LIFE UPDATE : Why I Left Ultrasound

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Жыл бұрын

WELCOME BACK 🤍
In this video I share my personal experience with working as a sonographer as a new grad back in 2020. This is not a video to discourage anyone from becoming a sonographer. These were just a few of the reasons why I decided to step back from the profession. Maybe knowing some of these reasons can better help you better prepare mentally and physically for this career.
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@anonnnymousthegreat Жыл бұрын

As an ultrasound tech myself, I appreciate your honesty about your personal experience with working in ultrasound. I tell people all the time who assume ultrasound is easy to do, that ultrasound techs make the career look easy. Being an ultrasound tech is not for everyone. I work in a hospital and people have no idea how physically demanding the job is along with having to know everything else when it comes to protocols and how to work with other depts in the hospital overall.

@punishr41 7 ай бұрын

Great platform. Anyone thinking about going into this don’t do it, or at least have a backup plan. This job is hard, no chance of upward mobility and nobody respects you. They look at you as a simple button pusher, but you’re not. You physically have to get the images needed which can be exhausting. If you get better doctors and hospitals just add more patients for you. This would be a dream job if they capped the amount of patients you’re allowed a day, but they won’t and you’ll eventually have chronic musculoskeletal issues.

@METALMOLLI01 Жыл бұрын

Oh no! :( I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. I just started working as a (Echo) Sonographer 3 months ago. It's been interesting, challenging, fun, scary, exciting, frustrating but overall, rewarding. Physically, I don't think I'm feeling it that much "yet" and hopefully, it won't get too bad. Thank you for sharing your experience!

@Evianaself Жыл бұрын

Update ?

@METALMOLLI01 Жыл бұрын

@@Evianaself It's still been the same in a lot of ways but, a lot less scary because I'm more comfortable and confident. I'm still learning something new everyday. I love it.

@user-ss5ux1rg1j 10 ай бұрын

I been graduated for vascular ultrasound and studying for my registration ! I am not sure I can do this career and I have my doubts ! but I feel bad somehow cause been put my whole 2 years to study and i was struggling ! I am so lost . Thank you for sharing this . At least i know I am not only one

@Emxvly.02 6 ай бұрын

@@user-ss5ux1rg1jhi I’m doing echo and vascular and I’m unsure of my choice. How are you doing? Are you still in it?

@honeyb7495 5 ай бұрын

Did you have to be good at math? I really want to try Sonography but I am terrified of math and physics because I struggle very bad at it. Is it possible for a person who knows nothing about math to do this?

@lolgeselle Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story! ❤️ It is important for students and future prospects to hear this. It’s nothing against you, it just wasn’t for you, and that’s okay too!! I’m so proud of you for being vulnerable about the field!

@amyhernandez6563 Жыл бұрын

I feel so discouraged right now. I am a student and my current clinic site is awful. I barely get to scan and when I try to comp they rip my images apart 😣🥺😢😭. Techs don’t want to help future techs.

@Morganthebandgeek 9 ай бұрын

If this is your passion? Don't QUIT! YOU CAN DO THIS!

@mothrakaiju7344 2 ай бұрын

This is how I feel scanning practice feels like your asking them to help you pull teeth

@Emxvly.02 Ай бұрын

@@mothrakaiju7344 I’m sure they’re helpful while you’re scanning. Afterwards if something is not to their liking oh yeah you’ll have to redo it.

@Alison-zc7qb Ай бұрын

Don’t lolz i know its been about 10 months i will tell you as a 3rd year nursing student, they treat us like that to, it’s not personal, they’re just at work…trying to get through the day and unfortunately we slow them down. But get what you can from the experience, take notes and keep trying your best you’ll do well. Any updates ?

@veanne Жыл бұрын

aww it's all gonna be okay! what comes first is your mental and physical health... we'll still be here to watch & support you along your journey. your vids really helped me want to start ultrasound school, and i start in less than 2 weeks!!

@morganashley3420 Жыл бұрын

thank you !

@snuggisthecute Жыл бұрын

Yes to this video. I graduated around the same time as you. I have had nothing but excruciating neck and shoulder pain since day 1. At first, I thought it was because I was working in a busy hospital. So I left to work in an outpatient setting. Still in tremendous pain. I'm depressed and dread work every day. I've talked to other sonographers who have been in the field for 15+ years and they say they see a chiropractor or massage therapist on a WEEKLY basis. As another commentor mentioned, there is NO opportunity for advancement in this field. I cannot wait to leave this career. I feel like it's a trap. My only concern is that whatever other career I choose will require a 15k paycut minimum.

