1. Q: ​What is your current position and job title?

A: ​I’m currently per diem. I am a diagnostic medical sonographer

2. Q: ​What is your education/background?
A:​ I have an associates degree. I did 2.5 years of straight schooling then 6
months of internship.
3. Q: ​Do you have any special experiences related to ultrasounds?
A:​ Only experience I have is getting ultrasounds as a teen which sparked my
interest in the field!
4. Q: ​What is your favorite part of your job?
A: ​I love that each day is different. I never know what kind of day I’m walking into
and that’s what keeps it interesting. I also love meeting new people, the patients,
and have the best stories.
5. Q: ​What college did you go to and for how many years?
A: ​Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. 3 Year Program
6. Q: ​What’s your least favorite part of your job?
A: ​That’s a rough one. Probably when outpatients come late or don’t follow
directions and don’t fill their bladder.
7. Q: ​What advice would you give someone wanting to go into this field of study?
A: ​Go for it! Soak up all the information like a sponge. Ask questions, lots of
questions. It’s how you learn. Also, don’t be afraid, jump right in.
8. Q: ​What was the hardest part of getting where you’re at?
A: ​College classes were difficult, especially because I’m horrible at taking tests.
The boards were also pretty stressful.
9. Q: ​Why is this job field important to the medical field?
A: ​Ultrasound is super important! It’s noninvasive and no radiation
10. Q: ​How has this career changed you as a person?
A: ​It has really opened my eyes up. You don’t realize how rough some people
have it. It makes you truly appreciate what you have, the family and friends you
have, and just life itself. Sadly, it seems the nicest people are the ones who have
cancer or are dying.