Crystal Rains,rdms,rvt
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, and advanced pediatric ultrasound in an independent work setting. Competent critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize normal anatomy and pathology, while correlating with lab values and patient symptoms to assist the radiologist in diagnosis. Prioritizing tasks and working efficiently while providing quality and compassionate patient care. Dedication to professional development, imaging quality, and continuing education of sonography practices. Participation in precepting new hires, as well coaching experienced sonographers in ergonomic scanning techniques.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sonographer
Children's Hospital Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2022 - Current
- Operation of Philips EPIQ Elite to perform various ultrasound studies of the abdomen, pelvis, vascular, small parts, and pediatric specific exams.
- Explaining exam procedure to patient and/or parent/guardian and answering any questions within the scope of practice.
- Advanced experience in pediatric ultrasound evaluation of the appendix, pylorus, intussusception, pathologies of the neck, neonatal head, hip/knee effusion, VP shunt, abdominal abscess, breast abscess, foreign body, scrotum, pelvis, vascular extremity, renal doppler, malrotation , infant hip for DDH, kidney and liver transplants, VCUG under the guidance of the radiologist.
- Preparing exams to be interpreted by a radiologist by comparing findings of prior imaging, reviewing relevant past medical history and inclusion of tech notes.
- Applications of Synapse PACS and Epic charting systems.
- Precepting new hires.
- Maintaining clean equipment and work environment.
- Submitting exams for ACR accreditation.
Sonographer
Erlanger Baroness/ TC Thompson Children’s Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
09.2014 - 02.2022
- Operation of GE LOGIQ 9, GE LOGIQ E10, and Philips EPIQ 7 ultrasound equipment to perform various ultrasound studies of the abdomen, pelvis, obstetrics, small parts or vascular.
- Explaining exam procedure to patient and/or parent/guardian and answering any questions within the limits of scope of practice.
- Experience in pediatric ultrasound evaluation of appendix, pylorus, intussusception, abdominal doppler, renal doppler, pelvis, pathologies of the neck, foreign body, scrotum, hip/knee effusion, neonatal head, spine, VP shunt pseudocyst, breast abscess, evaluation of liver and kidney transplants, and donor evaluation.
- Preparing exams to be interpreted by a radiologist by comparing findings of previous exams, past medical history, and lab values with inclusion of sonographer impression worksheet.
- Providing ultrasound guidance in the OR and other special procedures.
- Applications of EPIC, RIS, and PACS software systems.
- Participating in the ACR accreditation process.
Sonographer
St. Vincent’s Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08.2007 - 01.2017
- Operation of Philips ATL, Philips EPIQ 7, and Zonare Z. ONE PRO to perform ultrasound studies of the abdomen, small parts, OB/GYN, extremity venous, carotid doppler, femoral artery post heart cath, and various neonatal evaluations of the head, abdomen, and small parts.
- Explaining exam procedures to patients and/or parent/ guardian and answering any questions within the scope of practice.
- Adhering to hospital safety protocols and procedures.
- Preparing exams to be interpreted by a radiologist by comparing findings of prior imaging, medical history, and lab values with inclusion of sonographer impression worksheet.
- Providing ultrasound guidance in OR and other special procedures.
- Applications of UltraVisual PACS and patient tracking software.
- Maintaining clean equipment and work environment.
- Participating in ACR accreditation process
Sonographer
Erlanger Baroness/ TC Thompson Children’s Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Operation of Acuson Sequoia 512 to perform general ultrasound studies of the abdomen, pelvis, obstetrics, and small parts on adults, pediatric and neonatal ICU patients.
- Explaining exam procedures to patients and/or parent/guardian and answering any questions withing limits of scope of practice.
- Adhering to hospital safety protocols and procedures.
- Preparing exams to be interpreted by the radiologist by comparing any findings of prior imaging, past medical history and lab values with inclusion of sonographer impression worksheet.
- Providing ultrasound guidance for special procedures.
- Maintaining clean work environment and equipment.
- Applications of Kodak PACS and tracking system software.
Education
CAAHEP Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program -
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL12.2006
Skills
- Use of various ultrasound equipment and advanced applications
- Critical thinking in analyzing pertinent patient history, correlating patient symptoms, and lab values to provide diagnostic imaging specific to patient needs
- Enhancing trust and cooperation with education of procedure details, expectations, and instructions
- Prioritizing exams and working efficiently
Certification
ARDMS registered in Abdomen, OB/ GYN, Pediatric Sonography, and Vascular Technology(121366) BLS certified
Timeline
Sonographer
Children's Hospital Colorado
03.2022 - Current
Sonographer
Erlanger Baroness/ TC Thompson Children’s Hospital
09.2014 - 02.2022
Sonographer
St. Vincent’s Birmingham
08.2007 - 01.2017
Sonographer
Erlanger Baroness/ TC Thompson Children’s Hospital
02.2007 - 03.2008
CAAHEP Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program -
Wallace State Community College
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