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Sonographer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty as a recognized allied health profession. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with an employer's support letter and credential documentation. Mexican nationals require a visa stamp from a U.S. consulate. A degree in diagnostic medical sonography and active RDMS registration strengthen your application.
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Get Access To All JobsThe University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a Sonographer. The sonographer will perform obstetric and gynecologic ultrasounds and ultrasound-guided procedures under physician supervision. This position includes moving and lifting equipment and patients. Weekends, holiday rotations, and travel to outreach clinics is required as part of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Ultrasound Service.
Department Summary: We provide consultation, comprehensive treatment planning and a broad range of services for patients with normal and high-risk pregnancies and for gynecology, including oncology and reproductive endocrinology. Our comprehensive medical, surgical, and nursing services span the full spectrum of all obstetric and gynecologic patients at University of Iowa Health Care. In addition to patient care, the department is noted for its strong educational programs for sonography students, medical students, residents, fellows, and practicing physicians. Basic and clinical research in reproductive medicine is an important departmental activity.
This position will be based out of our Davenport clinic but will be expected to float between all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic locations. Applicant will need to be able to travel to University of Iowa Outreach Clinics or off-site locations and available to work weekend and holiday rotations. $10,000 sign on incentive for those who qualify.
Position Responsibilities:
- Takes appropriate number of pictures to document anatomy and pathology for specified exams according to established protocols.
- Utilizes sterile technique in accordance with established departmental policy in performing Doppler ultrasound examinations and invasive procedures.
- Assists and instructs residents and/or students in clinical aspects of ultrasound.
- Produces and maintains ultrasound examination reports.
- Assists patients with telemedicine encounters for physician video consultations after ultrasound examinations as needed.
- Attends all required in-service education and department programs while meeting standards.
Education Requirements
- CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology, or
- Completion of a two-year or more accredited health science program (i.e. Radiologic Technology, Medical Technology, Nursing, etc.) plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography, or
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography.
Position Requirements
- Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in OB/GYN
- Valid Iowa driver’s license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Certification in scanning nuchal lucency by the Fetal Medicine Foundation within 9 months following the start of employment.
- Ability to move 25 – 50 lbs. on a consistent basis and 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience performing invasive studies including CVS, amniocentesis, cordocentesis and saline infusion sonography.
- Experience scanning high risk obstetrics and fetal anomalies, monitoring follicular development during iatrogenic ovulatory cycles, and 3-D scanning with reconstruction.
Position and Applications Details:
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
- Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
- For additional questions please contact Cassie Burrill at cassie-burrill@uiowa.edu.
The University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a Sonographer. The sonographer will perform obstetric and gynecologic ultrasounds and ultrasound-guided procedures under physician supervision. This position includes moving and lifting equipment and patients. Weekends, holiday rotations, and travel to outreach clinics is required as part of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Ultrasound Service.
Department Summary: We provide consultation, comprehensive treatment planning and a broad range of services for patients with normal and high-risk pregnancies and for gynecology, including oncology and reproductive endocrinology. Our comprehensive medical, surgical, and nursing services span the full spectrum of all obstetric and gynecologic patients at University of Iowa Health Care. In addition to patient care, the department is noted for its strong educational programs for sonography students, medical students, residents, fellows, and practicing physicians. Basic and clinical research in reproductive medicine is an important departmental activity.
This position will be based out of our Davenport clinic but will be expected to float between all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic locations. Applicant will need to be able to travel to University of Iowa Outreach Clinics or off-site locations and available to work weekend and holiday rotations. $10,000 sign on incentive for those who qualify.
Position Responsibilities:
- Takes appropriate number of pictures to document anatomy and pathology for specified exams according to established protocols.
- Utilizes sterile technique in accordance with established departmental policy in performing Doppler ultrasound examinations and invasive procedures.
- Assists and instructs residents and/or students in clinical aspects of ultrasound.
