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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

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This source lists 19 tasks, including 18 marked Core and 1 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 432 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.

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Core · Task 431 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.

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Core · Task 435 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.

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Core · Task 433 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.

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Core · Task 434 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.

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Core · Task 436 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.

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Core · Task 437 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings.

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Core · Task 439 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results or information from physical examinations.

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Core · Task 442 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Coordinate work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures.

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Core · Task 440 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring patient to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning patient properly.

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Core · Task 443 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Maintain records that include patient information, sonographs and interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, or quality assurance records, such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports.

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Core · Task 441 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Record and store suitable images, using camera unit connected to the ultrasound equipment.

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Core · Task 448 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Perform clerical duties, such as scheduling exams or special procedures, keeping records, or archiving computerized images.

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Core · Task 447 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Clean, check, and maintain sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary.

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Core · Task 445 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Supervise or train students or other medical sonographers.

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Core · Task 449 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Perform medical procedures, such as administering oxygen, inserting and removing airways, taking vital signs, or giving emergency treatment, such as first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

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Core · Task 446 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for special examinations and ordering supplies when necessary.

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Core · Task 444 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Perform legal and ethical duties, including preparing safety or accident reports, obtaining written consent from patient to perform invasive procedures, or reporting symptoms of abuse or neglect.

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Supplemental · Task 438 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Process and code film from procedures and complete appropriate documentation.

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