Jennifer Freeman
Henagar
Summary
Motivated by a heart for service and a desire to share God's love through action, I am seeking an internship with Marked For Life Ministries to support programs that address homelessness and provide hope to underserved communities. Excited to bring strong communication skills, a compassionate approach, and a commitment to Christian values to this role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician
HH DeKalb Regional Medical Center
11.2016 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols while performing ultrasounds, minimizing risks to patients and staff alike.
- Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic communication and personalized attention during appointments.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to cardiologist for rectification of concerns.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
- Fostered strong professional relationships with referring physicians through clear communication about exam findings and implications.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Stocked and prepared assigned room for smooth daily patient flow.
Vascular Ultrasound Technician
University Surgical Associates
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols while performing ultrasounds, minimizing risks to patients and staff alike.
- Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic communication and personalized attention during appointments.
- Fostered strong professional relationships with referring physicians through clear communication about exam findings and implications.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to vascular surgeons for rectification of concerns.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Stocked and prepared assigned room for smooth daily patient flow.
- Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
- Assisted in executing optimum quality ultrasound exams while obtaining images to support diagnosis documented by interpreting physician.
- Improved patient comfort by explaining procedures clearly and addressing concerns promptly.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician
DeKalb Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols while performing ultrasounds, minimizing risks to patients and staff alike.
- Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic communication and personalized attention during appointments.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to radiologist for rectification of concerns.
- Obtained essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
- Fostered strong professional relationships with referring physicians through clear communication about exam findings and implications.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Virginia College
Birmingham, AL11-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient safety
- Staff training
- Vascular sonography
- Equipment maintenance
- Echocardiography
- Patient confidentiality
- Teamwork
- Schedule coordination
- Self motivation
- Task prioritization
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
Timeline
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician
HH DeKalb Regional Medical Center
11.2016 - Current
Vascular Ultrasound Technician
University Surgical Associates
06.2014 - 11.2016
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician
DeKalb Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Virginia College
Similar Profiles
Payton HortonPayton Horton
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Dekalb Regional Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Dekalb Regional Medical Center
Robin CulverRobin Culver
OR RN Charge Nurse/Board Runner/Operating Room Circulator at Dekalb Regional Medical CenterOR RN Charge Nurse/Board Runner/Operating Room Circulator at Dekalb Regional Medical Center
Russell WoffordRussell Wofford
Operating Room Technician at Dekalb Regional Medical CenterOperating Room Technician at Dekalb Regional Medical Center