Brooke Leblanc
RT, RDMS(AB)
Kenner,LA
Summary
Dynamic Ultrasound and Radiologic Technologist from East Jefferson General Hospital Health, adept in Diagnostic Imaging and providing exceptional Patient Care. Excelled in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes through advanced sonography techniques and compassionate communication. Proven track record in mentoring and continuous professional development, contributing significantly to team and patient satisfaction.I have been recognized at EJGH with an award for my skills aswell as leaving lasting footprints with my patients and physicians alike. I take ownership of my department and pride myself with no call ins or have been late in 15 years. My dedication to my parents and Employer are held to the upmost responsibility.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ultrasound Technologist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
12.2008 - Current
- Collaborated with radiologists to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler imaging to provide comprehensive diagnostic information for physicians.
- Enhanced image quality for accurate diagnoses with proper equipment calibration and settings adjustments.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Educated patients on examination processes, easing anxiety levels and fostering a positive experience.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ultrasound department, ordering replacements when needed to avoid shortages or delays in service provision.
- Mentored student sonographers during clinical rotations, providing valuable guidance on advanced imaging techniques and patient care best practices.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to radiologist for rectification of concerns.
- Provided training support for new hires, sharing expertise on best practices in ultrasound technology usage and patient care principles.
- Assisted physicians in interpreting ultrasound images, contributing to accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Streamlined workflow and reduced wait times by efficiently prioritizing patients based on urgency of examinations.
- Contributed to departmental improvements by participating in regular staff meetings and offering suggestions for enhancing patient care services.
- Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
- Completed ultrasound exam and verified proper documentation in ultrasound reporting system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant accreditation and certification requirements, maintaining the highest standards for ultrasound department operations.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Improved patient care by proficiently performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the ultrasound suite, ensuring a comfortable environment for patients during their exams.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
- Complied with HIPAA regulations while maintaining familiarity with technology and safety changes for self, patients and visitors.
- Assisted in executing optimum quality ultrasound exams while obtaining images to support diagnosis documented by interpreting physician.
- Observed and followed safety procedures to enforce universal precautions.
- Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Completed required documentation promptly after each exam, ensuring all necessary information was available for medical professionals to make informed decisions about patient care.
- Generated Type computerized reports for physician review.
- Reviewed work schedule with ultrasound coordinator to support workload coverage and assisted with back-up coverage for unscheduled call outs.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic care during ultrasound procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling of exams with other departments such as radiology or MRI services, optimizing efficiency across the facility''s imaging operations.
- Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
- Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
- Used skills to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures.
- Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
- Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
Radiologic Technologist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
11.2002 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Ultrasound
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12.2008
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA11.2002
Skills
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abdominal Sonography
- Patient Care
- Ultrasound Equipment Operation
- Radiologic technology
- X-rays
- Patient shielding techniques
- Vascular sonography
- Patient Education
- Color Doppler Imaging
- Obstetrical Ultrasound
- Superficial Structures Imaging
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Anatomy knowledge
- Sonographic Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance
- Patient confidentiality
- Continuous Wave Doppler
- Pulse Wave Doppler
- Musculoskeletal Sonography
- Pediatric Sonography
- HIPAA
- Patient Safety
- Public Health
- Radiology
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
Certification
RDMS-AB
RT-LSRT, ARRT
CPR-AHA
Timeline
Ultrasound Technologist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
12.2008 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
11.2002 - Current
Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Ultrasound
Delgado Community College
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Delgado Community College
RDMS-AB
RT-LSRT, ARRT
CPR-AHA
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