected, your employer can file your petition for an October 1 start date. That means a job offer in January may not result in authorized work for nine months or more. Targeting cap-exempt employers or employers who can bridge your status lets you start sooner.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
Your employer will need your academic transcripts, any credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your ARDMS or similar certification, a copy of your passport, and evidence of your current immigration status. Gathering these before your offer is finalized prevents delays when your employer's attorney begins the Labor Condition Application filing with DOL.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B as an ultrasound technologist?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed with USCIS, provided you've maintained valid status and the new role is in the same or a closely related occupational classification. Your new employer must file a new H-1B transfer petition before your last day at the previous job to preserve continuous authorization.
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