It is easy to find a list of ultrasound tech job duties online. In a nutshell, sonographers operate sophisticated imaging equipment, perform ultrasound examinations, collect and record data, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. Now ask this: What does a sonographer really do during a shift? Read between the lines of job descriptions in 2017 […]
Archives for March 2015
Sonography Student & Positive Patient Communication Skills
All 2017 CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonographers programs require communication course credits as prerequisites or general education requirements. The reason is simple: They must deal with patients in various physical and emotional states. Sonographers must always maintain composure and utilize positive communication skills, even when patients are irritable, impatient, angry or unreasonable. Positive communication skills […]
Is Sonography School REALLY That Difficult?
Is sonography school really as difficult as some think? That is one of the most popular forum questions because people do not want to start a program they might not finish. The truth is that accredited sonography schools set high standards that must be met, but each year thousands of students successfully finish their programs. […]
Diverse Sonography Student Body Matters
The U.S. population is becoming more diverse each day with important implications for the delivery of quality health care services to diverse patients. It is clear that healthcare professions, including Diagnostic Medical Sonography, should reflect the makeup of the patients they serve for many reasons. The only way that will happen is if a more […]
Sonography Students Learn to Use Five Senses
The descriptions of the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer’s typical duties make liberal use of action words. Sonographers observe, prepare, communicate, write, coordinate and so on. The action words indicate that ultrasound technicians fully utilize all five senses – sight, touch, smell, hearing, taste – in order to deliver quality healthcare services. Understanding the role of the […]