Karen Garcia
Canyon Country,CA
Summary
Professional medical imaging specialist prepared for this role. Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment, interpreting diagnostic images, and maintaining high patient care standards. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering reliable results. Adept at collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnoses and foster supportive clinical environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ultrasound-technician
United Medical Imaging Healthcare
06.2019 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Maintained good cross-departmental teamwork to obtain best patient care and diagnosis for radiologist.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols while performing ultrasounds, minimizing risks to patients and staff alike.
- Streamlined workflow, optimizing appointment scheduling and time management for increased efficiency.
- Assisted in training new Ultrasound Technicians, sharing expertise and practical skills for a successful onboarding process.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic communication and personalized attention during appointments.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
- Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
- Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
- Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
- Collaborated with radiologists to provide accurate diagnoses through high-quality ultrasound images.
- Provided compassionate care during emotionally challenging situations, supporting patients experiencing distress or anxiety.
- Updated patient records diligently, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and follow-up care.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with team members in various departments as needed.
- Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
- Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
- Collected images and recordings of blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses and fluid accumulations.
- Mitigated potential errors by thoroughly reviewing exam orders prior to scanning, ensuring correct procedure was performed every time.
- Improved patient comfort by explaining procedures clearly and addressing concerns promptly.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry advancements, attending conferences and workshops to stay current on best practices.
- Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
- Acquired imaging results and reported deficiencies to radiologist for rectification of concerns.
Education
Associate of Science -
Casa Loma College
Van Nuys 01-2019
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA
- Obstetric sonography
- Vascular sonography
- Breast Sonography
- PACS
- Basic Life Support
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Reliability
Certification
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(S)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Ultrasound-technician
United Medical Imaging Healthcare
06.2019 - Current
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(S)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate of Science -
Casa Loma College
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