H-1B Visa Vascular Technologist Jobs
Vascular Technologist jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require a specialty occupation framing built around degree-level diagnostic training. Most sponsoring health systems file an LCA per worksite and petition through USCIS, granting up to three years of initial status. Use this page to find employers with active H-1B visa filing history in vascular imaging.
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Requisition Number: RE56326
Working Title: Vascular Sonographer
Department Name: H3090:Diagnostic Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $31.02-45.70/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: AS
Required Related Experience: No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Sonographer required within 90 days of hire.
Physical Requirements: The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis, as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:00. Shift and weekend rotation may vary. As an exempt-level position, some holidays may be required in order to meet job and departmental business needs.
Job Summary: The University of Kentucky is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform non-invasive vascular exams in accordance to established IAC and departmental guidelines.
Additional responsibilities for this position include:
- Perform all diagnostic testing utilizing appropriate equipment
- Selecting appropriate equipment components to perform all diagnostic testing safely and accurately
- Obtain and calculate data necessary to produce accurate clinical reports
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills preferred
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: The ideal candidate will be able to perform non-invasive diagnostic vascular exams according to IAC guidelines.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience: Associate’s degree from Radiology Technology or Sonography program; ARDMS or RVT preferred.
Deadline to Apply: 11/12/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Vascular Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number: RE56326
Working Title: Vascular Sonographer
Department Name: H3090:Diagnostic Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $31.02-45.70/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: AS
Required Related Experience: No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Sonographer required within 90 days of hire.
Physical Requirements: The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis, as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:00. Shift and weekend rotation may vary. As an exempt-level position, some holidays may be required in order to meet job and departmental business needs.
Job Summary: The University of Kentucky is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform non-invasive vascular exams in accordance to established IAC and departmental guidelines.
Additional responsibilities for this position include:
- Perform all diagnostic testing utilizing appropriate equipment
- Selecting appropriate equipment components to perform all diagnostic testing safely and accurately
- Obtain and calculate data necessary to produce accurate clinical reports
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills preferred
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: The ideal candidate will be able to perform non-invasive diagnostic vascular exams according to IAC guidelines.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience: Associate’s degree from Radiology Technology or Sonography program; ARDMS or RVT preferred.
Deadline to Apply: 11/12/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Vascular Technologist
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography degree strengthens your petition. Credential evaluations from NACES-member organizations help if your degree is from outside the U.S.
Look up prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Your employer must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer so you know the floor they're legally required to meet.
Target health systems with multi-site LCA filing history
Each hospital campus or outpatient imaging center where you'll work needs its own certified LCA. Use Migrate Mate to identify health system employers whose DOL filing history shows active H-1B sponsorship across multiple worksites, which signals an established petitioning infrastructure.
Confirm your ARDMS credentials before the I-129 is filed
Many sponsoring hospitals require active ARDMS RVT or RVS registration as a condition of employment, and USCIS may treat it as evidence of specialty occupation. Renew or complete your registry exam before your employer submits the I-129 petition to avoid a Request for Evidence.
Ask HR whether premium processing is included in your offer
Standard USCIS adjudication can run several months, which matters if you're transitioning from OPT or another status with a hard end date. Confirm in writing whether your employer will file for premium processing and who bears that cost before you sign your offer letter.
Verify O*NET lists your duties as degree-level work
If your employer needs to defend specialty occupation, O*NET's task and education data for cardiovascular technologists supports the argument that the role requires specialized postsecondary training. Review that profile with your HR team so the job description mirrors the documented duty set.
H-1B Visa Vascular Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Vascular Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position is structured around degree-level diagnostic duties. USCIS requires that the role normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography. Employers who build the job description around advanced vascular imaging interpretation, clinical protocol development, and degree-required competencies consistently satisfy this standard.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Vascular Technologists?
Large academic medical centers, regional health systems, and hospital networks with dedicated vascular labs are the most active sponsors because they have HR teams experienced in immigration compliance and recurring imaging staffing needs. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in vascular and cardiovascular roles, so you can focus your applications on organizations that have already established a petitioning process.
What happens if I need to work at multiple hospital campuses under the same H-1B?
DOL requires a separately certified LCA for each worksite where you perform H-1B duties. If your health system rotates you across campuses or adds a new outpatient imaging site, your employer must file an amended or additional LCA before you begin work at that location. Failing to do this puts both your status and your employer's compliance record at risk.
How long does H-1B status last for a Vascular Technologist, and can it be extended?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, which can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued extensions are only available if you're on an active green card track, such as an approved I-140 immigrant petition. Talk to your employer's immigration counsel about starting PERM labor certification early if you plan to stay long term.
Will my ARDMS or CCI registry credentials affect my H-1B petition?
Active registry credentials like the ARDMS RVT or CCI RVS credential strengthen the specialty occupation argument because they demonstrate that the field maintains professional standards equivalent to degree-level practice. Some employers list registry certification as a job requirement, which further supports the USCIS analysis. Let lapse on renewals before your petition is filed and you may receive a Request for Evidence.