Ultrasonographer Jobs for OPT Students
Ultrasonographer jobs on OPT require employers familiar with healthcare work authorization. Most roles are in hospitals, imaging centers, and radiology practices. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field, so your 12-month window and 90-day unemployment limit are the key constraints to plan around.
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Perform cardiac ultrasound examinations. Provide assistance to the physicians in the operating room, ICU, and Catheterization lab with trans-esophageal studies.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent experience.
- Completion of and graduation from a formal AMA approved ultrasound technology program, or equivalent experience. (AMA is the approver of CAAHEP accreditation; please refer to CAAHEP site to view complete listing of accredited programs).
REQUIRED CREDENTIALS
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) credentialed; or able to obtain within 12 months of employment.
- BLS for Healthcare Providers.
PREFERRED
- Pediatric experience.
COMPENSATION RANGE
- $56.30 - $91.12 per hour
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
DISCLAIMER FOR OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website.
About us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
OUR COMMITMENT
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Perform cardiac ultrasound examinations. Provide assistance to the physicians in the operating room, ICU, and Catheterization lab with trans-esophageal studies.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent experience.
- Completion of and graduation from a formal AMA approved ultrasound technology program, or equivalent experience. (AMA is the approver of CAAHEP accreditation; please refer to CAAHEP site to view complete listing of accredited programs).
REQUIRED CREDENTIALS
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) credentialed; or able to obtain within 12 months of employment.
- BLS for Healthcare Providers.
PREFERRED
- Pediatric experience.
COMPENSATION RANGE
- $56.30 - $91.12 per hour
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
DISCLAIMER FOR OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website.
About us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
OUR COMMITMENT
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Ultrasonographer
Target hospital systems over private practices
Large hospital networks like HCA, Kaiser, and academic medical centers have dedicated HR teams experienced with OPT paperwork. Smaller private practices often lack the administrative capacity to support international candidates, making them a harder sell.
Get your credentials in order before applying
Many employers require ARDMS or ARRT credentials before extending an offer. Having your registry completed signals you're ready to work immediately, which removes a common objection employers raise when considering OPT candidates with a limited work window.
Apply well before your OPT start date
Hiring in healthcare moves slowly. Background checks, credentialing, and onboarding can take four to eight weeks. Starting your job search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins gives you realistic runway to secure an offer in time.
Highlight your clinical hours and specialization
Employers prioritize candidates with hands-on experience in specific modalities like vascular, cardiac, or OB/GYN sonography. Quantify your clinical hours and name the equipment you've operated. Specificity matters far more than a general sonography background.
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Can I work as an ultrasonographer on OPT?
Yes, as long as the job is directly related to your degree field. If your program was in diagnostic medical sonography or a related allied health discipline, ultrasonographer roles qualify. Your employment must begin within your authorized OPT period and remain consistent with your degree program's area of study.
Does sonography qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Diagnostic medical sonography is not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, which means you cannot apply for the 24-month STEM extension. You are limited to a 12-month OPT authorization period. Planning your H-1B sponsorship timeline around this constraint is essential if you want to remain in the U.S. long term.
Will employers in radiology and imaging sponsor H-1B visas for ultrasonographers?
Some do, particularly large hospital systems and national imaging chains that regularly hire international staff. Smaller independent practices are less likely to have the legal infrastructure or budget for H-1B sponsorship. Focusing your search on employers with an established track record of sponsoring healthcare workers improves your odds significantly. Migrate Mate lists OPT-friendly ultrasonographer roles from employers familiar with international work authorization.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between ultrasonographer jobs?
You are allowed up to 90 days of unemployment during your OPT period. If you remain unemployed beyond that threshold, you fall out of status. Healthcare hiring can take time given credentialing requirements, so start your next job search well before leaving a current position. Keeping documentation of your job search activity is also advisable.
Do I need ARDMS certification before I can work as an ultrasonographer on OPT?
Most employers require or strongly prefer ARDMS or ARRT certification before hire. Some states have additional licensing requirements for sonographers. You can technically begin OPT without certification if your employer permits a training period, but most hospitals require credentials before onboarding. Completing your registry exams before your OPT start date puts you in the strongest position.
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