263531 Sonographer

Registration or licensing may be required.

Cardiac Technicians are excluded from this occupation. Cardiac Technicians are included in Occupation 263932 Cardiac Physiologist.

• Cardiac Sonographer
• Vascular Sonographer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Makes adjustments to patient position, and operates and adjusts ultrasound equipment using appropriate settings to obtain optimal diagnostic images
• Analyses images and reports on findings for medical practitioners to interpret and provide diagnosis
• Explains procedures to patients, answers questions, and ensures safety and comfort throughout the examination
• Maintains and calibrates ultrasound equipment to ensure accuracy and quality of images
• Adheres to safety protocols and infection control measures during ultrasound procedures