Further expansion of sonographic knowledge is needed to better prepare for the quick-paced environment expected after graduation.
Collaborated with radiologists to evaluate results from imaging studies.
Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
Operated Doppler ultrasonic scanners to detect abnormal blood flow patterns or other abnormalities in organs or tissues.
Established effective communication with patients to ensure comfort throughout the procedure.
Patient Care Technician
Hays Medical Center
Hays
06.2021 - 05.2024
Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Fort Hays State University
Hays, Kansas
05-2025
Successful Completion of The Sonography Principles of Instrumentation -
American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonography
08.2024
High School Diploma -
Thomas More Prep-Marian
Hays, Kansas
05.2021
Skills
Advanced sonography techniques
Professionalism and ethics
Critical thinking aptitude
Leadership
Stress management techniques
HIPAA compliance
Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
Fort Hays State University Sonography Class President (Fall 2024 - Spring 2025)
Fort Hays State University Deans Honor Roll Recipient (Fall 2021 - Fall 2024)
Fort Hays State University Sonography Media Representative (Fall 2024)
Fort Hays State University Black and Gold Scholarship Recipient (Fall 2021 - Spring 2025)
H.E & Lilian B. Hutchinson Scholarship recipient (Fall 2022 - Spring 2023)
Hays Medical Center Patient Care Technician of the Year Award Nominee (2022, 2023, 2024)
Hays Medical Center Daisy Team Award - Acute Care Unit (Fall 2024)
Leadership Activities / Community Involvement
Local Elementary Sonography Book Reading . With hopes of inspiring young children, I planned for the FHSU Sonography class of 2025 to visit a kindergarten classroom as "mystery readers". During our time, we read a children's book based on an ultrasound experience of a young girl. By doing this, our desire was to further educate the children on ultrasound. Thus, motivating the future of health care.
FHSU Sonography & Radiology Mentoring Events In network with leaders of the X-ray program, I was able to help plan mentoring events that allows future ultrasound and x-ray students of FHSU to collaborate with professors and program students.
Community Involved Fundraisers In wishing of education expansion at the National Sonography Conference, I planned multiple community involved fundraisers in hopes of funding the trip to New Orleans, Louisiana. These fundraisers included; Sonography and Radiology Apparel, A "Split-the-Pot" fundraiser hosted at a FHSU Men and Women's basketball game, and a trash bag sale that began in the spring. These fundraisers, along with FHSU allocation money, allowed for my sonography class to gain advanced knowledge within the field of ultrasound. Which allows us to better our local health care system.
FHSU "College Days" By attempting to further advocate for the impressive Medical Imaging programs that FHSU provides, "college days" allow for hundreds of students from surrounding high schools to visit various programs that interest them. I was able to assist in the planning/demonstrating of this event. Allowing kids from across Kansas the opportunity to see what amazing majors FHSU has.
Fort Hays State University Tiger Food Pantry With my time at Fort Hays State University, I have learned that small acts, make the largest impact. Which is why myself and my sonography classmates were excited to help with the restocking of the tiger food pantry.
Timeline
Clinical Experience
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - 05.2025
Patient Care Technician
Hays Medical Center
06.2021 - 05.2024
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Fort Hays State University
Successful Completion of The Sonography Principles of Instrumentation -