What is a Pediatric Sonographer

Performs diagnostic ultrasound focused on pediatric anatomy and congenital conditions | adapts scanning protocols, patient handling, and communication for infants and children.

Pediatric Sonographer Core Duties

Perform Pediatric Abdominal | Neonatal | Congenital Anomaly Scans | Adapt Transducer Selection And Scanning Technique For Small Patients | Provide FamilyCentered Communication | Coordinate Sedation When Needed | Maintain Pediatric Imaging QA.

Pediatric Sonographer Education Requirements

Associate Or Bachelor Degree In Diagnostic Medical Sonography With Pediatric Clinical Rotations

Pediatric Sonographer License and Accreditation Agency

CAAHEP

Pediatric Sonographer Program Length

18 to 36 Months

Pediatric Sonographer Salary Min and Max

$65000 to $95000

Pediatric Sonographer Work Settings

Children’s Hospitals | Pediatric Imaging Centers | Outpatient Clinics

Pediatric Sonographer Key Skills

Pediatric Patient Handling | Pediatric Imaging Protocols | Fetal And Neonatal Imaging | Family Communication

Try These Other Programs

Children’s Hospital Sonography Programs | University Pediatric Sonography Tracks