Cynthia Owens
Mechanicsville,MD
Summary
Seasoned Diagnostic Medical Sonographer 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. Talented Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with more than twenty one years of experience in multimodal and 3D diagnostic imaging in general, obstetrics, gynecological, vascular and breast ultrasound. Highly skilled in producing images to help physicians diagnose, treat and manage wide range of illnesses. Experienced in quickly building rapport with patients and easing anxieties about potential diagnoses and procedures. Resourceful Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and excellent patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Washington Radiology
Washington, DC
04.2022 - Current
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
- Perform ultrasound exams ( abdomen, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular and breast )and provide direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Mount Vernon Internal Medicne
Alexandria, VA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Review physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Capture images using mobile equipment at three different offices.
- Handle private and confidential information in compliance with office policies and procedures.
- Submit written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
Chief Sonographer
MedStar St.Mary's
Mechanicsville, MD
12.2003 - 10.2021
- Managed staffing schedules and performance assessments for over 15 employees in the general and echocardiography departments.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated Ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Completed ultrasound exam and verified proper documentation in ultrasound reporting system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
- Performed ultrasound scans ( abdomen, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular and breast )and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Stocked and prepared assigned room for smooth daily patient flow.
- Resolved employment-related disputes through proactive communication.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as needed.
- Maintained master schedule and set up appointments.
- Oversaw expenditures and worked with accounting department to manage budgets.
- Assessed personnel performance and implemented incentives and team-building events to boost morale.
Behavioral Health Intern
MedStar St.Mary's
Leonardtown, MD
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Assist with documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Assisted with preparation and submission of daily charting reports to management.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for all new admissions.
- Worked with IOP patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
- Assisted patients with adjusting to hospital procedures and helped each thrive in highly structured settings.
- Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients by providing caring emotional support and encouragement.
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to IOP patients.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
- Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
Education
Introduction To Adult Echocardiography
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
Saint Petersburg, FL12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD2001
Associate of Science - General Studies
Charles County Community College
LaPlata, MD1995
Skills
- Records management
- Staff education
- Sonography
- Patient confidentiality
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Documentation skills
- Organization and Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Staff Management
- Budgeting
- Operations management
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- RDMS (Abdomen, Ob-Gyn, Breast ) Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Washington Radiology
04.2022 - Current
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Mount Vernon Internal Medicne
11.2021 - 04.2022
Behavioral Health Intern
MedStar St.Mary's
01.2021 - 05.2021
Chief Sonographer
MedStar St.Mary's
12.2003 - 10.2021
Introduction To Adult Echocardiography
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Some College (No Degree) - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University Maryland Baltimore County
Associate of Science - General Studies
Charles County Community College
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