- Produces and maintains ultrasound examination reports.
- Assists patients with telemedicine encounters for physician video consultations after ultrasound examinations as needed.
- Attends all required in-service education and department programs while meeting standards.
Education Requirements
- CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology, or
- Completion of a two-year or more accredited health science program (i.e. Radiologic Technology, Medical Technology, Nursing, etc.) plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography, or
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography.
Position Requirements
- Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in OB/GYN
- Valid Iowa driver’s license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Certification in scanning nuchal lucency by the Fetal Medicine Foundation within 9 months following the start of employment.
- Ability to move 25 – 50 lbs. on a consistent basis and 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience performing invasive studies including CVS, amniocentesis, cordocentesis and saline infusion sonography.
- Experience scanning high risk obstetrics and fetal anomalies, monitoring follicular development during iatrogenic ovulatory cycles, and 3-D scanning with reconstruction.
Position and Applications Details:
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
- Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
- For additional questions please contact Cassie Burrill at cassie-burrill@uiowa.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Sonographer
Verify your RDMS credential meets TN standards
TN officers expect sonographers to hold RDMS certification from ARDMS or equivalent. Confirm your credential is current before applying, since an expired or inactive certification can result in a denial at the port of entry.
Target hospital systems with imaging departments
Hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and cardiology practices are the most active TN sponsors for sonographers. Search specifically for facilities advertising open sonography positions, not general allied health roles, to find employers already familiar with the TN process.
Request a support letter covering your specific modality
Your employer's TN support letter must name your exact specialty, such as vascular, cardiac, or obstetric sonography. A generic letter describing diagnostic imaging broadly gives border officers less to work with and can invite additional scrutiny.
Clarify TN status with travel-heavy locum employers
Locum tenens and per diem sonography positions involve frequent facility changes, which can complicate TN status if your letter names one fixed work site. Confirm with your employer that the letter reflects all anticipated work locations or accounts for multi-site assignments.
Search TN-specific listings through Migrate Mate
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type. Use Migrate Mate to find sonographer roles where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship, saving you from pursuing positions that require H-1B or employer immigration counsel unfamiliar with TN.
Prepare Canadian credential equivalency documentation
If your sonography degree is from a Canadian institution, carry official transcripts and, if applicable, a credential evaluation showing equivalency to a U.S. associate or bachelor's degree in the field. CBP officers may ask for this alongside your ARDMS certification.
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Find Sonographer JobsSonographer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the sonographer occupation officially qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Sonographers are recognized under the USMCA's allied health professional category when the role requires specialized postsecondary training in diagnostic medical sonography. You'll need a degree or diploma in the field and typically an ARDMS credential. The job offer must specify a sonography role, not a general radiology or imaging technologist position, for the classification to apply cleanly.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for sonographers?
TN is faster and has no lottery. Canadian sonographers can apply at a U.S. port of entry and begin work the same day. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, entry into an annual lottery with no guaranteed selection, and USCIS adjudication that can take several months. For sonographers who qualify under USMCA, TN is typically the more practical path to U.S. employment.
What documents does a Canadian sonographer need at the border for TN admission?
You need a valid Canadian passport, an employer support letter on company letterhead that describes your sonographer role and confirms it's temporary, proof of your sonography degree or diploma, and your RDMS or equivalent certification. CBP officers may also ask for transcripts or a credential evaluation if your training institution is unfamiliar to them.
How can I find sonographer jobs with confirmed TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles. Rather than filtering through general postings, you can search sonographer listings where employers have already indicated willingness to support TN visa sponsorship, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to facilities unfamiliar with the process.
Can Mexican sonographers access TN status the same way Canadians can?
The qualifying occupation and documentation requirements are the same, but the process differs. Mexican nationals cannot apply at the border and must obtain a TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate in Mexico before entering the country. Wait times at consulates vary by location and season, so Mexican sonographers should factor in consular scheduling lead time when planning a start date with an employer.
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