Diagnostic Medical Sonographer producing ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for physicians, operating ultrasound equipment, preparing patients for exams, and providing technical findings for medical diagnosis
Experience
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Operated ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses
Observed screen during scans to ensure images were satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments as required
Provided sonogram and oral or written summaries of technical findings to physicians for medical diagnosis
Selected appropriate equipment settings and adjusted patient positions to obtain optimal sites and angles
Maintained records that included patient information, sonographs, interpretations, and quality assurance records
Prepared patients for exams by explaining procedures, transferring them to ultrasound tables, and applying gel
Coordinated work with physicians and healthcare team members, providing assistance during invasive procedures
Skills
Hands-On Work
Operating diagnostic imaging equipment, Adjusting medical settings or positions, Creating digital images of patients
Core Skills
Gathering medical histories, Obtaining written authorization, Monitoring medical video displays, Monitoring activities, Recording medical histories, Positioning patients for treatment, Examining medical instruments
Education
Certificate Your training program, Year
Certifications & Licenses
State license for this work Your state board, Year