Ultrasound technicians use sound waves to create images of a patient's internal tissue and structures. The ultrasound technician then assists a physician in interpreting the imaging in order to provide the patient an accurate diagnosis. Ultrasound technicians also interact directly with ill patients, record patient information, prepare patient histories, and manage and maintain ultrasound facilities and equipment. See similar questions...

Ultrasound technicians train at vocational schools and four-year colleges and universities. Ultrasound technician programs offer basic certificates, two-year Associate degrees (Associate in Specialized Technology Degree, for example), and/or four-year Bachelor degrees. Upon completion of an ultrasound technician program, some technicians earn additional credentials, such as registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). See similar questions...

Yes. Becoming a registered ultrasound technician or sonographer through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) will increase your credibility with potential employers at hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities. Increasingly, the ARDMS credential is becoming a condition of employment for ultrasound technicians. See similar questions...

Ultrasound allows us to see the soft tissues in your body. Sound waves bounce off of things. You may be familiar with the use of sonar in submarines! The Ultrasound machine converts the echoes (or bounces of sound waves) into pictures. We can tell a lot about the contents of various parts of the body by using this simple, easily tolerated test. Ultrasound does not show us your bone structure; x-rays do that very well. The gall bladder is commonly evaluated with Ultrasound as a first test. See similar questions...

During ultrasound technician training, students receive hands-on instruction in sonographic physics and instrumentation, gray scale and color-flow Doppler sonography, human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and ethics, and other subjects. Many ultrasound training programs also require the completion of an unpaid clinical externship in a professional ultrasound facility. See similar questions...

ultrasound test is a radiology technique, which uses high- frequency sound waves to produce images of the organs and structures of the body. The sound waves are sent through body tissues with a device called a transducer. The transducer is placed directly on top of the skin, which has a gel applied to the surface. The sound waves that are sent by the transducer through the body are then reflected by internal structures as "echoes. See similar questions...

Ultrasound forms images of the breast utilizing sound waves, not X-rays. No compression is required; a warm gel is placed on the skin and an ultrasound probe is rubbed over the skin to obtain the image. Ultrasound can often show abnormalities which might go undetected on mammography due to extremely dense breast tissue. Ultrasound is used most commonly in conjunction with mammography, not as a replacement for mammography. See similar questions...

Transvaginal ultrasounds are performed by our nursing staff or physicians, when necessary. All of our nursing and medical staff have been trained in ultrasonography, our office is certified by the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), and our nurses either have RDMS certifications or are in the process of completing the certification. See similar questions...

A certified technician monitors the patient's comfort by adjusting intensity. Technicians treat as a patient directs to areas of pain and adjusts the frequency as the biofeedback directs. See similar questions...

Diving Medicine is a specialized area of medical science dealing with the biological effects of the undersea environment on health and safety. In addition to treating diving injuries, a diving physician must also make decisions regarding the "fitness" of an individual to dive. A number of courses in diving medicine are offered each year that allow physicians and other professionals the opportunity to stay current in diving medical issues. See similar questions...

ophthalmic technician is a highly trained paramedical professional who is familiar with eye disease, refraction, contact lens fitting, and post-operative and pre-operative evaluation. See similar questions...

Anyone can become a technician by attending training and purchasing equipment, however, since these are Class II medical devices they must be used under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner (Doctors, Naturopaths, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, etc.). It is best to be aligned with a medical practitioner prior to becoming trained. The Electro-Acuscope and Electro-Myopulse devices create a powerful new income stream for any medical practice. See similar questions...

Lab technicians work in commercial laboratories with 2 to 10 technician, private dental offices, manufacturing companies, hospitals, self-employed. Some very large laboratories hire as many as 1,000 technicians. See similar questions...

All members of the Snowbirds are Canadian Forces personnel who have accumulated years of military experience prior to joining the squadron. Each year, military pilots and technicians who aspire to be in the squadron apply for a position with the Snowbirds. They are selected based on skill and experience. Additionally, pilots undergo a rigorous series of try-outs to evaluate their formation-flying proficiency. See similar questions...

A pharmacy technician has numerous responsibilities both behind the counter and on the floor of both retail and hospital pharmacies. Some of a pharmacy technician’s duties might include preparing prescription labels, pricing and filling prescriptions, establishing and maintaining patient profiles, preparing insurance claim forms, and stocking and taking inventory of prescription and over-the-counter medications. See similar questions...

Pharmacy technicians generally work in clean, organized, well-lighted and well-ventilated areas in retail and mail-order pharmacies or hospitals. Most of their workdays are spent on their feet, and they may be required to lift heavy boxes or use stepladders to retrieve supplies from high shelves. Technicians work the same hours as pharmacists, which may include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. See similar questions...

If the provider is late and fails to call, please call us ASAP or send us an email so that we can contact the technician to reschedule or reassign the appointment. See similar questions...

Your time is important and our technicians strive to arrive promptly as scheduled. If we miss an appointment and have not contacted you, please call 1-888-238-7374 (888-ADT-RESI) and select the option to inquire about a pending service request. An ADT service dispatcher will quickly assist you. See similar questions...