JESSICA CRUZ
New Windsor,NY
Summary
Knowledgeable Sonographer with strong background in GYN sonography. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and fostering effective collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and a compassionate approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OB/GYN Sonographer
Planned Parenthood of Greater NY
05.2021 - Current
- Perform transvaginal and abdominal ultrasound for gestational age dating, abortion follow-up, and Intrauterine Contraceptives (IUC) localization
- Maintain clear and accurate medical records, utilizing the select electronic health record system
- Documenting patients charts with ultrasound findings
- Communicating and working directly with physicians regarding ultrasound findings and patient care
- Assisting with surgical procedures
- Performing guided Ultrasounds when needed
- Assist in the maintenance of facility for cleanliness, appropriate instruments, and optimum supply levels
- maintained proper cleanliness of ultrasound equipment
- Participate in the quality assurance/risk management process for medical protocols, regulatory agency compliance, HR policies, and workplace safety policies
- Provide appropriate and accurate information to patients related to the ultrasound procedure
- Maintain patient and health center confidentiality
- Adhere to all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and patient privacy regulations
Temporary Travel Ultrasound Technician
Preventive Diagnostics
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Observed and followed safety procedures to enforce universal precautions.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in nursing facilities at patients bedsides.
- Performed ultrasound scans and provided direct patient care after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
- Traveled through Northern New Jersey and did ultrasound exams for patients in Assisted living facilities and nursing homes
- Operated the GE Logiq e Ultrasound machine.
- Helped Position patients for proper examination.
Echocardiography Technician Intern
Mount Vernon Montefiore Hospital
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed adult transthoracic echocardiograms using 2D, M-Mode, color doppler, pulse wave doppler, continuous wave doppler
- In and out patient routine and emergency echocardiograms
- Helped patients feel at ease and monitored behaviors throughout examinations to maintain safety and comfort. Used ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of internal structures, blood movements, bodily masses and target concerns such as fluid accumulations.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
- Performed routine maintenance of ultrasound machines and reported major malfunctions to coordinate repairs. Positioned patients to most effectively orient ultrasound equipment.
- Helped scanned inmates that were staying overnight in Jail at Hospital
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Northern Leasing Systems Inc.
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Completed special forms and required documentation to help callers obtain needed services and resolve issues.
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Evaluated customer account information to assess current issues and determine potential solutions.
- Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.
- Established membership loyalty, executing flawless customer retail account management.
Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer
United States Army
06.2011 - 11.2014
- Mentored team members by helping them solve problems and make decisions, training, and coaching others setting objectives.
- Assisted with missions at the National training center for soldiers to train before they get deployed
- Maintained high standards of ethics, integrity, and performance
- Developed, deployed and maintained robust training programs accomplishing department and facility goals.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Medical Imaging
Boise State University
Online08-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Monroe College
07-2020
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Quality control
- HIPAA
- Problem resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Communications
- Team building
- MS Office
- Patient safety
- Experience with scanning inmates
- Medical terminology
- Patient confidentiality adherence
- Ultrasound equipment operation
- Time management capabilities
- Continuing education commitment
- Patient positioning techniques
- Pelvic ultrasound proficiency
- Quality assurance compliance
- Image optimization strategies
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate patient care
- Staff training
Affiliations
Cum Laude Honors with a GPA of 3.4
Certification
- CPR
- BLS
- ARDMS Eligible
- ARRT Eligible
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
OB/GYN Sonographer
Planned Parenthood of Greater NY
05.2021 - Current
Temporary Travel Ultrasound Technician
Preventive Diagnostics
01.2021 - 02.2021
Echocardiography Technician Intern
Mount Vernon Montefiore Hospital
04.2019 - 04.2020
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Northern Leasing Systems Inc.
03.2016 - 04.2017
Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer
United States Army
06.2011 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Monroe College
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Medical Imaging
Boise State University
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