Cardiac sonographers use ultrasound to create images of the heart and blood vessels for doctors to check for heart disease. They work in hospitals, doctors’ offices, and imaging clinics. A two-year degree is required, but additional education can lead to management positions or teaching careers. Strong critical thinking skills and technical proficiency are necessary. Ultrasound […]
Vascular sonographers use ultrasound to diagnose vein and artery problems, requiring a two-year academic program and credentials from CCI or ARDMS. Accredited schools teach general sonography and blood flow identification, with advancement opportunities available in administration or education. A vascular sonographer is a vascular technologist who uses ultrasound as a diagnostic tool to assist physicians […]
Ultrasound interns assist higher-level sonographers with radiology tasks, attend classes to learn about body and ultrasound methods and tools, and learn how to engage patients, operate ultrasound equipment, analyze procedure results, take measurements, and properly document all work performed. They also perform peripheral tasks such as organizing equipment. An ultrasound intern assists higher-level sonographers with […]
A cardiac sonographer uses ultrasound imaging to take pictures of the heart and cardiovascular system. They work in medical settings and require a minimum two-year associate’s degree in echocardiography. Good communication skills and attention to detail are important. A cardiac sonographer, also called an echocardiographer or cardiac ultrasound technologist, is a medical professional whose specialty […]
