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Ultrasound Tech Salary | Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Income & Job Duties
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- Опубликовано: 15 авг 2024
- Ultrasound tech salary (income) statistics, job overview, education requirements, and more. Learn how to become a diagnostic medical sonographer (ultrasound tech), and how much money they make.
Ultrasound technicians, also known as diagnostic medical sonographers, operate special imaging equipment to create images of tissue or to conduct tests. These images are called sonograms or ultrasounds. Physicians use these image or test results to assess or diagnose medical conditions or to monitor a baby's development in the womb.
In this article (and video), you'll learn about the job duties, types, education requirements, likes and dislikes, and salary information for ultrasound techs or other diagnostic medical sonographers.
Ultrasound Tech (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) Job Duties
What does an ultrasound tech do on a daily basis? What are the job duties of a diagnostic medical sonographer? These individuals typically do the following tasks:
•Prepare patients for procedures by taking a patient’s medical history and answering any questions about the procedure
•Prepare and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment
•Operate equipment to obtain diagnostic images or to conduct tests
•Review images or test results to check for quality and adequate coverage of the areas needed for diagnoses
•Recognize the difference between normal and abnormal images and other diagnostic information
•Analyze diagnostic information to provide a summary of findings for physicians
•Record findings and keep track of patients’ records
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I have a question for you. Can you just earn a certification in the field, or do you need a degree?
Watching this video changed my life!
Thank you so much for posting this video!
A couple of years ago I had no idea what to do with myself... after watching this video I was intrigued to pursue ultrasound. Found an accredited program, got in first time applying, graduated, and here I am going on my third registry!!!
To this day I remember this post and was talking to my friend about it the other day. She suggested I contact you and let you know. You literally diverted my life! I kno, so weird that a video can do that! I just wanted you to kno how you’ve impacted my life! 💕💗💕💗
A thousand thank you’s!!!
Thanks for your comment, Nicky. I'm so glad that you were able to find a career that is a good fit for you, and I'm honored that I could be a help in that decision. May God bless you on your journey.
-Ben
In my first semester, A's in all courses thus far, and beginning clinicals in a week. I am going to keep pushing.
Thank you so much for this breakdown, I am truly excited about embarking on my new journey, this will be the first time I am enrolled in college I can't wait to start my classes!
+mizzkii82 You're very welcome! I wish you the best in your studies :) Thanks for your comment! -Ben
Hi anahata can I ask you where are you studying ultrasound cuz I have just finished my bachelor's in radiography I want to do masters in ultrasound
This is what I'm going to school for !
I would like to know a few things...
1) What are the differences in job advancements between an RN and a DMS?
2) What is the ease of ability to be able to land a job is you decide to relocate?
3) Are you able to become an RN, or DMS, and then cross over to the other field, and later combine them?
+Jose Delgado .... One more question....I know as an RN you must renew your licence I believe every two years and I was told you do it obtaining CME's, and then by taking the NCLEX-RN refresher exam.....Is this correct? ....and does a DMS have to do the same thing to renew their license?
+Jose Delgado 1. RNs have better job advancement opportunities in my opinion, because there are a lot more specialties and industries in which you can work.
2. It really depends on the job market in the area in which you plan to move, and your area of focus as a DMS.
3. It depends on your state regulations. Some states only want you to practice in your highest scope of practice. You'd have to contact the state board of nursing for more information regarding that.
4. I renew my license by paying a fee. I have never had to take an NCLEX-RN refresher course. You do have to take continuing education courses over the years.
Thanks for your questions!
1) RNs have more job advancements. For sonographers, you can be a lead tech or manager but that’s about it.
2) Anything outside of CA is a higher chance of landing a job with sonography. CA is so saturated that other states throw money at DMS grads to move and work for them instead.
3) Yes, you can cross over to either field. I know of an RN, still an RN, and is also doing OB sonography. Some sonographers transition to nursing because of lack of opportunities in their own state.
