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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
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Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.
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Occupational Tasks
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Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.
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Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
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Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.
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Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.
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Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape and composition of blood, organs, tissues and bodily masses such as fluid accumulations.
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Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.
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Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings.
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Process and code film from procedures and complete appropriate documentation.
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Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results and information from physical examinations.
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Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring them to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning them properly.
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Record and store suitable images, using camera unit connected to the ultrasound equipment.
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Coordinate work with physicians and other health care team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures.
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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.
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Perform legal and ethical duties including preparing safety and accident reports, obtaining written consent from patient to perform invasive procedures, and reporting symptoms of abuse and neglect.
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Supervise and train students and other medical sonographers.
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Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for special examinations and ordering supplies when necessary.
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Clean, check and maintain sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary.
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Perform clerical duties such as scheduling exams and special procedures, keeping records and archiving computerized images.
Educational Requirements:
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Associate degree
Occupational Skill Set
Skill
Relevance
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Active Listening
85%
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Social Perceptiveness
82%
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Speaking
82%
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Reading Comprehension
82%
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Critical Thinking
74%
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Learning Strategies
73%
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Active Learning
73%
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Instructing
70%
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Coordination
69%
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Writing
66%