OPT Ultrasound Technologist Jobs
Ultrasound Technologist jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with a degree in diagnostic medical sonography or a related imaging field. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions under CIP code 51.0910, giving eligible graduates up to 36 months of authorized work in clinical or hospital settings.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Summary: Performs a variety of technical procedures utilizing diagnostic ultrasound equipment.
Minimum Education: Completion of an accredited Technical Ultrasound Program.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (S) (ARRT).
Work Experience: 6 months related experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to perform basic ultrasound echo and/or peripheral vascular studies.
- Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Accurately performs a variety of technical procedures efficiently utilizing ultrasonic machinery for the diagnosis of disease.
- Positions, transfers and immobilizes patients, as necessary to perform diagnostic procedures.
- Adjusts machinery and ancillary equipment parameters in accordance with prescribed procedures to obtain diagnostic medical/legal ultrasound images.
- Assists in equipment calibration to maintain department standards.
- Understands and performs high level probe disinfection.
- Schedules exams and maintains department records.
- Assists in quality control programs for the maintenance of prescribed standards.
- Assists in quality control programs for the maintenance of prescribed standards.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal/external customers. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: Available for emergency call back.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133
Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.
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Job Summary: Performs a variety of technical procedures utilizing diagnostic ultrasound equipment.
Minimum Education: Completion of an accredited Technical Ultrasound Program.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (S) (ARRT).
Work Experience: 6 months related experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to perform basic ultrasound echo and/or peripheral vascular studies.
- Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Accurately performs a variety of technical procedures efficiently utilizing ultrasonic machinery for the diagnosis of disease.
- Positions, transfers and immobilizes patients, as necessary to perform diagnostic procedures.
- Adjusts machinery and ancillary equipment parameters in accordance with prescribed procedures to obtain diagnostic medical/legal ultrasound images.
- Assists in equipment calibration to maintain department standards.
- Understands and performs high level probe disinfection.
- Schedules exams and maintains department records.
- Assists in quality control programs for the maintenance of prescribed standards.
- Assists in quality control programs for the maintenance of prescribed standards.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal/external customers. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: Available for emergency call back.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133
Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Ultrasound Technologist
Confirm your program's STEM designation before applying
Not all sonography programs are STEM-designated. Check your I-20 and your school's STEM CIP code list before targeting roles that require STEM OPT. This affects whether you qualify for the 24-month extension beyond your initial 12 months.
Apply to hospital systems and large imaging networks first
Large healthcare employers like hospital networks and radiology groups are far more experienced with OPT work authorization than small private clinics. They have HR infrastructure to handle EAD documentation and are less likely to withdraw offers over visa questions.
Time your OPT application around your ARRT registry exam
Most employers require ARRT certification before your start date. File your OPT application at least 90 days before graduation so your EAD arrives in time to sit for the registry exam and accept an offer without a gap in authorization.
Address your EAD proactively in applications
Bring up OPT early rather than waiting for employers to ask. Explain that your EAD authorizes full-time employment now, that STEM extension is available if your degree qualifies, and that H-1B visa sponsorship is a future step, not an immediate requirement.
Target specialty modalities to differentiate yourself
Employers are more willing to navigate work authorization paperwork for candidates with skills in vascular, cardiac, or pediatric sonography. A specialized credential like RVT or RDCS signals clinical value that makes sponsorship a straightforward business decision for hiring managers.
Build relationships with radiology program directors and clinical supervisors
Many ultrasound technologist positions are filled through clinical rotation contacts before they are ever posted publicly. Supervisors who already know your skill level and professionalism are far more likely to advocate for OPT hires within their department.
Ultrasound Technologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Ultrasound Technologist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree program. Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs classified under CIP code 51.0910 are STEM-designated, which makes you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12 months. Confirm your program's CIP code on your I-20 or with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
Will hospitals hire Ultrasound Technologists on OPT?
Yes. Large hospital systems and imaging centers regularly hire OPT students, particularly those with ARRT certification and clinical rotation experience. Smaller outpatient clinics may be less familiar with EAD documentation, so targeting larger healthcare employers first is the practical approach. You can browse OPT-friendly ultrasound positions on Migrate Mate.
Does an Ultrasound Technologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but it is position-dependent. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, such as diagnostic medical sonography, generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Associate-level positions are harder to support. Employers pursuing H-1B sponsorship will need to document why the role requires at minimum a bachelor's-level education.
Can I work as an Ultrasound Technologist on OPT before receiving my ARRT certification?
Most employers require ARRT registration before your first day of patient contact, regardless of your OPT status. Some facilities allow limited supervised work under a temporary permit while you await your exam results, but full independent practice requires the credential. Check your state's specific sonographer licensure requirements, as a few states have additional licensing beyond ARRT.
What should I do if my OPT EAD has not arrived before a job offer deadline?
Contact your DSO immediately and ask for an expedited USCIS inquiry if the application has been pending more than 90 days. Communicate your EAD timeline to the employer honestly and provide your I-797 receipt notice as evidence of a pending, timely-filed application. Many healthcare employers in competitive hiring markets will push back a start date for a strong candidate rather than withdraw the offer entirely.