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

  • Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

  • Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
  • Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.
  • Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.

  • Implement advanced life support techniques.