@mizzcashmoney1 Жыл бұрын

What are you planning to do if you leave this field?

@snuggisthecute Жыл бұрын

@@mizzcashmoney1 Still in the process of deciding. Definitely nothing to do with healthcare lol.

@justinalawrence8547 11 ай бұрын

I am thinking about becoming a sonographer. Is cardiac less strenuous?

@Newmoon520 11 ай бұрын

Not if you go into Nursing RN and look 👀 up how many areas of nursing there are . Not all are bedside

@Atoxiccell 10 ай бұрын

Why need to advance wjen you get paid damn well

@healthylife4eva Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much i thought I was the only one feeling this way too long. I left Ultrasound also it just wasn't for me. I regret not researching enough and getting in Ultrasound and was too late but better late than never . All the money and hours of studying I regret not going into Nursing. :((( I am studying for my masters and looking for other opportunities in healthcare. Thank you for sharing your experince with us. It helpled me that I am not alone.

@notyourtypicalcomment2399 7 ай бұрын

Sonography is more stressful than nursing?? I’ve heard to opposite.

@angelenergia2163 7 ай бұрын

@@notyourtypicalcomment2399same, having some many patients at one time and being responsible for so many things at once for nurses

@Alison-zc7qb Ай бұрын

@@notyourtypicalcomment2399lolz, 3year pct, 3 year nursing student… i am so glad i got the experience before finishing school i am changing my major to Sonography. I love cardio, im too introverted for nursing, looking to find a career and be done, not looking to go back to school for a higher degree/ other career lolz 100% less stressful than nursing in my opinion…..

@tajhagrady4055 Жыл бұрын

I’m an Echo Tech, been doing it for 2 years now and started traveling echo so I can stack some money and leave this field. Besides the hard and wrist aching, I’ve became a germ freak! Tired of sick patients . I come home DRAINED out my mind that I just want to sleep and then I do this same thing all over again the next day. I cry frequently because I didn’t know this was such a physical job, it’s no growth opportunities in ultrasound, I don’t want to do CALL, and I feel stuck… so I travel now to stack and find a new career and taking it week by week and get over this hump. I’m too much of a extrovert to do this. This made me realize I want to help people but just not in healthcare 😔 I hope you find what God has meant for you. ❤. Your strong enough to leave as I am scared to leave and feel like a failure to my family if I walk away.😢

@0230Raveena Жыл бұрын

OMG! I'm in clinicals right now and I HAVE become a germaphobe as well. I mostly scan vascular and some patients are just so disgusting and I want to yell at them " how do you not keep yourself clean?" It doesn't take much." I think that's one of the things I wasn't prepared for.

@jennifersalgado5747 Жыл бұрын

Can you explain? What do you mean pt don’t keep good hygiene?… because I get frustrated already at my job when a pt doesn’t do what they are supposed to do.

@jerri2005 29 күн бұрын

I appreciate this. I am an extrovert too and I'm thinking this field won't be for me

@0230Raveena Жыл бұрын

I have watched some of your previous videos and I wasn't expecting this. I absolutely understand. I'm doing clinicals right now and going through the motions. I do have to work but figured when I start it will likely be a clinic because burnout is real and when you're new, it can be debilitating and you risk getting multiple injuries.

@amyparmley9169 Жыл бұрын

After 14 years I hurt my arm I had to have surgery . It’s so sad because I love ultrasound I want to go back but I can’t do it at the level I did . My mistakes I worked a lot and overtime , my advice just work your normal hours it will prolong your career .

@justinalawrence8547 11 ай бұрын

Wow, much respect to you. Would cardiac be less strenuous? Do you get massages now?

@amyparmley9169 11 ай бұрын

@@justinalawrence8547 yes I did for two years of physical therapy I’m better now but not 💯. Cardiac is an option , they do scan opposite hand though it would be more schooling . Not really wanting to do that I’m in another career at the moment probably will go back to ultrasound part- time the end of this year .

@liliyapetrenko615 9 ай бұрын

Amy what job did you change into ?

@amyparmley9169 9 ай бұрын

@@liliyapetrenko615 I’m a flight attendant .

