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Alicia Millington

Gastonia,NC

Summary

Dedicated Breast Sonographer with expertise from Women’s Diagnostic Center, skilled in ultrasound-guided procedures and compassionate patient care. Enhanced departmental efficiency through effective use of PACS systems and mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to upholding HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging for improved patient outcomes.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Breast Sonographer

Women’s Diagnostic Center
Rock Hill, SC
09.2024 - Current
  • Conducted detailed ultrasound examinations to assess patient health and diagnose conditions.
  • Operated and maintained ultrasound equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to discuss findings and develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients on procedures, alleviating concerns and enhancing comfort during examinations.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation of diagnostic results.
  • Implemented best practices for infection control and patient safety during procedures.
  • Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
  • Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
  • Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining organized workstations and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
  • Improved department efficiency through proficient use of electronic medical records and PACS systems.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, contributing to a positive and supportive environment.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Trained new sonographers in department protocols and best practices, enhancing team performance.
  • Developed patient positioning techniques that improved image quality and reduced examination time.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss and plan patient care, improving treatment outcomes.
  • Supported departmental accreditation efforts by ensuring compliance with national sonography standards.
  • Assisted radiologists with complex sonographic procedures, facilitating provision of comprehensive care.

Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.

Assisted in biopsies, magseeed, and cyst aspirations.

Education

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Sonography

Southeastern College
Charlotte, NC
08.2024

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Ultrasound-guided procedures

PACS and DICOM systems

Patient safety

HIPAA

Professionalism and ethics

Color doppler imaging

Basic life support certification

Staff training

3D and 4D imaging techniques

Sonographic physics principles

Patient confidentiality

Radiation safety awareness

Breast sonography proficiency

Quality control

Mammography

Records management

Diagnostic imaging

HIPAA compliance

Cross-sectional anatomy

Electronic medical records management

Needle localization

Patient care

CPR/AED

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Reliability

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Timeline

Breast Sonographer

Women’s Diagnostic Center
09.2024 - Current

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Sonography

Southeastern College
Alicia Millington