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Sonographer 2

Clifton Springs, NY · On-site

$38.91 - $50.58/hr

Attends echo conferences offered at URMC and/or attends local and national Echocardiography ... Keeps lab and exam rooms in clean, working order, including cleaning ultrasound equipment and ...

Sonographer 2

Clifton Springs, NY · On-site

$38.91 - $50.58/hr

Attends echo conferences offered at URMC and/or attends local and national Echocardiography ... Keeps lab and exam rooms in clean, working order, including cleaning ultrasound equipment and ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for national physics lab in Rochester, NY is $19.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.36 and $25.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Jobs such as administrative assistants, sales representatives, and certain skilled trades like electricians or HVAC technicians can earn around $3,000 monthly without a college degree. These roles often require on-the-job training, certifications, or technical skills, and may involve working in office environments, retail, or construction settings.

What is the difference between National Physics Lab vs Physicist?

AspectNational Physics LabPhysicist
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (Master's or PhD) in physics or related fieldsRequires a degree in physics; advanced degrees often preferred for research roles
Work EnvironmentResearch laboratories, government agencies, or academic institutionsResearch labs, universities, government agencies, or private industry
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment research institutions, national labs, scientific agenciesAcademic institutions, research organizations, private sector companies

The National Physics Lab is a specific research institution focused on applied physics research and development, often employing physicists. A physicist is a professional working in various settings, including labs, academia, or industry, conducting research or applied work in physics. While the lab employs physicists, the roles differ in scope: the lab is an organization, whereas a physicist is a professional working within or outside such institutions.

What are the most commonly searched types of Physics Lab jobs in Rochester, NY? The most popular types of Physics Lab jobs in Rochester, NY are:
Infographic showing various National Physics Lab job openings in Rochester, NY as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 27% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,175 per year, or $19.8 per hour.
Sonographer 1, Pediatric Cardiology

Sonographer 1, Pediatric Cardiology

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

$34.85 - $45.30/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


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8.3

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Job description

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

910083 Pediatrics Cardiology

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCF 214 H

Compensation Range:

$34.85 - $45.30

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Assists in performing a variety of technical procedures in the application of high frequency ultrasound waves to patients for diagnostic purposes. Uses highly skilled techniques to assist in clinical decision making, with guidance from senior Sonographers while working towards obtaining sound knowledge of cardiology, cardiovascular hemodynamics, doppler physics/instrumentation, cardiac and vascular ultrasound technologies.

SCHEDULE:

8 AM-4:30 PM; ON CALL WKNDS/HOLS

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists with routine and specialized echocardiographic studies, including transthoracic, stress echocardiographic techniques, transesophageal and contrast exams, with the goal of becoming independently capable of performing complete exams.
  • Obtains pertinent patient medical history to optimize the exam for appropriateness. With assistance from more senior sonographer, reviews old echocardiographic studies for correlation.
  • Prepares exam room and ultrasound equipment to perform cardiac ultrasound studies in accordance with universal precautions to insure patient safety per approved protocols, policies and procedures. Communicate with the patient in a manner that is appropriate for patient understanding.
  • Obtains vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, height and weight. Evaluates any contraindications that may be limiting to exam completeness. Use of proper patient positioning along with ergonomically correct scanning techniques to insure patient and sonographer comfort and safety.
  • Works with more senior sonographer to perform the necessary cardiac measurements to generate preliminary findings and image acquisition/storage to support the interpreting physician of the finalized diagnostic report. Gain knowledge of cardiac structural findings and understand relevance.
  • Maintains active registry status in adult cardiac sonography (RDCS/RCS) through continuing professional educational credits. Attends echo conferences offered at URMC and/or attends local and national Echocardiography/Cardiology conferences to increase clinical knowledge base. Maintains active status in BLS (Basic Life Support).
  • Keeps lab and exam rooms in clean, working order, including cleaning ultrasound equipment and transducers according to lab policy. Reports all equipment malfunctions and problems to lead sonographer. Keeps all inventory and supplies current and stocked in each exam room.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate's degree required.
  • 2 years of experience in cardiac imaging or related field or successful completion of accredited cardiac echo sonographer training program required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Working knowledge of cardiology, cardiovascular hemodynamics, doppler physics/ instrumentation, cardiac and vascular ultrasound technologies required.
  • RDCS/RCS certification required; RVT certification preferred.

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