@faosatabimbolaakindele2211 8 ай бұрын

@@justinalawrence8547we

@liselibarringham988 Жыл бұрын

Have you thought about teaching ultrasound instead of practicing? I bet you would be an amazing teacher!!! 🥰🥰🥰

@dpaper7962 Жыл бұрын

Yess!! I thought I wanted to do ultrasound but I became a clinical aid for the imaging department just to get paid and make sure that’s what I wanted to do BUT I see none of the imaging department modalities would be for me. It is to boring for me with no action. I love the rush of adrenaline so I am sticking with working with the OR and procedure room and becoming a Cardiovascular Technologist/RCIS! I am currently wrapping up my first semester and only have 1 year before graduation 🥰. I hope you find your calling in the work field! I would suggest for everyone take some time to shadow what you believe you want to become because that’ll save you time and money in the long run for sure.

@justinalawrence8547 11 ай бұрын

Congratulations to you!! Is cardiovascular technologist a hard program? Do I have to be excellent in math? Trying to decide.

@Charmin77 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video!! I wanted to do sono, but now radiation therapy what I leaning too. I hope you find a fulfilling career

@morganashley3420 Жыл бұрын

thanks so much. Radiation therapy is a good career also. Hope you enjoy it !

@Thatsher.Shantelle Жыл бұрын

I recently resigned from the ultrasound program as well. Thank you for your bravery in sharing. Good for you for choosing your happiness!

@Emxvly.02 6 ай бұрын

Hi how are you doing now?

@Thatsher.Shantelle 6 ай бұрын

Hi! I am well hby?

@CrazyBunniePanda 6 ай бұрын

What are your plans now?

@Emxvly.02 5 ай бұрын

@@Thatsher.Shantellethat’s great glad to hear. What are your plan now since leaving your program? I’m a second semester student and was considering it but idk

@ellenlortz3815 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for being honest about this. I am in school right now. It is very demanding and frustrating at times. I enjoy learning but sometimes I wonder.

@Emxvly.02 12 күн бұрын

Me too I’m in school going into my second year. It’s overwhelming and I don’t know how I’m doing it. I can’t even see myself as a sonographer yet.

@sarahelo9656 Жыл бұрын

I love that you’re so confident and brave in leaving a job that is wearing you down physically and mentally. I’m so excited for your future girl! I was curious, and you may not see this bc… 4 mo late haha… but I’m currently torn between either sonography or physician assistant. What would you say based on your experience? I’ve seen what a PA does and I really like it. I’ve also seen what a sonographer does and im just scared it may get repetitive…? Also the MSK injuries scare me since im like a glass doll lol

@punishr41 7 ай бұрын

10 year us tech here. I’m making 100k now but I’d trade the money any day if I could avoid my bilateral epicondylitis and how boring and repetitive it gets. My mistake too, I work a lot and picked up overtime whenever I could. Do PA, nobody cares about us techs, you get better and they add more patients because “you can handle it”. Nobody is looking out for you and they use you as a money making machine churning out patients like fast food burgers at the expense of your arms wrists shoulders etc.

@punishr41 7 ай бұрын

I’m a 6’1 male 197 lbs, been lifting since I was 20, so if you’re dainty don’t do it!!!

@ahmandawong Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your story, Morgan. I recently started studying Ultrasound in Australia and quit after 1.5 years of study. I have been really disappointed in myself for not finishing what I started. The main reason was because it was stressful studying full time with kids, but red flag about MSK injury risk was always there, and like you, I didn't want to be pessamistic and kept going. After hearing your story, I am glad that I quit. I am petite and found that I needed to stand up to scan, which in itself was already pretty draining. I also felt I had poor probe control with my tiny hands too. I am glad you have highlighted the significance of the physical toll that comes with being a Sonographer.

@boldishalpha 9 ай бұрын

How long did you stay in the field? What sector of the radiology field do you think would be an easier load? I hear MRI is better. What did you move on into?

@dentfortune7271 Жыл бұрын

I love the program but I gave up because my graduate date was pushed for many months on hand. By the time I started my clinicals my driving hours increased ridiculously. I had to commute 5 hours daily. And, by the time I finish my day, Oh boy. I am beyond tired and going to bed only to to wake up tired again. I was just unlucky in my journey to pursue this wonderful career. I loved the field but I just didnt means to carry on.

