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Joelle Polanowski

Depew,New York

Summary

Seeking a position in sonography as a general sonographer. Detail-oriented professional, aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer role at your company.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Buffalo General Hospital
12.2022 - Current
  • Documented size, location, texture, and vascularity of anatomical structures on normal and abnormal findings.
  • Performed ultrasound scans related to abdominal, pelvic transabdominal, transvaginal, thyroid, breast and scrotum scans, paracentesis and thoracentesis procedures using high attention to detail and prioritizing patients comfort and safety.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, catheters, and chemicals.

Sonography Intern

Trocaire College
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Gaining clinical hands on experience in abdominal and OBGYN sonography
  • Exams performed included but not limited to: Liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidney, GYN, thyroid, scrotum, and all three trimesters of pregnancy
  • Performed ancillary duties necessary for operation of busy sonography department
  • Utilized and manipulated several makes of ultrasound machines including Philips, Siemens and GE systems.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
  • Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis
  • Operated and monitored sterilizers, lights, suction machines and diagnostic equipment
  • Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation
  • Prepared dressings and bandages and apply and assisted with application following surgery
  • Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.

Medical Assistant

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures
  • Worked interdependently with other professionals to provide quality health care to patients
  • Obtained patient medical histories for inclusion in records
  • Obtained medical information and measured vital signs, weight and height
  • Documented medical data in patient charts, facilitating accurate records
  • Triaged patients and performed vital checks for patient flow facilitation.

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY
05.2022

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

NIAGARA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sandborn, NY
05.2019

Certification

  • National board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
  • ARDMS board eligible
  • Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED assisting

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Buffalo General Hospital
12.2022 - Current

Sonography Intern

Trocaire College
11.2021 - 07.2022

Medical Assistant

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
09.2018 - 08.2019

Certified Surgical Technologist

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo
08.2018 - 07.2020

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Trocaire College

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

NIAGARA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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