Kayla Ruttencutter
Auburn,MA
Summary
Compassionate and academically driven student pursuing entry into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate Program. Known for strong attention to detail, effective communication, professional approach in fast-paced environments. Possesses a solid academic foundation and a strong interest in medical imaging, with a commitment to providing patient-centered care and developing the technical and clinical skills essential for diagnostic sonography.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Secretary
UMass Memorial Medical Center - North Pavilion
01.2025 - Current
- Provide patient-centered customer service by assisting patients and families with questions, directions and concerns.
- Act as a central communication hub within the unit, collaborating with healthcare professionals to support safe, efficient patient care.
- Maintain, update and organize important patient documents ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Gain hands-on exposure to medical terminology, imaging workflows and patient charts reinforcing foundational knowledge relevant to sonography.
- Coordinate patient admissions, discharges and transfers logistics.
Daycare Teacher
Kidoodles Learning Center
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Monitored children's behavior, physical condition and developmental milestones.
- Provided attentive care and monitoring of children's safety, behavior and wellbeing.
- Maintained a safe and structured environment while responding calmly and appropriately to health-related concerns, injuries or behavioral changes.
- Documented incidents, attendance and daily reports with accuracy and attention to detail.
Dietary Aide
Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Provided patient-centered meal service while following diet orders, safety standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with nursing and dietary teams to support efficient patient care and unit workflow.
- Observed and reported patient needs, concerns or changes in condition to nursing staff as appropriate.
- Maintained strict compliance with infection control, food safety and sanitation standards.
- Demonstrated professionalism and effective communication when assisting patients with questions or needs.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Studies - Health Pathway
Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MANo Degree - Legal Studies
Lasell University
Newton, MAHigh School Diploma -
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School
Worcester05-2017
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Patient privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
- Problem-solving in clinical environments
- High adaptability in fast-paced healthcare settings
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Multitasking under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Strong observational skills
- Time management
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
Timeline
Unit Secretary
UMass Memorial Medical Center - North Pavilion
01.2025 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Kidoodles Learning Center
08.2021 - 11.2024
Dietary Aide
Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 08.2021
No Degree - Liberal Studies - Health Pathway
Middlesex Community College
No Degree - Legal Studies
Lasell University
High School Diploma -
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School