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HEALTHCARE
Sonographer
Diagnostic Medical Sonography plays a vital role in helping physicians diagnose and monitor a range of medical conditions, from pregnancy to heart disease and cancer.
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Salary Range Potential:
$65,000+ /YEAR
Education Required:
Certification
Skills Needed:
Active Listening, Problem Solving, Service Inclination, Human Connection
Types of Employers:
Hospitals And Clinics, Physicians' Offices, Medical Centers
Job Description
A diagnostic medical sonographer, also known simply as a sonographer, uses imaging equipment and soundwaves to form images of many parts of the body, known as ultrasounds. They are trained to acquire and analyze these sonographic images. These images are used to help doctors diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Since ultrasound is a non-invasive way to visualize internal organs, it is often the first imaging test performed when disease is detected. Diagnostic medical sonographers, therefore, have an important role in conducting and interpreting initial imaging tests that may help narrow down a patient’s diagnosis and quickly get them the care they need.
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Training Opportunities
Sonography is an imaging modality that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images for diagnosis. Our Diagnostic Medical Sonography program will train you to use imaging equipment and sound waves to generate images of the human body. You will be trained to create and analyze these ultrasounds.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Hinds Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1-2 years
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Hinds Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededActive Listening, Problem Solving, Service Inclination, Human Connection
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Nursing Allied Health Center
ContactLesa Wilson601-376-4821LBWilson@hindscc.edu