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Career: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Job Description
Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles. |
100
|
Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring them to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning them properly. |
100
|
Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort. |
99
|
Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis. |
99
|
Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas. |
99
|
Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape and composition of blood, organs, tissues and bodily masses such as fluid accumulations. |
99
|
Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required. |
98
|
Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results and information from physical examinations. |
98
|
Coordinate work with physicians and other health care team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures. |
98
|
Clean, check and maintain sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary. |
98
|
Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for special examinations and ordering supplies when necessary. |
95
|
Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings. |
92
|
Perform clerical duties such as scheduling exams and special procedures, keeping records and archiving computerized images. |
88
|
Maintain records that include patient information, sonographs and interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, or quality assurance records such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports. |
88
|
Supervise and train students and other medical sonographers. |
86
|
Perform legal and ethical duties including preparing safety and accident reports, obtaining written consent from patient to perform invasive procedures, and reporting symptoms of abuse and neglect. |
85
|
Record and store suitable images, using camera unit connected to the ultrasound equipment. |
64
|
Process and code film from procedures and complete appropriate documentation. |
62
|
Perform medical procedures such as administering oxygen, inserting and removing airways, taking vital signs, and giving emergency treatment, such as first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). |
29
|
Load and unload film cassettes used to record images from procedures. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
85
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
75
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
74
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
74
|
Processing Information
|
72
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
69
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
69
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
69
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
66
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
63
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
62
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
62
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
61
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
61
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
61
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
60
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
57
|
Getting Information
|
56
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
54
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
54
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
52
|
Interacting With Computers
|
51
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
51
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
48
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
47
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
43
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
42
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
40
|
Thinking Creatively
|
38
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
37
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
34
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
33
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
33
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
31
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
30
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
30
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
29
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
21
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
20
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
16
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
10
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|