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What training is required to be a sonographer?
Sonographers (diagnostic medical sonographers) get an associate's or bachelor's degree from a DMS program at a health care college. They spend anywhere from a year to four years in school, complete a sonography externship, and can choose to get certified.
How long does it take to obtain a medical transcription certification from a school?
A medical transcriptionist certification takes one year to complete. Certification is not always required, but it is highly recommended
What is required to be a med tech?
To obtain a medical technician certification, you will normally be required to have an associates' or bachelors degree medical technology or medical sciences.
Where can I get a diagnostic medical sonography certification?
To get a diagnostic medical sonography certification, one would first need to take required coursework in biology and chemistry, and then pass the certification exam.
What kind of certification testing will I need to pass after I complete my medical transcription training?
There is no certification testing required by law to become a medical transcriptionist, therefore the only certification you will require is what is mandated by your training program to get your certificate.
Can rpn's receive ACLS certification?
Yes, RPN's can receive their ACLS certification. Any medical provider can get their ACLS. It is recommended to have BLS certification prior, but not required.
What do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make in WV?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage of diagnostic medical sonographers was $61,980 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent of sonographers earned wages between $52,570 and $73,680 a year. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $43,600, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $83,950. Median annual wages of diagnostic medical sonographers in May 2008 were $62,340 in offices of physicians and $61,870 in general medical and surgical hospitals.
What certifications are required for medical assistant?
National Certification Career Association for Certified Clinical Medical Assistant/Specialist
What certification exams are available for ultrasound technicians?
Although no State requires licensure in diagnostic medical sonography, organizations such as the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certify the skills and knowledge of sonographers through credentialing, including registration. Because registration provides an independent, objective measure of an individual's professional standing, many employers prefer to hire registered sonographers. Sonographers registered by the ARDMS are Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS). Registration with ARDMS requires passing a general physical principles and instrumentation examination, in addition to passing an exam in a specialty such as obstetric and gynecologic sonography, abdominal sonography, or neurosonography. Sonographers must complete a required number of continuing education hours to maintain registration with the ARDMS and to stay abreast of technological advancements related to the occupation.Sonographers need good communication and interpersonal skills because they must be able to explain technical procedures and results to their patients, some of whom may be nervous about the exam or the problems it may reveal. Good hand-eye coordination is particularly important to obtaining quality images. It is also important that sonographers enjoy learning because continuing education is the key to sonographers staying abreast of the ever-changing field of diagnostic medicine. A background in mathematics and science is helpful for sonographers as well.
do ultrasound techs need a degree?
Yes, ultrasound technicians should have at least a two year/associates degree. Many healthcare institutions also require certification from the ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) www.ultrasoundtechnicianschools.org is a good resource for information on ultrasound technicians/sonographers and offers a search for programs offered in your area as well as several online opportunities.
What is the contact information for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers?
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, 600 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 360, Rockville, MD 20852-1150. (301) 738-8401 or (800) 541-9754.
Medical condition associated with diagnostic sonographer?
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers specialize in a number of areas. Some include the following.Obstetric and gynecologicAbdominalNeurosonographersBreastvascularcardiac
