Pregledni rad
https://doi.org/10.55378/rv.49.2.4
Education of radiological technologists in the workplace of sonographers in different countries
Josipa Silić
; University of Split, Faculty of Health Sciences, Split, Croatia
Tatjana Matijaš
orcid.org/0000-0003-0494-1601
; University of Split, Faculty of Health Sciences, Split, Croatia
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Sažetak
Ultrasound is one of the most commonly used imaging modalities and a vital non-invasive diagnostic tool in modern medicine. This paper provides an overview of the education of radiologic technologists who work as sonographers in different countries and analyzes key areas of their practice, including cardiac, obstetric, and abdominal ultrasound. The role of sonographers in everyday clinical practice is examined as well as the educational guidelines necessary to acquire the competencies needed for standardized, high-quality work. In many countries, radiologic technologists with additional training assume the role of sonographers, which helps to alleviate the burden on the already strained healthcare workforce. The application of artificial intelligence (AI) is also discussed, as its use raises new ethical questions and considerations regarding competency acquisition. Based on international examples, this paper highlights the need for a legally and formally recognized educational pathway for radiologic technologists who wish to work as sonographers.
Ključne riječi
competencies; education; radiologic technologists; sonographers; ultrasound
Hrčak ID:
337283
URI
Datum izdavanja:
4.11.2025.
Posjeta: 23 *