Heather Carrier
Blountville,TN
Summary
Diagnostic medical sonographer with expertise in abdominal and obstetric sonography, honed at Ballad Health. Proven ability to enhance patient care through accurate imaging and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Skilled in PACS and DICOM systems, while fostering a supportive environment for junior staff. Committed to advancing diagnostic protocols and improving procedural efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
MEAC
09.2015 - Current
- Assisting in patient preparation for ultrasound procedures, ensuring comfort and clarity of process.
- Operating ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality images as directed by supervising staff.
- Conducted comprehensive ultrasound examinations, ensuring accurate imaging and patient comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop diagnostic protocols and improve patient care processes.
- Trained and mentored junior sonographers on advanced imaging techniques and best practices.
- Participated in research initiatives to advance ultrasound technology applications within clinical settings.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic medical sonography procedures.
- Increased department efficiency by training new staff on sonography techniques, equipment usage, and departmental procedures.
- Promoted an inclusive and positive work environment by actively participating in department meetings, sharing ideas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
Sonographer
Ballad Health
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Documenting patient information and imaging results accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborating with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve procedural efficiency.
- Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various types of ultrasounds including abdominal, obstetrical, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts examinations.
- Facilitated integration of new sonography students into clinical environment, mentoring next generation of healthcare professionals.
Sonographer
Johnson City Medical Center
02.2001 - 05.2013
- Participating in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge of ultrasound technology.
- Maintaining equipment functionality through routine checks and reporting any malfunctions promptly.
- Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
- Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
Education
Associate of Science - Sonography
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TNSkills
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- PACS and DICOM systems
- Basic life support certification
- Abdominal sonography expertise
- Advanced sonography techniques
- Neurosonology expertise
- Small parts sonography
- Radiation safety awareness
- Breast sonography proficiency
- Obstetric and gynecologic sonography
- Diagnostic imaging
- Superficial structures imaging
Timeline
Sonographer
MEAC
09.2015 - Current
Sonographer
Ballad Health
05.2013 - 05.2016
Sonographer
Johnson City Medical Center
02.2001 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Sonography
Chattanooga State Community College
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