Kathleen Bollema, RDMS
Riverside,CA
Summary
Experienced Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with 20+ years of experience. Meticulous professional with solid record of success in all Abdominal, Ob/Gyn, small parts, Vascular, and Interventional sonography. Also proficient in the OR where alongside the vascular surgeon we successfully complete an array of procedures in which I am relied heavily upon to insure correct placement. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, dependable, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Corona Regional Medical Center
2007.05 - 2022.04
- Conducted detailed abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, and interventional sonographic examinations to support accurate diagnoses by optimizing image quality through meticulous attention to detail and appropriate selection of transducers, settings, and display parameters.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images while collaborating with radiologists to provide accurate and timely diagnostic information of various medical conditions.
- Played key role in early detection of critical conditions through meticulous sonographic examinations, and used skills to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures.
- Trained new sonographers in best practices, enhancing team proficiency and patient care standards.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Simon Med
2011.09 - 2017.04
- Perform vein mapping for HD access on all ESRD patients.
- Increased efficiency by managing patient schedules, prioritizing urgent cases, and maintaining a clean examination environment.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and proper equipment usage guidelines.
- Provided exceptional patient care by adapting examination techniques to accommodate patients with special needs or unique circumstances.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Grove Diagnostic Imaging
2005.01 - 2007.05
- Conducted detailed abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, and vascular sonographic examinations to support accurate diagnoses.
- Streamlined sonographic procedures, optimizing workflow processes through effective organization of exam rooms, equipment setup, efficient completion of documentation requirements and increasing number of daily patient examinations without compromising quality.
- Optimized image quality through meticulous attention to detail and appropriate selection of transducers, settings, and display parameters.
- Facilitated compassionate environment, addressing patient queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Assisted in training new sonographers, sharing expertise in imaging techniques and best practices for patient care.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Doctors Hospital of Montclair
2003.03 - 2005.05
- Streamlined sonographic procedures, optimizing workflow and increasing number of daily patient examinations without compromising quality.
- Conducted detailed abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, and vascular sonographic examinations to support accurate diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction, attentively addressing concerns and providing reassurance throughout sonographic process.
- Maintain a positive work environment through open communication, teamwork.
- Commitment to continuous improvement within the diagnostic medical sonography profession. while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of sonographic technology and techniques, ensuring delivery of high-quality diagnostic services.
Education
Certificate in Diagnostic And Vascular Sonography - Abdominal, Ob/gyn, Sm Parts, Breast, And Vascular
Modern Technology School of Diagnostic/Vascular US
Anaheim, CA01.2003
Skills
- Register Abdominal Sonographer (ARDMS
- Breast Ultrasound
- Registered Vascular Technologist Eligible
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail and Organizational Skills
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Simon Med
2011.09 - 2017.04
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Corona Regional Medical Center
2007.05 - 2022.04
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Grove Diagnostic Imaging
2005.01 - 2007.05
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Doctors Hospital of Montclair
2003.03 - 2005.05
Certificate in Diagnostic And Vascular Sonography - Abdominal, Ob/gyn, Sm Parts, Breast, And Vascular
Modern Technology School of Diagnostic/Vascular US
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