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Anna Shelton
L. Moore
ENGL 1301
11 Sept 2019
Career Review
science, enabling a person to reach into the lives of others and allowing compassion to play an
outstanding role in practice. Cardiovascular sonography is one of the most noninvasive methods
of diagnosis; where the technician uses special imaging equipment to view the patient's veins,
arteries, valves, and blood vessels, as well as the chambers of the heart. The performance and
low level of intrusion allows patients to feel more at ease with the procedure. This would also
implies that sonography as a practice presents a more inviting and trusting atmosphere for
potentially apprehensive patients. Cardiovascular sonography is an ideal career path for any
wanting to get involved quickly and help others in a new and growing medical practice with
Cardiovascular sonography and the role the job plays in the care of patients; as a practice
is the imaging of the patient’s veins, arteries, valves, and blood vessels, as well as the chambers
of the patients' heart (“A Day In the Life of a Cardiovascular Sonographer”). In other words, as a
cardiovascular ultrasound technician, the technician works using ultrasound to view the patient's
heart and seek critical information to provide information to create a diagnosis for the patient and
their physician. This is vital information that only qualified technicians in their practice are
capable of providing. Occasionally, technicians might even be present for a heart operation or
procedure the doctor is performing. This field also offers a reassuring sensation of gratification
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and fulfillment at the end of each day, knowing that their part was done to reach and improve
others' lives.
Cardiovascular Sonography is a career choice perfect for those wanting to enter the
healthcare field relatively quickly. With all the correct prerequisites, a potential student can enter
the program and graduate completely certified and trained in as little as one year, although a two-
year program is more commonly taken, as opposed to the one-year intensive course. There are
different prerequisite requirements for that specific program, including a two-year Associates
degree in another healthcare field such as nursing or medical sonography. There are also four-
year Bachelor programs available; however, many institutions require only a two-year degree. A
benefit of less schooling required is the cost efficiency it allows, and much of the money spent
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the field of sonography has a 14%
growth increase average, which is “much faster than average.” As well as an expected
employment rate increase of 18,000 jobs between 2018-2028. It was even ranked in an article in
U.S. News as “the #4 in terms of best healthcare support jobs” (Ultrasound Schools Info). The
as a Neuro sonographer. The cause of the sudden increase in the demand for cardiovascular
sonographers links back to the fact that over the next decade the “aging baby boomer
population” will require the medical attention that sonographers provide via new medical
equipment used for diagnosis. The BLS states that “the need to diagnose medical conditions —
such as blood clots and heart disease — will likely increase. Imaging technology is a tool used in
making these diagnoses.” (EPCI University). In addition, sonography has easily one of the least
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stressful work environments. In 2017, diagnostic medical sonographers were “rated as the least
Cardiovascular sonography also benefits as a gateway to the rest of the medical field
should a technician decide to expand beyond the field of diagnostic sonography. The education
required for diagnostic sonography can account for and carry over as prerequisites for potential
students seeking their BSN after already acquiring the previous certification. Sonography
additionally plays as a useful career to gain experience in a part of the medical field. With
relatively relaxed hours and low-stress situations in the day-to-day practice, technicians have a
peaceful introduction to the medical field that can allow them to become familiar with the overall
environment. Technicians will already have built the interpersonal interactions with both patients
and superior physicians and be accustomed to the standards and social interactions built and
considered by any person with a desire to get involved in the medical field. With accelerated
education options, high job demand and growth expectation making availability high, easy hours
and guaranteed stability as well as high initial salary, it is arguably one of the best jobs currently
in the medical field. It additionally provides possibilities beyond the parameters of diagnostic
sonography within itself, allowing for even more growth in a career path. It also provides
gratification in regards to the appeal for a fulfilling reassurance of compassion being exhibited in
the day-to-day work as a technician. Interacting with the patients in need of medical attention
and care can bring this satisfaction to practitioners. In conclusion, diagnostic cardiovascular
sonography should be considered by any with an interest in the medical field seeking a high
Works Cited
Pegschools. “How to Become a Sonographer.” American College for Medical Careers, 28 Aug.
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Kauflin, Jeff. “The 10 Least Stressful Jobs In 2017.” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 18 Jan. 2017,