How to hire a vascular sonographer

How to hire a vascular sonographer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step vascular sonographer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a vascular sonographer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new vascular sonographer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a vascular sonographer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A vascular sonographer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, vascular sonographers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents vascular sonographer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Vascular Sonographer	Description	Hourly rate
   Vascular Sonographer	Diagnostic medical sonographers and cardiovascular technologists and technicians, including vascular technologists, operate special imaging equipment to create images or to conduct tests. The images and test results help physicians assess and diagnose medical conditions... Show more	$26-61
   Ultrasound Technologist	An ultrasound technologist is responsible for assisting medical professionals in operating high-end equipment to diagnose patients' illnesses and monitor health conditions. Ultrasound technologists regularly inspect the efficiency and reliability of the machine and report inconsistencies and defects for immediate repair or replacement... Show more	$24-67
   Vascular Technician	Typically working together with physicians and nurses, a vascular technician specializes in performing imaging and diagnostic examinations to assess a patient's vascular health. Their responsibilities usually include gathering and analyzing patient information and medical history, operating diagnostic equipment, performing adjustments, discussing the extent of procedures to patients, and assisting them, making them feel comfortable every step of the way... Show more	$23-62

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • RVT
   • Patient Care
   • Doppler
   • Vascular Ultrasound
   • Ultrasound Procedures
   • Ultrasound Equipment
   • Radiology
   • Color Flow
   • Clinical Assessments
   • Vascular Lab
   • ICAVL
   • OB-GYN
   • Transducers

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and operate the daily operations and supervision of the radiology ultrasound departments.
   • Perform ABI, segmental pressure and oxygen tension studies.
   • Work independently providing quality images for radiologists while maintaining a high level of care and compassion for the patient.
   • Perform abdomen, obstetrics and gynecology, and small parts ultrasound examinations.
   • Perform a wide variety of obstetrics and gynecology ultrasounds in perinatal department.
   • Ensure private and safe environment for patients and ensure patient safety regulations are followed consistently while providing compassionate customer service.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the vascular sonographer job description is a good way to get more applicants. A vascular sonographer salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a vascular sonographer in Missouri may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level vascular sonographer. Additionally, a vascular sonographer with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average vascular sonographer salary

   $84,915yearly

   $40.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level vascular sonographer salary

   $56,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average vascular sonographer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$124,172	$60
   2	Massachusetts	$109,082	$52
   3	Washington	$105,057	$51
   4	New York	$98,441	$47
   5	Texas	$86,698	$42
   6	Arizona	$83,896	$40
   7	Florida	$83,281	$40
   8	North Carolina	$82,361	$40
   9	Michigan	$82,345	$40
   10	Maryland	$82,056	$39
   11	Illinois	$82,013	$39
   12	Virginia	$81,921	$39
   13	Ohio	$77,385	$37
   14	Iowa	$74,213	$36
   15	New Hampshire	$73,502	$35
   16	North Dakota	$73,484	$35
   17	Missouri	$72,061	$35
   18	Utah	$70,994	$34
   19	South Dakota	$66,930	$32

   Average vascular sonographer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Doctors Community Hospital	$123,149	$59.21
   2	Regional Medical Center of San Jose	$122,761	$59.02
   3	Matrix Medical Network	$118,626	$57.03
   4	Saratoga Hospital	$117,274	$56.38	7
   5	Queens Health Systems	$116,344	$55.93	6
   6	Stride	$115,273	$55.42
   7	Regional Medical Center- Orangeburg	$114,365	$54.98
   8	Southwest General	$113,794	$54.71	1
   9	Health Alliance	$113,771	$54.70	14
   10	University of Maryland Medical System	$112,357	$54.02	34
   11	Mount Nittany Medical Center	$112,275	$53.98
   12	Bon Secours Community Hospital	$108,489	$52.16	18
   13	St. Luke's Hospital	$107,838	$51.85	2
   14	CovenantHealth	$107,798	$51.83	9
   15	Montage Health	$105,811	$50.87
   16	Maxim Healthcare Group	$105,173	$50.56
   17	Kootenai Health	$105,003	$50.48	1
   18	Bartlett Regional Hospital	$102,254	$49.16	1
   19	AdventHealth	$101,538	$48.82	57
   20	Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System	$99,044	$47.62	8

4. Writing a vascular sonographer job description

   A vascular sonographer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a vascular sonographer job description:

   Vascular sonographer job description example

   General Purpose of Job:
   
   The Vascular Sonographer is responsible for patient care performing daily Vascular diagnostic testing. This position will fulfill the objective(s) as put forth by the TCI Division of Sparrow Hospital.
   
   Essential Duties:
   
   This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
   
   * Verifies patient identity prior to the examination, reviews the patient chart and history form, ease patient apprehension by thoroughly explaining the procedure and answering questions.
   * Preforms vascular testing including, Carotid Duplex, UE and LE arterial, Abdominal studies, Venous Doppler and imaging, Ankle-Brachial indices, assists with vein ablations..
   * Completes all documentation in the GEMMS system.
   * Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, recognizes significant cardiac conditions which require immediate intervention
   * Continuing education for vascular technicians.
   * Restock and order supplies.
   * Clean and maintain all equipment and report any equipment malfunctions.
   * Projects as assigned
   
   Job Requirements
   
   General Requirements BCLS RDCS or CCI Registered. Valid Michigan drivers license Must pass the vascular technologist registry exam and the echo registry exams through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers within 2 years of hire date OR obtain RVS certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International within 2 years of hire date. Work Experience Minimum of one year experience in all phases of vascular testing including: carotid duplex, Abdominal, UE and LE arterial, venous doppler and imaging, ankle-brachial indices. EMR/PACS Experience preferred Education High school diploma or GED. Graduate from an ultrasound school with a cardiac US degree Specialized Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of computer systems, programs and applications. Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job
   
   Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
   
   Location: Sparrow Medical Group
   
   Activation Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
   
   Expiration Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right vascular sonographer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with vascular sonographers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit vascular sonographers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   To find vascular sonographer candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit vascular sonographers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new vascular sonographer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the vascular sonographer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new vascular sonographer. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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