@danasiabates691 9 ай бұрын

Did you do this everyday or how many days a week ? I’m looking to go into this but only part time

@serenaraquel3961 3 ай бұрын

Where did you go can we get an life update

@headshouldersnipplesandtoes Жыл бұрын

I’m an ultrasound tech and I really want to leave. I don’t know what to do and how I can leave with only having ultrasound experience. 😔

@healthylife4eva Жыл бұрын

I left ultrasound and studying for masters in health administration some doing MBA in healthcare management i wish i did nursing instead too late Good luck!

@wisdomandlove1661 8 ай бұрын

@@healthylife4eva nursing has the most stress and ages most people in that field at an alarming speed

@healthylife4eva 8 ай бұрын

@@wisdomandlove1661 Thank you ,I realized recently nursing is not for me too agree with the stress etc can’t handle too much stress. Looking into administrative side of healthcare.

@Morganthebandgeek 9 ай бұрын

Your voice is amazing so the rumbling is 🔥 lol😂thank you so much for this update

@irmakalember3709 9 ай бұрын

I plan on going to ultrasound school in IL. I want to do it. It’s like that with all careers after college. Books are i different from regular real world job.

@paolarobles238 Жыл бұрын

I already have hand tendinitis in my right hand 😢😢😢. Makes me so scared just to think that I cant bear it

@mtn7224 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for being real

@Emxvly.02 3 ай бұрын

We’re you a student?

@Emxvly.02 Ай бұрын

Hi could we get an update? Please are you continuing school or what are your plans?

@emmasmith7841 Жыл бұрын

So I’m currently in a bachelors program for social work, I’m realizing I kinda hate it. I’ve always loved pregnancy and babies, I was looking into becoming an ultrasound tech. However after watching a few KZfaq videos like this one I’m realizing it’s probably not for me physically. I have back issues including degenerative disc disease, it’s been hard finding a career that wouldn’t cause more pain on my back. Although I’m pretty strong and able to lift a lot of weight. Repetitive movements and being in a single position for a long time creates a lot of pain for me in my back.

@miah7585 Жыл бұрын

I just graduated with my bachelors in social work and felt like I was lied to about what it’s really like. Either way, I’m leaving the field as well and looking into ultrasound tech too! Seeing your post actually made me feel less crazy for leaving the field and appreciate your comment.

@facesbyjb Жыл бұрын

I already have problems with my back and shoulders from a car accident. I’m heavily rethinking starting ultrasound school in may..

@d_5863 Жыл бұрын

I broke my ankle and I’m still on crutches 3 months later. I have a cardiac sonography interview in two weeks to start in the summer. Making me a little worried too!

@healthylife4eva Жыл бұрын

I left ultrasound too do more research before making commitment. Good luck

@marquitiaw Жыл бұрын

So did u start?

@Emxvly.02 8 ай бұрын

@@d_5863hi did you end up going?

@Emxvly.02 7 ай бұрын

@@healthylife4evadid you leave the job or school

@BellaBeeBaby Жыл бұрын

What are you going to do next?

@destinymonte4933 4 ай бұрын

Girly can we get an update?? Im so close to graduating and starting to feel like its not right for me. I am scared

@Emxvly.02 3 ай бұрын

Hey destiny are you still finishing what troubles are you having in school?

@ewura3397 Жыл бұрын

So what are you doing now?

@aaliyahmason5519 Жыл бұрын

Do you think echo as a left handed person might be a Iittle less strenuous

@dalenderocha2561 5 ай бұрын

Does it pay well?

@CrazyBunniePanda 5 ай бұрын

What are you in to now?

@aqua.moon3 5 ай бұрын

I graduated with my B.S & SPI in 20’ but can’t find a job because of the gap of my scanning. Never got a job after school bc of Covid. Have to get ABD b4 end of year or I lose SPI. I wanna give up… it’s sad I’ll lose all that effort and money I put into school but I’m thinking to grow in health administration instead

@user-kv3ws7ip7w 5 ай бұрын

Wow! They told you you couldn't get a job because of your gap in scanning?? Did they at least allow you to come in for an interview? How long was your gap?

@julial3758 4 ай бұрын

is it because you don't have license yet?

@niecee_nise2091 Жыл бұрын

Have you thought about a doctors office?

@NurseNessey 4 ай бұрын

I feel like when I became a nurse it was Gods way of telling me this isn’t the field you want to be in because it’s entry level but it’s not worth it.

@Emxvly.02 4 ай бұрын

Are you talking about nursing? Or ultrasound I think nursing is way more diverse with more opportunities but very different

@NurseNessey 4 ай бұрын

@@Emxvly.02 nursing, it’s horrible.

