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- job security? Employment of diagnostic medical sonographers is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2014 as the population grows and ages, increasing the demand for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic technology.
- flexibility? Sonographers work in hospitals, imaging centers, doctors’ offices, mobile units and schools. They work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). They can travel for short-term assignments.
- financial rewards? According to the Department of Labor, the highest 10 percent earned more than $72,230 in 2004. Today that percentage and number are even higher.
- personal rewards? Sonographers provide information to assist the physician in diagnosing and recommending treatments that benefit the patient.
- entrepreneurial opportunities? Sonographers can own their own companies, contracting their services or operating a mobile unit.
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