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Carrie Austin

Ocala,FL

Summary

Accomplished Obstetric and Perinatal Sonographer with a proven track record at Hello Little One and The Institute of Women's Health. Expert in diagnostic imaging and patient education, demonstrating critical thinking and compassionate care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through exceptional service and relationship-building. Skilled in case management and infection-control practices, ensuring high standards of patient safety.


Seasoned Nurse with success in building relationships with patients to produce highest quality images. Highly proficient in interpreting physicians' orders, determining appropriate imaging and maintaining comprehensive patient records. Offering 20-year background to growing organization.

Work History

Obstetric Sonographer

Hello Little One
  • Captured images using mobile equipment.
  • Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
  • Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
  • Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.

Perinatal Sonographer

Institute of Women's Health
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
  • Collected images and recordings of blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses and fluid accumulations.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with interventions such as CPR, first aid and defibrillation.
  • Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
  • Used skills to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
  • Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
  • Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
  • Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
  • Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
  • Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Case Workers

Catholic Charities Services
  • Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
  • Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
  • Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
  • Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.

Social Worker Case Manager

Pregnancy Resource Center
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Delivered comprehensive therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults to support child welfare and prevention services.
  • Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention.
  • Completed detailed charts to summarize interactions with patients and booked follow-up sessions.
  • Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

North Carolina Tech Nursing Academy
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Staff Training
  • Patient Safety
  • Case management
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Infection-control practices
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Records Management
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Computed tomography
  • Patient education and counseling

Timeline

Obstetric Sonographer

Hello Little One

Perinatal Sonographer

Institute of Women's Health

Case Workers

Catholic Charities Services

Social Worker Case Manager

Pregnancy Resource Center

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

North Carolina Tech Nursing Academy

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