@Emxvly.02 4 ай бұрын

@@NurseNesseyoh wow I am so sorry! Nursing has lots of avenues than ultrasound but it is a difficult job. Are you still in some kind of nursing position?

@NurseNessey 4 ай бұрын

@@Emxvly.02 I still practice as a nurse but I’m considering ultrasound

@Emxvly.02 4 ай бұрын

@@NurseNesseythat’s good! I’m sure knowing anatomy will help with ultrasound I would say to definitely go shadow if you can

@Realitybit Жыл бұрын

Do you think it was the hospital setting? Maybe you would feel better in an outpatient setting?

@morganashley3420 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I worked in both settings : they both have their own pros and cons. The outpatient setting I worked in was very busy with short windows of time for us to complete each scan and write up reports between each appointment. I actually scanned more patients in outpatient during my shift than at the hospital which was surprising to me at the time. I was overworked and too exhausted to try another location. I had made up my mind that I wanted to step back. But it all varies by location for sure.

@coolbeans6148 Жыл бұрын

@@morganashley3420 So would you say outpatient is more stressful than hospital or no?

@lolgeselle Жыл бұрын

@@coolbeans6148 Morgan is right! Outpatient is much more fast paced than inpatient.

@coolbeans6148 Жыл бұрын

@@lolgeselle ok thanks

@NolanB91 Жыл бұрын

@cool beans both friends in US and in CT say outpatient is a lot more turn and burn than inpatient but also depends where you are.

@katyavig9223 Жыл бұрын

Wish you good luck, but it happens in any career. Hospital can be draining.

@user-oc1yt7hv9v 10 ай бұрын

I just want to let everyone know an Ultrasound Tech can CROSSTRAIN to MRI

@Emxvly.02 8 ай бұрын

How? I thought to do mri a radiology degree is needed and to take the arrt?

@AshW777 2 ай бұрын

Now I’m second guessing going into this field and wasting $28,000. I keep seeing people make videos about the pain it causes. Do anyone have a suggestions on a medical field job that pays well other than nursing. Like an 18 month program?

@Emxvly.02 Ай бұрын

I’m not sure on 18 months but there are accelerated nursing programs

@Gorgeous3196 Ай бұрын

Rad tech (ct, mri, nuclear med) , or surgical tech are the high test paying best options outside nursing in 18 months maybe respiratory therapy it’s 18 months in my state also

@tashannastevenson4876 Жыл бұрын

ohhhh nooo im looking to be in ultrasound

@julial3758 4 ай бұрын

how's that going?

@AshW777 Ай бұрын

Me too. And now I’m second guessing it smh😔

@Arlene_witha_y Ай бұрын

Girl why didn’t you just get a job in obgyn.? I did hospital work for 2 years before i found a private practice office job Way easier

@Emxvly.02 Ай бұрын

How did you get trained into OBGYN? Was it a bachelors program w/ OB by itself or a mix of modalities

@fuckkkkt33 Жыл бұрын

Same but with nursing.

@Emxvly.02 8 ай бұрын

Did you start school and leave?

@courtneyn4157 Жыл бұрын

@morganashley3420 ngl I am in my 2nd semester of cardiovascular sonography school and I’m at the point like this field is not for me. I was very interested prior to starting but now I personally feel it’s boring because it’s super repetitive you know. what are you thinking of doing outside of ultrasound if you don’t mind me asking?

@courtneyn4157 Жыл бұрын

@morganashley3420

@justinalawrence8547 11 ай бұрын

Do you feel a person has to be good in math and science to pass cardiovascular?

@courtneyn4157 11 ай бұрын

@@justinalawrence8547 if you aren’t too good with anatomy and physiology I would say yes, just because that’s what you will be dealing with. Learning about the hearts chambers,etc. However, as far as math, no. There is little to no math involved, and if it is the machine does it for you.

@Emxvly.02 7 ай бұрын

Hi Courtney I’m a first year finishing my first semester and I’m feeling the same way you felt. Did you continue on? Are you doing anything else? Thanks

@courtneyn4157 7 ай бұрын

@@Emxvly.02 hey girly! To answer your question, I am currently still in my sonography program. I will be entering my 4 semester starting in January. It is going pretty good so far. As of right now I’m just taking a breather before I go out into clinical because this long year of lecture courses has a girl tired. Lol 😂