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Average Salary & Job Outlook
Ultrasound and Sonography Technicians Median wages (2009) $ 62,452 annual
U.S. Minimum Wage
$10,712 Annually
In 2009, ultrasoundand sonography technicians earned an average
of $62,452. Those with more on the job experience
and higher job positions can earn up to $73,500 yearly.
Like many healthcare positions ultrasound and sonography technician
jobs are expected to grow much faster than over jobs. National
trends tell us that there will be a 35% increase in positions
through 2014. Since people are becoming more health conscience
and want therapeutic aftercare the need for ultrasound and
sonography technicians will increase. Job growth also stems
from constant advancements in medical technology.
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Ultrasound & Sonography Technicians
Ultrasound and sonography technicians play a vital role in diagnosing patient’s internal organ problems. People who are technology minded and who have an interest in the healthcare field are likely to do well in this career.
What do Ultrasound and Sonography Technicians do?
The main job ultrasound and sonography technicians have is using the diagnostic imaging method called ultrasonography to detect various medical conditions in patients. They channel high frequency sound waves into patient’s bodies to create an on screen image of what’s going on internally. This method can be used to make a diagnosis of illnesses as well as examining fetuses in pregnant women.
Ultrasound and sonography technicians:
- Operate ultrasound equipment
- Execute equipment repairs
- Observe patient during testing
- Measure and calculate test results
- Process ultrasound film
- Make preliminary result reports
Ultrasound and sonography technicians help prepare patients for their exams by explaining the procedure, getting written consent and taking them to the ultrasound table, They must also get the patient physically prepared by applying gel to the skin to help transmission and getting patient’s into the proper positions.
These technicians must have good communication and writing skills. They have to provide an oral and written summary of the sonogram findings to the attending doctor to use in the patients medical diagnosis.
In 2009, ultrasound and sonography technicians earned an average of $62,452.
Those with more on the job experience and higher job positions can earn up
to $73,500 yearly.
Like many healthcare positions ultrasound and sonography technician jobs are expected to grow much faster than other jobs. National trends estimate a 35% increase in positions through 2014. Since people are becoming more health conscience and want therapeutic aftercare, the need for ultrasound and sonography technicians will increase. Job growth also stems from constant advancements in medical technology.
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