Cathleen Hill
Florissant,MO
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Sonographer with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sonographer & Echo Sonographer
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
St. Louis, MO
12.2018 - Current
- Managed patient records, including histories and test results.
- Assisted radiologists with procedures such as biopsies and FNAs.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sterilizing equipment between uses.
- Utilized the latest imaging technology to capture diagnostic images for physicians' review.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues to ensure accurate interpretation of data collected during ultrasounds.
- Provided patient education regarding sonography procedures prior to exams.
- Reviewed patient history prior to scanning in order to determine appropriate procedure.
- Prepared reports summarizing sonographic findings for use in diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Evaluated images for clarity, accuracy, and completeness before forwarding them to the physician.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed throughout all procedures.
Clinical Partner
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
St. Louis, MO
11.2004 - 12.2018
- Monitored changes in patients' condition, reporting any changes promptly to supervising nurse or physician. Assisted nurses with patient care activities, including vital signs monitoring. Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, family members, and other stakeholders involved in a patient's care plan.
- Supported staff members with their day-to-day duties as needed, such as charting, filing, stocking shelves.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Education
Certificate of Proficiency - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
St. Louis Community College
St Louis, MO12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Fontbonne University
St Louis, MO05-2016
Skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Provide exceptional patient care by producing a positive environment for visitors, coworkers and physicians through rapid responses to applications
- Ability to obtain correct histories and diagnosis; succeeding and complying with all network, hospital and department policies, protocols, and regulatory agency necessities
- Delivers quality diagnostic images of requested anatomy with in specified timeframes through the use of informatics tools
- Patient Advocate
- Team player
- Effective communication skills
Certification
- RDMS (2/1/2019), AB (5/21/2019), OB GYN
- RDCS (12/21/2021), AE
Timeline
Sonographer & Echo Sonographer
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Clinical Partner
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
11.2004 - 12.2018
Certificate of Proficiency - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
St. Louis Community College
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Fontbonne University
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