Sonographer
(Ultrasound technician)
Duties
and Responsibilities:
The sonographers, or the ultrasound
technologists, work with equipment that directs very high frequency sound waves
into the body tissues to produce images or pictures of the internal organs,
diseased masses, and fetuses. The images are used by the physicians to diagnose
and treat patients. Some of the sonographers specialize in the examining
certain areas of the body, such like the brain, the heart, and even the pelvis.
As part of their responsibilities, sonographers also check patients medical histories
explain procedures, determine the best patient positions to produce the images,
and operate photography and printout equipment. Most sonographers work in
hospital.
Average
Salary:
$24,000 -
$38,000
Educational
Requirements:
Student should take more challenging science,
math, and English courses available in high school.
Sonographer
training programs are offered at community colleges and hospitals. They
can be completed in one to four years depending on prior work experience.
Sonographers must pass annual certification tests after completing training.
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