Open To Work
Breanna Givens
Antelope,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated and technically skilled Diagnostic Medical Sonographer eager to bring 18 months of advanced clinical training to an entry-level role. Proven ability to optimize image quality, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver accurate diagnostic data.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
Sacramento, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Managed the clinical coordinating clinical education for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography & Cardiac Sonography Programs as assigned by the program directors.
- Coordinated students externships assigned to the DMS and CS program.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of the clinical affiliate/clinical education centers.
- Worked closely with the Career Services Director to ensure that clinical experience provided optimal results for the needs of students.
- Reviewed and tracked student progress throughout their clinical experiences.
- Advised students as needed.
- Coordinated the gathering of agency specific documentation necessary for student placement into the clinical affiliates when applicable.
- Maintained student records, ie., grades, attendance, competencies, etc.
- Participated in program, department school, and colleague-wide committees and meetings.
- Maintained current knowledge of sonographic and/ or other diagnostic techniques and methodology through continuing professional development.
- Maintained compliance with annual in-service requirements as needed.
Sonographer
California Maternal Fetal Medicine
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted full-scope obstetric ultrasound examinations across all trimesters, managing a high-volume daily patient schedule.
- Calculated and measured necessary images needed to perform required screenings and presented to the physician for diagnosis.
Sonographer
Modesto Perinatal Associates
Modesto, CA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted daily prenatal ultrasound exams across all stages of pregnancy, including early dating scans, detailed anatomy checks, and third-trimester growth tracking.
- Collected accurate measurements and fetal data during each appointment to create clear, organized summary reports for the medical team.
- Analyzed ultrasound images and calculated findings, presenting organized data to physicians to help them make final patient diagnoses.
- Volunteer/Shadow Opportunity
Sonographer Intern
Sacramento Imaging
Sacramento, CA
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Evaluated fetal development and positioning during routine checkups, ensuring clear visualization of critical structures for patient peace of mind and clinical review.
- Maintained high image quality by skillfully adjusting ultrasound equipment settings based on patient anatomy and gestational age.
- Guided patients through the imaging process, clearly explaining the steps of the exam to ensure comfort and cooperation during scans.
Sonographer Intern
Valley MRI
Stockton, CA
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed diverse diagnostic ultrasound examinations, independently managing a daily schedule of abdominal, gynecological, breast, small parts, and lower extremity DVT scans.
- Utilized multiple advanced ultrasound machines, skillfully adjusting system settings to analyze images and ensure optimal clarity across different types of patient exams.
- Captured precise measurements and calculated findings from complex scan images, presenting organized data to physicians to assist in accurate patient diagnoses.
Education
Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University of Sacramento
05.2018
Skills
- Ultrasound Machine proficiency
- Complete abdominal surveys
- High-resolution imaging
- System Optimization
- Advanced Modalities
- Effective written and oral communication
- Specialized Scanning Techniques
- Professional and ethical conduct
- Patient Positioning
- Time management
- Critical Thinking
- Problem solving
- Patient Safety
- Obstetric & Gynecologic scanning
- Attention to detail
- Implementation of proper body mechanics
- Educating patients on ultrasound procedures
Websites
Certification
- ARDMS-Certified by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Registered Diagnostic Sonographer, ObGyn
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), 2024-06-01
Equipment Emr
- GE Logiq E
- Siemens Acuson Sequoia
- Whale E Compact
- SM Voloson 730
- Technical data compilation, structured report writing, and PACS/DICOM archiving
Ardms Number
243182
Personal Information
- ID Type: ARDMS
- ID Number: 243182
References
- Katherine Hall, 916-825-5480, cloverbeautysupplyjh@gmail.com
- Suhad Al Khalidi, RDMS (AB, OB/GYN), RVT, suhad@sui.edu
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
01.2024 - 05.2024
Sonographer
California Maternal Fetal Medicine
11.2021 - 04.2022
Sonographer
Modesto Perinatal Associates
06.2021 - 08.2021
Sonographer Intern
Sacramento Imaging
02.2019 - 08.2020
Sonographer Intern
Valley MRI
01.2019 - 08.2020
Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University of Sacramento