How do they match: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

  • Clean, check, and maintain sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary.
  • Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
  • Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.
  • Record and store suitable images, using camera unit connected to the ultrasound equipment.
  • Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.

  • Repair medical facility equipment.
  • Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
  • Clean medical equipment or facilities.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
  • Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
  • Order medical supplies or equipment.
  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.