29-2032.00

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

4.4OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Moderate Risk

AI will start nibbling at this role

Safer than 39% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 35% probability of automation for this role
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39%
of jobs safer
626
jobs riskier than this
+13.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers perform ultrasound examinations — physical, operator-dependent imaging work where the quality of the scan depends on the technologist's skill in positioning and probe manipulation. AI tools assist with measurement automation and image quality scoring, but the acquisition of the scan itself requires a trained human. Demand is growing; the role is resilient through 2027.

Augmented byAI augmentation tools

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$89,340
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+13.0%
Much faster than average
Education Required
Associate's degree
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

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