How do they match: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

  • Echocardiogram Technician
  • Echocardiographic Technician
  • Echocardiography Technician
  • Polysomnographic Technician
  • Sonogram Technician
  • Sonography Technician
  • Ultra Sound Technician
  • Ultrasound Technician
  • Vascular Ultrasound Technician

  • Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring patient to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning patient properly.
  • Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for special examinations and ordering supplies when necessary.
  • Perform legal and ethical duties, including preparing safety or accident reports, obtaining written consent from patient to perform invasive procedures, or reporting symptoms of abuse or neglect.
  • Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.

  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
  • Prepare official health documents or records.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Implement advanced life support techniques.