Amy Fussel
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Detail‑oriented and patient‑focused Medical Ultra]sound Sonographer with advanced proficiency in abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, Renal and small‑parts ultrasound. Skilled in producing high‑quality diagnostic images, optimizing protocols, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support accurate clinical decision‑making. Known for strong patient communication, technical precision, and commitment to evidence‑based practice and quality improvement
Core Competencies:
- Abdominal, Pelvic, OB/GYN, and Small‑Parts Imaging
- Vascular Ultrasound (Carotid, Venous, Arterial)
- Trauma Imaging (FAST/eFAST)
- Doppler Optimization & Hemodynamic Assessment
- Image Acquisition & Protocol Adherence
- Patient Positioning & Safety
- EMR/PACS Workflow
- Quality Assurance & Accreditation Standards (IAC/ACR)
- Collaborative Clinical Communication
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Extern
Premier Valley Medical Group Urgent Care
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Effectively scanned abdomen, renal, LEV, LEA, UEA, Small parts, OBG/YN
- Scanned patients to determine pathology
- Intrapersonal communication
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Time management
- Extensive patient care
- Documented patient information accurately in health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control measures consistently.
Education
AAS Degree - Ultrasound Technology
HDMC
Bakersfield, CA03-2026
Skills
- Communicating comfortably and clearly with patients to explain the procedure, answer questions and relay information about what to expect during procedure
- Explain ultrasound procedures to patients
- Verifying patient clinical history and health status, evaluating relating test and images
- Adaptable to Protocol
- Advanced Anatomy knowledge
- Doppler Proficiency
- Evaluate the images for their quality, but also to interpret what was captured in the image
- Eye-Hand Coordination
- Perform the ultrasound ensuring the transducer is capturing images of every angle/section that must be assessed
- Acute Care Experience
- Proper sterilization techniques
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- AED/BLS/CPR Certified through American Heart Association, Bakersfield July 2024 - July 2026
- Certified to perform cardiac pulmonary resuscitation and use AED devices for the purpose to save a life when needed.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Extern
Premier Valley Medical Group Urgent Care
06.2025 - 03.2026
AAS Degree - Ultrasound Technology
HDMC