Hi, I’m
Meghan Dement
Springfield,OH
Summary
Dynamic Lead Ultrasound Technologist with a proven track record at Ohio Valley Imaging Center, enhancing patient outcomes through expert abdominal and vascular imaging, and exceptional patient care. Excelled in mentoring and streamlining workflows, demonstrating unparalleled adaptability and teamwork. Certified in CPR/AED, committed to advancing diagnostic precision and efficiency.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Ohio Valley Imaging Center
Lead Ultrasound Technologist
05.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Improved team performance through ongoing training, mentoring, and support for junior technologists.
- Complied with HIPAA regulations while maintaining familiarity with technology and safety changes for self, patients and visitors.
- Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Collaborated with radiologists to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Stocked and prepared assigned room for smooth daily patient flow.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ultrasound department, ordering replacements when needed to avoid shortages or delays in service provision.
- Mentored student sonographers during clinical rotations, providing valuable guidance on advanced imaging techniques and patient care best practices.
- Provided training support for new hires, sharing expertise on best practices in ultrasound technology usage and patient care principles.
- Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
- Observed and followed safety procedures to enforce universal precautions.
- Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
- Streamlined workflow and reduced wait times by efficiently prioritizing patients based on urgency of examinations.
- Managed a team of sonographers, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth.
- Coordinated scheduling for both patients and staff members, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and minimizing wait times.
Ohio Valley Imaging Center
Ultrasound Technologist
10.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- 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 images.
- Mentored student sonographers during clinical rotations, providing valuable guidance on advanced imaging techniques and patient care best practices.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic care during ultrasound procedures.
Midwest Ultrasoud, Contracted With Christ Hospital
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist
09.2009 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
Kettering Medical Center
Ultrasound Technologist
05.2008 - 06.2009
Job overview
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to radiologist for rectification of concerns.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic care during ultrasound procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the ultrasound suite, ensuring a comfortable environment for patients during their exams.
Education
Kettering CollegeKettering, OH
Associate of Science from Ultrasound
05-2009
Skills
- Image optimization
- Patient positioning
- Abdominal imaging
- Breast imaging
- Vascular imaging
- Color doppler techniques
- Spectral doppler analysis
- Carotid duplex scanning
- Small parts imaging
- Pelvic ultrasound
- Peripheral vascular studies
- Venous insufficiency testing
- Patient care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Timeline
Lead Ultrasound Technologist
Ohio Valley Imaging Center
05.2016 - Current
Ultrasound Technologist
Ohio Valley Imaging Center
10.2012 - Current
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist
Midwest Ultrasoud, Contracted With Christ Hospital
09.2009 - 09.2014
Ultrasound Technologist
Kettering Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Kettering College
Associate of Science from Ultrasound
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