As far as registries, there’s no license renewal for DMS but it’s encouraged to have more than one registry. Typically, RDMS in Abdomen, OB and Vascular are the most common (all three of them). Plus CEUs to maintain your license.
great video. . i want to be an RN but after this video i don't know anymore? i think it's because I don't feel smart enough to pass nursing school
+Mariela Orozco Thank you very much for your comment, Mariela! They are both great careers. I totally understand about not feeling smart enough...I was the same EXACT way...I constantly stressed about it, but glad I didn't let that hold me back. I have a video I made on not feeling smart enough for nursing school that may help encourage you: ruclips.net/video/668Ke3NyiVQ/видео.html
Just know you're not alone in your feelings and it is very normal. I wish you the best and either route you go is a great choice :)
You have to take physics
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A common misconception is that ultrasound is much easier than nursing school. I promise you it’s not. I am not a nurse, but I know that their schedule and workload in school is rigorous. However, I am a sonographer and I can tell you that the workload and schedule is also rigorous. It is very competitive to get into a sonography program, as well as starting off with a set work schedule once you graduate. Once you get into a program, you have to pass a physics board exam which is 175 questions in three hours. That does not make you a register sonographer though. SPI is a gateway board exam for your actual registries. You cannot take your actual registries without passing the physics exam. However, once you pass it, then, you can sit for the board exam corresponding to your school’s concentration. (Vascular, echo, general) my students usually think that once they graduate, all the studying stops. It actually continues for years and years after you graduate because every sonographer is constantly wanting to get the next registry. And each registry is equally long and difficult to pass. But not impossible. This is not to discourage you, but to let you know what you would be getting into for ultrasound.
Sonography student here, sonography is way more competitive.
As a Sonographer, I will tell you now that working at a hospital is at no point laid back. Imagine jamming your wrist into someone with a BMI for 71 to obtain a 3mm Common Bile duct measurement. Or if you work in a hospital, you watch us bring a machine on the floor for intubated patients. This involved a lot of uncomfortable positions and physical wear and tear on our bodies. No one hires certificate graduates anymore. Some hospitals have clinical ladders for ultrasound too.
i’m even more nervous going into this profession now! i’m 17 and i had no idea what i was gonna do with my life and just researched and dedicated myself to being a sonographer. but it seems so difficult idk if i’d be able to do it :(
Amen! I do this too. It sucks! Everyone is so morbidly obese. They dont tell you that in school. I hate this job I do cardiac ultrasound. Mine is even worse!
VEANNE you can do anything you put your mind to :)
@@veanne did u end up pursuing sonography?
I watch almost all of your videos, the info is great..but the camera focus is often buggy. If possible, I would suggest you move the camera back about a foot or two, or wear a dark shirt/dark marker. Keep up the great videos!
+Woodscrafters Apprentice Thanks for watching, and I appreciate your input. We are currently reviewing our options for better lighting/camera quality, and/or adjusting the zoom. Thanks again!
I’m planning on going to my near by community college, is there any recommendations of a good college to go to for my masters (in la)
Which career path do you think is better Sonography or Radiation Therapy
Thank you! This is wonderful information :) makes me more determined to reach my goal to be a DMs
Awesome video. I can’t wait to start my RVT career , even tho I am a guy but I’m very excited and passionate to enter this profession. Thank you so much your videos .
Sonography is not just for females
You guys should do a video on MRI techs
So I'm really considering this career route. Only problem is that I'm nervous about how time consuming/difficult a DMS program will be. The thing is that I already have a BA in a different field so I know what to expect. But the fact that it's in the medical field is very intimidating. Any tips to overcoming this trepidation? 😕
+Diana Bahena If you already have a BA, that proves you're teachable. As long as you have the drive and discipline, you'll do great. Believe in yourself, and remind yourself that you've already obtained one degree---something a lot of people never do. Just remember: winners never quit, and quitters never win. I wish you the best of luck if you decide to pursue this profession. -Ben
With a BA, you can immediately sit for the DMS registry exam after you finish your Associate (in DMS of course). But make sure your program is CAAHEP-Accredited before you start!!! Google their list of schools and see if there’s one near you. The hiring process is already brutal, and not coming from a CAAHEP-accredited school will only make it worse. Trust me!
