Thursday, July 31, 2008

How to Become an Ultrasound Technician

The field for Ultrasound Technicians has increased due to advances in diagnostic science utilizing sound waves. There are now a number of fascinating specialities technicians may go into. Ultrasonographers may specialize in neurosonography (brain), echocardiography (heart), abdominal (kidney, liver, spleen, pancreas), OB GYN (female reproduction), and opthalmalogy (eye). This field also comes with fewer risks than using X-ray for diagnosis.



Step1
Study math, English, computer science, health, and both physical and life sciences in high school.


Step2
Get to know medical terminology.


Step3
Complete an accredited vocational or community college 2-year degree program for Ultrasound Technology.


Step4
Check to be sure your program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, www.caahep.org.


Step5
Register as a professional Ultrasound Technologist with the American Radiological and Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) Association once you've graduated.


Step6
Apply for positions within hospitals and private practice physician offices.

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