Claudell Salazar
I am a motivated Diagnostic Medical Sonography student with extensive hands on clinical experience in fast paced hospital settings and a strong foundation in General, OB/GYN, and a profound interest in Vascular sonography. I have experience in performing a wide range of examinations, including abdominal, renal, thyroid, pelvic, transvaginal, obstetric, breast, scrotal, and vascular studies while following departmental protocols and providing compassionate patient centered care. I have ARDMS SPI examination passed, with a demonstrated ability to obtain diagnostic-quality images, utilize Doppler techniques, adapt to diverse patient needs, and collaborate effectively with registered sonographers and healthcare teams. I also bring several years of prior healthcare experience in patient coordination and medical office settings, strengthening communication, organization, and the ability to provide a positive patient experience throughout the continuum of care. Eager to bring strong clinical skills, professionalism, and a commitment to continued growth to a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer position.
Work History
Ultrasound Student
5 Months- Performed a comprehensive range of obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound examinations under registered sonographer supervision and according to departmental protocols.
- Performed transabdominal and transvaginal pelvic examinations, obtaining required images and measurements of the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, and adnexal regions.
- Performed first-trimester obstetric examinations, including appropriate fetal and maternal measurements and documentation.
- Performed second- and third-trimester examinations, including fetal anatomy surveys, growth studies, biophysical profiles (BPP), amniotic fluid assessments (AFI), and cervical length evaluations.
- Obtained fetal biometric measurements and assessed fetal heart rate, presentation, placental location, amniotic fluid, and other required anatomy according to examination protocol.
- Utilized grayscale, color Doppler, and spectral Doppler techniques as appropriate while optimizing images for diagnostic quality.
- Assisted registered sonographers with examination documentation and clinical notes following completed studies.
- Provided direct patient care, including preparing and positioning patients, explaining examinations, maintaining patient privacy, and assisting with patient needs throughout each study.
- Prepared examination rooms before each patient and cleaned and disinfected ultrasound equipment, transducers, and examination areas following each study.
Ultrasound Student
6 Months- Performed a broad range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations under registered sonographer supervision, including complete abdomen, RUQ, renal, thyroid, scrotal, breast, superficial/soft-tissue, pelvic, transvaginal, and first-trimester OB studies.
- Performed vascular examinations including lower/upper-extremity venous/DVT, lower/upper-extremity arterial, carotid duplex, and renal duplex studies.
- Utilized grayscale, color Doppler, and spectral Doppler imaging techniques while obtaining required images and measurements according to departmental protocols.
- Assisted sonographers with documenting examination notes and relevant findings following completed studies.
- Provided direct patient care throughout examinations, including patient preparation, positioning, communication, and assistance with patient needs.
- Prepared and maintained ultrasound rooms between examinations by cleaning equipment, disinfecting surfaces, replenishing supplies, and preparing the room for incoming patients.
- Worked alongside registered sonographers in a clinical environment while developing efficient scanning techniques, image optimization, and professional patient communication.
Hygiene Coordinator
1 Year• Provided customer service to patients in person and on the phone.
• Worked on computer software Open Dental to schedule and arrange appointments
• Informed patients about dental procedures and necessary preparations.
• Schedule, Reschedule, and confirm appointments
• Took payments in card, cash, or check and put it into the system.
• Assisted any patient coming in for an appointment or walk-in.
• Checked and called insurance companies to gather information on patient benefits.
• Called insurances and used insurance websites for benefits, issues and/or insurance status.
• Organized and filled the hygiene schedule to ensure efficient patient flow.
Developed and communicated treatment plans for required dental procedures.
• Deposit check online.
Dental Front Office Receptionist
2 Years 1 MonthAssisted patients with their questions both in person and via phone calls.
• Worked on computer software Denticon and cloud to schedule and arrange appointments.
• Created and prepared charts and contracts for the Dentist and orthodontist to use during appointments or procedures.
• Provided patients with information on dental or orthodontic procedures, and mandatory preparations.
• Took payments in card, cash, or check and put it into the system.
• Assisted any patient coming in for an appointment or walk-in.
• Checked and called insurance for information on benefits.
• Called insurances and used insurance websites for benefits, issues and/or insurance status.
• Applied Excel skills to create and maintain orthodontic contract records.
• calculated bills for customers coming in for appointments.