@@DaWahine79 Ummm you can sit for the boards after you graduate from an accredited school. No correlation to a BA and registries.
Evan, Sonographer, RDMS
I live in CA and have been considering becoming a RN for a long time now and I have just applied and sent everything off to the program and all I have left is the TEAS exam, but lately I have been feeling really down and having some really low thoughts about the program. The schools and programs out here are very competitive and I don't think that my grades and GPA are going to be my key into the program. I've been looking for a back up plan and have been considering this, but I have another questions; Do you need other educational requirements for this? I will be receiving my associates in Allied Health in May or can I just go into it with that?
+Jayna Holman Hello, Jayna. I know it is easy to doubt yourself, but you shouldn't give up so soon on nursing. My wife also doubted herself and often felt like she wasn't smart enough. She even made a video about this. However, she ended up graduating with honors. If you don't do nursing, ultrasound tech is another great career option. This video covered the basic requirements, but it's always best to look up programs in your area to see the exact curriculum and requirements. Just make sure it is accredited. By the way, you seem intelligent enough to me--you have excellent writing skills (far better than most comments we get, lol). Thanks so much, and hang in there! -Ben, the guy in the video.
How can I find non-profit schools offering this course?
+Adrian Garcia I would look for universities and community colleges in your area to see what type of programs are available. You can use Google or a phone book to look up colleges/schools in your area. You can then see what programs they offer and how much they cost.
+RegisteredNurseRN Thank you, I will do some research.
thank you so much !! for breaking down this career
Which is better career on all aspects, salary, etc.
, nurse or sonographer?
+Erika saucedo Personally, I think nursing is because there are many advancement opportunities (meaning more money), job positions, and specialties available than a sonographer. Both are great careers but in terms of options nursing is a better fit. I hope that helps :) -Sarah
RegisteredNurseRN thank you
@@RegisteredNurseRN Yess!!
I'm really interested in a sonography career, but I'm concerned that ultrasound techs could be eventually replaced by robots/advanced technology. I hope I'm wrong.
Sonographers are diagnosticians and all systems are user dependent. Technology is a long, long way from replacing DMS. However XR, CT and MRI techs could be replaced much sooner.
So I only have my HS diploma...never went to college. I'm thinking about becoming a DMS. It seems like most of the ppl commenting here already have AAs or BAs. Can anyone tell me where to start? What requirements r needed? I live in LA county, if that helps. Ty.
Working on it
Okay so in order for me to go into the sonography program I need an associates degree with a lot of clinical hours. Would ot assistant be fine?
Love your channel yo👏👏👏
would it be OK if a dude was thinking about this career ?
+Kishun Barker Definitely. Many men do this career.
RegisteredNurseRN thanks ☺☺☺
+Kishun Barker many women are discriminatory to men in this field. You might get hired in large cities like NYC, ATL, MIA, LA, and CHI, but the most southern states and conservative mid to small cities only hire me for lousy night shifts! the pay is good tho.
What about neurosonography ?
Peds and NS have been combined.
Thank you sir. This was very helpful.
Does ultrasound tech write reports and interpret images or its radiologist jobs?
Is sonography program accredit by Council on Occupational Education count as accredit? Am I allow to take ardms exam by not accredit by caahep? I see most of them are accredit for caahep for ardms.
Hello and thank you for your informative video! Is there any free training out there for Ultrasound Tech certification - other than military? Thanks, Ed.
+Ed G Thanks for your question, Ed. I don't know of any programs that are free. However, there may be scholarships or financial aid available, depending on your state. You may want to use a search engine to see if you can find any scholarship or financial aid programs that will help you cover your cost. In addition, there are some tax credits available as well.
Lol free?
Hi I just went to couple college to see the this program however I'm 38 years old resident at Florida state and I want to grow up professional do you think still I will have chance at my age in this area ?
Hello, i have chronic Hepatitis B . Can I become medical ultrasound sonography or no?
Great video c:
+jenn gonzalez Thank you very much for your comment...much appreciated!
