Amelia Perkins
Dover
Summary
Motivated Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with clinical experience in general, vascular, and OB/GYN ultrasound. Skilled in image optimization, Doppler evaluation, and ultrasound-guided procedures, ensuring comprehensive patient care. ARDMS certification in Sonography Principles & Instrumentation in December 2024, with completion of the program anticipated in August 2026. Committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic images in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (OB/GYN & General Ultrasound)
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital
05.2026 - Current
- Performing OB/GYN and general ultrasound examinations under the supervision of registered sonographers in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Gaining hands-on experience with pelvic, transvaginal, obstetric, abdominal, and small parts imaging.
- Obtaining and optimizing diagnostic-quality images while adapting to a wide range of patient presentations and clinical indications.
- Assisting with patient preparation, positioning, and communication to ensure a comfortable and efficient exam experience.
- Working closely with sonographers, radiologists, physicians, and nursing staff to support quality patient care and workflow.
- Strengthening technical scanning skills, anatomy recognition, and pathology identification through daily clinical experience.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (Vascular)
Tufts Medical Center Vascular Lab
Boston
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Performed a variety of vascular ultrasound examinations under the supervision of registered vascular technologists.
- Gained experience scanning carotid arteries, upper and lower extremity arterial and venous systems, abdominal vasculature, and dialysis access grafts/fistulas.
- Assisted in the evaluation of vascular conditions including stenosis, occlusions, aneurysms, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and bypass grafts.
- Obtained and optimized diagnostic Doppler waveforms, velocity measurements, and imaging documentation.
- Worked closely with vascular surgeons, physicians, and sonographers in both outpatient and hospital settings.
- Strengthened scanning proficiency, Doppler interpretation, and understanding of vascular pathology through hands-on clinical experience.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (General Ultrasound)
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed abdominal, small parts, and other general ultrasound exams in a busy hospital setting under the guidance of registered sonographers.
- Gained extensive experience assisting with ultrasound-guided procedures, including biopsies, aspirations, and drain placements.
- Acquired and optimized diagnostic images while adapting to a variety of patient conditions and clinical presentations.
- Worked closely with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and sonographers to provide efficient patient care.
- Assisted with imaging for inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and ICU patients.
- Developed strong scanning, patient communication, and critical thinking skills through hands-on clinical experience.
Hostess
Boatyard
Fort Lauderdale
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Greeted guests, coordinated seating charts and wait times to ensure seamless restaurant service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FLSkills
- Ultrasound imaging
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning
- Customer service excellence
- Punctuality and reliability
- Effective communication
- Personable demeanor
Certification
- ARDMS Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (OB/GYN & General Ultrasound)
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital
05.2026 - Current
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (Vascular)
Tufts Medical Center Vascular Lab
01.2026 - 05.2026
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student (General Ultrasound)
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.2025 - 12.2025
Hostess
Boatyard
10.2023 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Nova Southeastern University