A medical imaging professional who uses sound-wave equipment to capture diagnostic images of internal organs and tissues.
What ultrasound technicians do
Ultrasound technicians, also called diagnostic medical sonographers, position transducers on patients to capture real-time images of organs, blood vessels, and developing fetuses. They optimize equipment settings and provide preliminary findings to physicians.
Training path
Most sonographers complete a two-year associate or four-year bachelor’s degree in diagnostic medical sonography, then earn American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification in one or more specialties such as OB, abdomen, or vascular.
Work setting
Major employers include hospitals, OB/GYN clinics, cardiology practices, vascular labs, and outpatient imaging centers. Many sonographers cover trauma call shifts, including nights and weekends, at acute-care hospitals.
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