Should I be a diagnostic medical sonographer?

What is it like being a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer?

• I am interested in becoming a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Any information on the schooling and the occupation would be greatly appriciated!

• Answer:

  Core Tasks -Explain the procedure to patients and get them in position -Spread gel over the area of the patient’s body to be examined -Capture images using ultrasound equipment, making adjustments as necessary -Make notes about the captured images -Choose images to show to the radiologist Workplace -Employed by hospitals and clinics -Usually work 35 to 40 hours a week -May work evenings and weekends, or be on call -The work can be physically demanding -Anxious patients can be difficult to deal with Earnings -$50,000 to $85,000 a year or more -Salaries depend on employer, experience, and location Education & Training -A degree, diploma, or certificate -Entrance requirements range from a high school diploma to prior training in health care -Professional certification may be required Attributes & Abilities -Communication skills -Good with people -Work well as part of a team -Physically fit -Work well with your hands