Cardiac sonographer vs extern-ultrasound technologist

Differences between cardiac sonographer and extern-ultrasound technologist duties and responsibilities

Cardiac sonographer example responsibilities.

• Manage and operate the daily operations and supervision of the radiology ultrasound departments.
• Perform diagnostic testing including echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, bubble studies, carotid dopplers and venous dopplers.
• detect blood clots (deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in the major veins of the legs or arms.
• Experience with m-mode , 2D, Doppler calculations.
• Create detail preliminary reports via a PACS system.
• Provide data collection, and entering for the QA.
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Extern-ultrasound technologist example responsibilities.

• Open and close department independently and also assist surgical staff by managing QC and providing radiopharmaceuticals as needed for procedures.
• Assist the radiology physician in invasive procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis and biopsies.
• Provide preparation and ultrasound guidance for invasive procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, and biopsies.
• Scan for procedures including amniocentesis and thyroid biopsy.
• Assist in preparation for thoracentesis and amniocentesis procedures.
• Perform transvaginal exams and assist in and prepare appropriate equipment for ultrasound guide amniocentesis to ensure efficiency of procedure.
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