Accomplished Ultrasound Technologist with a proven track record at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, specializing in abdominal and vascular sonography. Excelled in reducing examination errors and enhancing patient care through advanced Doppler techniques and empathetic communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ultrasound Technologist
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic image
Well proficient in specialized areas such as vascular, abdomen and pediatric ultrasound.
Assisted Radiologist in interpreting ultrasound images, contributing to accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
Completed required documentation promptly after each exam, ensuring all necessary information was available for medical professionals to make informed decisions about patient care.
Provided training support for new hires, sharing expertise on best practices in ultrasound technology usage and patient care principles.
Streamlined workflow and reduced wait times by efficiently prioritizing patients based on urgency of examinations.
Complied with HIPAA regulations while maintaining familiarity with technology and safety changes for self, patients and visitors.
Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
Coordinated scheduling of exams with other departments such as radiology or MRI services, optimizing efficiency across the facility''s imaging operations.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Vein Clinics of America
11.2016 - 11.2022
Reduced examination errors by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines for vascular ultrasound examinations.
Evaluated complex cases involving venous insufficiency, venous disease, or abnormal blood flow patterns using advanced Doppler techniques to provide accurate diagnoses.
Improved patient care by performing accurate vascular ultrasound examinations and providing clear diagnostic results.
Educated patients on proper preparation for vascular ultrasound examinations, alleviating anxiety and ensuring optimal test outcomes.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean work environment to minimize risks associated with infection or injury during procedures.
Maintained a high level of patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and respectful interactions during procedures.
Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Helped physicians before, during and after ablations, or sclerotherapy.
Education
Vascular Ultrasound
UMET
Bayamon, Puerto Rico
08-2015
Skills
Abdominal sonography
Vascular sonography
Pediatric sonography
Registered vascular technologist (RVT)
Time management abilities
Stress tolerance
BLS
Accomplishments
US Veteran
Certification
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Credentials, .
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Ultrasound Technologist
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Vein Clinics of America
11.2016 - 11.2022
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Credentials, .
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Vascular Ultrasound
UMET
Similar Profiles
Natasha M FordNatasha M Ford
Lab Technician at Cape Fear Valley Medical CenterLab Technician at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center