Jenifer Curtis BS, RDMS

• Perform OB/GYN ultrasound exams daily including: dating, nuchal translucency, level II, level II fetal echocardiography, third trimester fetal growth, BPP, and invasive genetic procedures such as CVS, amniocentesis, and fetal biopsy, as well as non-pregnant GYN exams.
• Assist MFM attendings, geneticists, and perinatalogists with interpretation and diagnosis of ultrasound exams.
• Execute and operate ultrasound equipment for quality ultrasound exams per AIUM and ISUOG protocols in timely manner and obtain optimal images to support proper diagnosis and interpretation by physician. With effective and professional communication regarding exam findings and differentials.
• Generate accurate computerized reports for physician review and signature.
• Obtain essential information from patients regarding identification, medical and family history, previous exams and clinical correlation in order to execute proper genetic screening and diagnostic testing orders including: pre-eclampsia screening, karyotype, microarray, targeted gene-sequencing, and genetic carrier screening.
• Recall and review of study images for expert witness testimony.
• Observe and follow safety procedures and protocols per OSHA guidelines regarding sterilization of probes along with proper documentation for reference.
• Report deficiency of equipment to sales reps and order replacement of probes, and printers when necessary.
• Review of schedule with office manager for assurance of proper patient scheduling to assure coverage and minimize patient wait-time.
• Proper HIPPA compliance and familiarity with technology and EMR.
• Responsible for ordering supplies and properly stocking patient rooms for daily flow.

• Collaborated with Maternal-Fetal Medicine physicians to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
• Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler imaging to provide comprehensive diagnostic information for physicians.
• Enhanced image quality for accurate diagnoses with proper equipment calibration and settings adjustments.
• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.

Ultrasound Technologist specializing in high-risk obstetrics and genetic testing procedures.

Responsible for independent scanning and communication of results to physician.

Managed supplies and equipment sales.

• Monitored, analyzed and corrected student clinical and ultrasound laboratory performance.
• Acquired clinical externships in both private practice and hospital settings for student training.
• Coordinated, monitored, assigned and documented patient and clinical care activities.
• Supervised and managed clinical assignments of 10-15 student cohort.

• Responsible for high quality obstetric scans throughout stages of pregnancy along with non-pregnant GYN ultrasound exams.
• Obtained proper medical history and handled private and confidential information in compliance with HIPPA hospital policies and procedures.
• Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, and ultrasound images to attending physicians and MFM fellows in order to support accurate medical decisions and diagnosis.
• Skilled to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures including amniocentesis, and CVS.
• Attended SDMS conferences to maintain CME.

• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images for general radiology and general OB/GYN examinations.
• Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures Including paracentesis, amniocentesis, and biopsies
• Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
• Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
• Observed and followed hospital safety procedures to enforce universal precautions.
• Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and NICU for fetal brain sonography.
• Completed ultrasound exam and verified proper documentation in ultrasound reporting system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.

• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images for general radiology examinations.
• Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
• Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.