How much does an animal sonographer make?

Answer 1

Animal sonography is usually performed by a veterinarian who has been trained in ultrasound. These specialists are able to scan a patient and within a short time, determine whether or not there is a mass, liver disease, a blockage or stones in the bladder .However, lately there is a trend for sonographers to come in to the veterinary practice and be an integral part of the diagnostic team. The best way to do this is to become a "human" sonographer and gain as much experience as possible. When you are secure in your skills, market yourself to the veterinary practice and you will become invaluable the team there. Because there is no registry for veterinary ultrasound, your RDMS is a real salary boost, so make sure you are registered in at least abdomen, OB and cardiac first. You can negotiate your salary in different ways: consultant, employee, based on a quota, hourly rate, or per sonogram. Plan on making less money in a vet practice than human, just like the other professional salaries there. But per year, one can make on average $40,000 to $70,000 per year, depending on the size of the practice and the demand for an ultrasound technologist.

Answer 2

Animal sonographers can make an average salary of around $67,000 per year, although this can vary depending on experience, location, employer, and specific industry.