Job Outlook in Vermont
High Demand 

What you might do
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use ultrasound equipment to make images of inside a patient’s body.  Doctors may use the images to look for disease or to check on an unborn baby.

Where you might work
Hospital, doctor’s office, laboratory.

Related Links
My Next Move: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
O*Net Online: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Occupational Outlook Handbook: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Education Required
Most Diagnostic Medical Sonographers hold an associate’s degree (2 years) or a non-degree certificate.  Career advancement is possible with a bachelor’s degree (4 years).