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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

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

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Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.

Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.

Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.

Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.

Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.

Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.

Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring patient to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning patient properly.

Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings.

Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results or information from physical examinations.

Maintain records that include patient information, sonographs and interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, or quality assurance records, such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Overview

Career

What Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Do

Other Job Titles Diagnostic Medical Sonographers May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Overview

Career

What Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Do

Other Job Titles Diagnostic Medical Sonographers May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Education

Level of Education Attained by Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

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