Ultrasound techs work in both offices and hospitals.
Ultrasound techs are professionally known as diagnostic medical sonographers. Ultrasound techs produce visual images of the soft tissue within the body to help physicians make proper diagnoses.
Salary
The average annual salary for an ultrasound tech was almost $62,000 in May 2008, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salaries for all ultrasound techs ranged from about $40,000 to as much as almost $84,000 per year. Ultrasound techs who worked in physicians offices made slightly more than those employed at hospitals during this same time.
Advancement
Ultrasound techs may advance and potentially make a higher income by obtaining education or certification in more than one specialty. Areas of specialty include cardiac, breast, nervous system and obstetrics. In this way, ultrasound techs sometimes advance to supervisory or administrative positions.
Jobs
Job prospects in the field of diagnostic medical imaging should remain good. Relocating as needed and completing additional education or credentials will lead to the best job opportunities.
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