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Denise Warneke

Portland

Summary

Dynamic Lead Sonographer at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and mentoring junior staff. Proficient in musculoskeletal and vascular sonography, I foster collaboration and uphold accreditation standards, ensuring patient comfort and safety while delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging. Committed to continuous education and team motivation.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Sonographer

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in performing diagnostic imaging procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Adapted to various clinical settings, demonstrating flexibility in fast-paced environments.
  • Developed advanced scanning techniques through continuous education and training sessions, staying up-to-date on industry innovations.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through team-building activities that encouraged communication and collaboration among staff members.
  • Mentored junior sonographers in best practices for image acquisition and patient care, fostering a supportive team environment.
  • Enhanced workflow efficiency by organizing daily schedules, prioritizing urgent cases, and accommodating add-on patients.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with interventions such as CPR, first aid and defibrillation.

Sonographer

Vancouver Clinic
05.2018 - 07.2022
  • Conducted ultrasound examinations to assess patient conditions and provide diagnostic information.
  • Collaborated with physicians to determine appropriate imaging techniques for diverse clinical cases.
  • Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.
  • Educated patients on procedures and provided comfort during examinations to enhance patient experience.

Sonographer Per Diem

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
04.2018 - 07.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive ultrasound examinations to assist in accurate patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Educated patients on procedures, alleviating anxiety and ensuring compliance during examinations.
  • Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
  • Reduced appointment wait times by optimizing scheduling processes and efficiently managing daily workload.
  • Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.

Sonographer

Providence Portland Medical Center
08.2001 - 12.2017
  • Mentored junior sonographers in best practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of ultrasound procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of sonography equipment, ensuring patient safety.
  • Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.

Education

Sonography

Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA
07-2001

Skills

  • Team building and motivation
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Teaching and mentoring
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Accreditation standards
  • Musculoskeletal sonography
  • Vascular sonography proficiency
  • Obstetrical and gynecological scanning
  • Clinical supervision experience
  • Breast imaging techniques
  • Strong leadership

Timeline

Lead Sonographer

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
07.2022 - Current

Sonographer

Vancouver Clinic
05.2018 - 07.2022

Sonographer Per Diem

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
04.2018 - 07.2022

Sonographer

Providence Portland Medical Center
08.2001 - 12.2017

Sonography

Bellevue College

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