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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to produce dynamic visual images of organs, tissues, and blood flow inside the body. Sonographers work closely with physicians by providing diagnostic images and a summary of technical findings to aid in reaching a medical diagnosis. This is a non-radiation modality and may be used on any patient, from prenatal to geriatric age. Sonographers may work in a hospital, clinic, physician's office, in education, sales or as an applications specialist. Daily tasks of the sonographer include:
- Obtain and record an accurate patient history
- Perform diagnostic procedures and obtain diagnostic images
- Analyze technical information
- Use independent judgment in recognizing the need to extend the scope of the procedure according to the diagnostic findings
- Provide oral or written summary of the technical findings to the physician for medical diagnosis
- Provide quality patient care
- Collaborate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team
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