CLAUDIA BINGOCHEA

• Perform all general studies Abdominal, Renal, Pelvic, transvaginal, OB, Breast, Aorta, Thyroid, Testicular and all small parts. Carotid ultrasounds.
• Assist and set up for all breast biopsies and thyroid FNA.
• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
• Assisted in executing optimum quality ultrasound exams while obtaining images to support diagnosis documented by interpreting physician.
• Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
• Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
• Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
• Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to radiologist for rectification of concerns.
• Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
• Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
• Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.

Performed all General diagnostic Ultrasound in a hospital setting.