Sonographer
Duties
and Responsibilities: Sonographers, or ultrasound technologists,
work with equipment that directs very high frequency sound waves into the body
tissues to produce images or pictures or internal organs, diseased masses, and fetuses.
These images are then used by physicians to diagnose and treat patients. Some
sonographers specialize in examining certain areas of the body, such as the
brain and the pelvis.
Average
Salary: $24,000 - $38,000
Educational
Requirements: Sonographer training programs are offered at
community colleges and hospitals. They can be completed in one to four years
depending on prior work experience. Sonographers must pass annual certification
tests after completing training.
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