Ultrasound technologist vs registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer

Differences between ultrasound technologist and registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer duties and responsibilities

Ultrasound technologist example responsibilities.

• Perform ABIs while the vascular technologist perform the ultrasound to help with achieving a timely schedule.
• Accomplish general ultrasounds centered on abdominal, OB-GYN, small parts, pelvic (male), and vascular.
• Train new students how to perform PVR, segmental and ABI studies
• Assist and independently perform 2D echo studies using m-mode, color flow, spectral and tissue Doppler, measurements and calculations.
• Provide outpatient ultrasound studies in vascular, observe in echocardiogram
• Perform a variety of procedures including abdomen, vascular and gynecology exams.
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Registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer example responsibilities.

• Used EMR to view, confirm and change test orders and schedule patients for exams.
• Maximize patient satisfaction by customizing exam room to ensure patient comfort; consistently request by returning patients to provide follow-up care.
• Coordinate patient schedules with cardiac stress and nuclear departments.