Debra Barber
Heath,OH
Summary
Dedicated sonographer with expertise in advanced ultrasound techniques and a commitment to compassionate patient care. Proven ability to implement best practices, ensuring patient safety and enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
Experienced with sonographic imaging and patient diagnostics. Utilizes advanced ultrasound technology to support accurate medical diagnoses. Strong understanding of patient care protocols and effective communication within healthcare teams.
Personable Radiologic Technologist with passion for public health and education and 35-year career background. Expert in diagnostic medical sonography with success in adopting new technologies and techniques to keep up with medical advancements.
Overview
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
PrimeTime Healthcare
Omaha, NE
08.2022 - Current
- Performed high-quality ultrasound examinations to assist in accurate diagnoses.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans based on ultrasound results.
- Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Educated patients on procedures and prepared them for examinations, enhancing patient experience.
- Documented examination findings accurately in electronic medical records for efficient data management.
- Assisted in training new sonographers, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the department.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and equipment sanitation, ensuring patient safety protocols were met.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental workflows and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
- Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
Contract Sonographer
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
Logan, OH
01.1995 - Current
Sonographer
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
07.2007 - 08.2022
- Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various types of ultrasounds including abdominal, obstetrical, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts examinations.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of ultrasound procedures and addressing concerns.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Sonographer
Fairfield Medical Center
Lancaster, OH
10.1994 - 07.2022
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologies
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH08.1981
Health Sciences Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH08.1992
Skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- PACS and DICOM systems
- Patient safety
- HIPAA
- Professionalism and ethics
- Continuous learning mindset
- Color doppler imaging
- Basic life support certification
- Staff training
- 3D and 4D imaging techniques
- Abdominal sonography expertise
- Sonographic physics principles
- Advanced sonography techniques
- Vascular ultrasound proficiency
- Radiation safety awareness
- Small parts sonography
- Breast sonography proficiency
- Obstetric and gynecologic sonography
Affiliations
- Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 1981 to Current. Currently on Inactive status
Certification
ARDMS 1992-present
Registered in AB, OB/GYN, RVT
Timeline
Sonographer
PrimeTime Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Sonographer
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2007 - 08.2022
Contract Sonographer
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
01.1995 - Current
Sonographer
Fairfield Medical Center
10.1994 - 07.2022
Health Sciences Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Central Ohio Technical College
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologies
Central Ohio Technical College