Thanks
What online schools would you recommend? Or some schools around the Baltimore area?
+Jazmin B Thanks for your question. I'm not familiar with the Baltimore area. You may want to search for a list of online programs in your area. The key is to make sure it's accredited. I wish you the best of luck!
Is it true that it’s harder for men to become sonography techs due to most women not wanting to be touched by the opposite sex?
can you do a video about cardiovascularographgy?
It is called echocardiography. There’s adult echocardiography, and fetal echocardiography.
Unless you mean vascular. Both are very different. Echocardiography focuses mainly on the heart. Vascular focuses on the entire vascular system of the body.
Can a Pharmacist be a sonologist...?plz guide me in his regard..
how many hours do they work in a day ?
+Luis Galvan Depends on the facility. Many in doctor's offices work a more traditional 8-4 or 9-5. In hospitals may have more of a 12-hour shift. You may want to check job listings in your area for details. Thanks so much for your comment!
I'm a junior in high school soon to be senior. Do I have to do chemistry my senior year? I'm already thinking about physics and I currently do anatomy and physiology
+the smartistic Great question! It really depends on what the ultrasound program requires as a pre-req. I would look at the school you want to attend and see if they require you to take chemistry. Or email a person over the program and ask them. I hope that helps :)
+RegisteredNurseRN thank you!
I am definitely going this route, but the school I'm looking into is not accredited by CAAHEP, but it is accredited by ABHES. Is this a good accreditation to have? I have been searching for the answer to this question for a long time now, but I can't seem to find anybody who can answer it. (Also, I live in Texas if that matters)
Curious to know what progress you made since this comment. I have the same question regarding the accreditation
Heard it is difficult to find a job. Is that true
does having a bachelors degree increase my salary
No, experience increases ur salary.
How long does it take to get your bachelors degree
jessica lorraine 4 yrs 😃
Is male discrimination really that bad? I can overcome but I hear you need an observer when working with females
That is not the worst part, getting hired is the hardest part. Nobody wants to talk about that, but good thing i found out about it before wasting $50,000 dollars on a useless degree. Female are always preferred, no one wants to hire a male sonographer.
Really??? I prefer male everything. Dr, obgyn, delivery dr, ultrasound person, everything.
Hello mam I am a ultrasound technician. Can I get job in your area...
👏👏👏
I’d rather do MRI.
I currently work 2 jobs and cleared over $200k last year. I work a lot of overtime but I don't mind. Can I expect to make anything close to that if I hustle a bit with overtime? Second job? Per diem or whatever?
Hi! I’m currently thinking about getting my certificate, im a high school graduate and I was wondering if I could get a job with just the certificate
Hey so I really want to do this but I have bad back pains will this job strain my back
I have read it will strain your back, shoulder, arm and wrist. I’m sure there are other things we won’t find out til we’re immersed in it.
Never go in to echo! The patients are too fat! You will burn your shoulder out in two years! The patients are getting fatter. Not skinnier. Also, its all about the money. The more they can get you to do the better off the hospital or practice is financially. Echo ultrasound is the worst. Do not try it. Your body can not take the constant pressure needed to get an image. Everybody is fat. I wish someone told me that before I started this career. I am in constant pain. I take Aleve everyday. I hate this career. Think twice about this! Ultrasound is the worst career you can have. I am in year 15 of my career. I hate it!
does vascular sonography also deal with fatter patients? what area do you think is the easiest to specialize in? i’m planning on taking general for now! :) i hope your situation gets better though!!
@@veanne Just now seeing your reply sorry about that. Vascular is no better. Especially lower extremities. Only upper vascular is okay. Meaning carotid and cranial imaging. Patients now a days are all morbidly obese. It takes double the time and double the effort to work on obese patients. Nobody wants to work on obese patients. They run the other way if your obese. Something you will find out if you pursue this career. My opinion is stay away from healthcare. Go into something else. Healthcare sucks. Everybody is fat. Run away now from all ultrasound modalities. Nothing about this career is good.
I am sure u dont hate the money ☺️