Andrea Smith
Dalton,GA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Sonographer with 5 years expertise in performing diagnostic ultrasound exams, including abdominal, obstetric, gynecologic, and vascular studies. 11 years overall in the Radiology field. Adapt at providing accurate, high-quality imaging results while maintaining patient comfort and safety. Seeking 1-2 days of part-time work, in addition to my full-time career, in a healthcare facility that values clinical excellence, professionalism and patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
Vitruvian Health-Bradley Medical Center
Cleveland, TN
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to discuss imaging results and findings.
- Maintained ultrasound equipment, ensuring proper functionality and cleanliness.
- Documented imaging results accurately in electronic health records system.
- Assisted radiologists with procedures such as paracentesis and thoracentesis.
Sonographer
Vitruvian Health-Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, Georgia
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Worked alone 3rd shift in ER, NICU, and in-patient.
- Scanned many early OB’s, ectopics, vaginal bleeding etc.
Student Sonographer
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, Tennessee
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Associates in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
- Hamilton Medical Center
- High Risk OB (ROC)
Radiologic Technologist/SRT Coordinator
Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Center
Ringgold, Georgia
11.2015 - 08.2020
- SRT Specialist. SRT stands for superficial radiotherapy. SRT is an option other than surgery for certain types of skin cancers for patients age 60+. This low dose radiation is given to the patient in small increments with no side effects like chemotherapy. This is only skin deep. It's great for those who don't heal well or have diabetes or other immune suppression factors
Radiologic Technologist
AFC Urgent Care
Ringgold, Georgia
06.2015 - 10.2015
- X-rays
- Referrals to orthopedic
- Patient callbacks
- Manual blood pressures
- Triaging
Student Radiologic Technologist
Dalton State College
Dalton, Georgia
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Clinical Experience
- Hamilton Medical Center
- Dalton Family Practice
- Battlefield Imaging
- Hutcheson Medical Center (Now CHI Memorial)
- Murray Medical Center
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Sonography
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN07-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA05-2015
Skills
- Ultrasound imaging
- Patient assessment
- Imaging safety protocols
- Electronic health records
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Patient confidentiality
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
- Image Quality & Analysis
- Assisting Radiologists with Ultrasound Image guided procedures
Certification
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS)
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
- ARRT Certified-The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Timeline
Sonographer
Vitruvian Health-Bradley Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Sonographer
Vitruvian Health-Hamilton Medical Center
06.2021 - 12.2023
Student Sonographer
Chattanooga State Community College
08.2020 - 07.2021
Radiologic Technologist/SRT Coordinator
Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Center
11.2015 - 08.2020
Radiologic Technologist
AFC Urgent Care
06.2015 - 10.2015
Student Radiologic Technologist
Dalton State College
05.2013 - 05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Sonography
Chattanooga State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Dalton State College