Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Battle Creek, Michigan
Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.
Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers on average make:
$81,120 ($39.00/hour).
The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
44
and by 2029 that number is projected to:
increase to 47.
We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
3 every year.
The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a associate’s degree.
The typical training needed after hire is:
no additional training other than onboarding.
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Other Job Titles
Cardiac Sonographer, Cardiovascular Sonographer, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Echo Sonographer (Echocardiograph Sonographer), Echo Tech (Echocardiographic Technician), Echocardiogram Technician, Echocardiographer, Echocardiographic Technologist, Echocardiography Technician, Echocardiology Technologist
Tools Used
3D sonography equipment, A-Mode ultrasound machines, Cardiac ultrasound equipment, Color Doppler ultrasound equipment, Continuous-wave ultrasound equipment, Desktop computers, Evacuated blood collection tubes, High frequency transducers, Immobilization and positioning devices, Intravenous IV supplies
Tasks
- Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.
- Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
- Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.
- Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.
- 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.
Personality
Dependability, Attention to Detail, Integrity, Independence, Concern for Others, Cooperation, Stress Tolerance, Self-Control, Initiative, Adaptability/Flexibility
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