Shannon Parton
Whittier
Summary
Accomplished Sonographer with a proven track record over many years of service, experienced in General, Vascular and Obstetric imaging. Offering compassionate patient care with continuous use of critical thinking skills to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Sales
Foothills Medical Supply
01.2025 - Current
- Analyzed sales data to identify patterns and areas for growth.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Developed key relationships with medical professionals, leading to consistent referrals and increased customer base.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by monitoring inventory levels of medical supplies and placing orders when needed.
- Increased sales by effectively analyzing market trends and implementing strategic merchandising plans.
OB Sonographer
Harris Women's Care
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility by successfully managing a high volume of patients while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
- Kept abreast of evolving trends in OB sonography technology, applying new techniques as appropriate to enhance diagnostic capabilities.
- Assisted in the development of departmental protocols to ensure consistent quality of care for patients.
- Served as a respected resource within the hospital network due to expertise in complex maternal-fetal cases.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, easing anxiety and fostering trust throughout the examination process.
- Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
Ultrasound Technologist
Haywood Regional Medical Center
05.2005 - 01.2025
- Reviewed work schedule with ultrasound coordinator to support workload coverage and assisted with back-up coverage for unscheduled call outs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic care during ultrasound procedures.
- Conducted emergency ultrasound procedures during off-hours, ensuring continuous patient care.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety during ultrasound procedures, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Performed detailed fetal, abdominal, and gynecological ultrasounds to assist in accurate diagnosis by healthcare professionals.
Ultrasound Technologist
Harris Regional Hospital
09.2006 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with radiologists to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler imaging to provide comprehensive diagnostic information for physicians.
- Incorporated best practices in sonographic techniques while keeping up-to-date with professional development opportunities through continuing education courses.
- Oversaw inventory management for the department, ensuring adequate supplies were always available while minimizing waste and tracking expenses.
- Promoted a positive and inclusive work environment by cultivating strong relationships with coworkers, fostering teamwork and open communication.
- Performed complex ultrasound procedures, including vascular studies, obstetrics/gynecology cases, abdominal imaging, and more.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant accreditation and certification requirements, maintaining the highest standards for ultrasound department operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Sonography
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC05-2005
Skills
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Critical thinking
- Pathology recognition
- Professionalism and ethics
- Fetal growth monitoring
- Doppler ultrasound interpretation
- Gestational age estimation
- Fetal anatomy assessment
- Gynecologic sonography
- Compassionate patient care
- Image optimization techniques
- Clinical report writing
Accomplishments
Obtained American College of Radiology Accreditation in Breast, General and Vascular at Harris Regional Hospital
Certification
- Registered Abdominal Sonographer, ARDMS
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Medical Sales
Foothills Medical Supply
01.2025 - Current
OB Sonographer
Harris Women's Care
04.2021 - 01.2025
Ultrasound Technologist
Harris Regional Hospital
09.2006 - 04.2021
Ultrasound Technologist
Haywood Regional Medical Center
05.2005 - 01.2025
- Registered Abdominal Sonographer, ARDMS
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate of Applied Science - Sonography
Southwestern Community College
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