Kimberly Allen
Lancaster,TX
Summary
Successful Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with 12 years of experience. Highly skilled at using equipment to collect important images for various types of sonograms. Professional and kind with over 20 years experience in Healthcare. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate who's successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Methodist Hospital of Dallas
Dallas, TX
07.2010 - Current
- Performs variety of general ultrasound examinations including Abdomen, Pelvic, OB 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester, Small Parts and Vascular exams
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Present exams to radiologist
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
Sonographer
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, TX
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
- Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
DFW Vascular Group
Dallas, TX
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
- Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
Education
Associates Degree - Applied Science, Diagnostic Medical Sonography
El Centro College
2009
Skills
- Client Satisfaction
- Creative Thinking
- Patient Information Collection
- Direct Patient Care
- Body Mechanics
- Calming Strategies
- Patient Relations
- Safety Policies
- Restocking Supplies
- Active Listening
- Diagnostic Radiology
Certification
- RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
- OB/GYN
- CPR/BLS CERTIFIED
- Certified Nurse Assistant
References
Tiffany Moore
TiffanyMoore@mhd.com
(214) 325-7819
Nicole Earle
NicoleEarle@mhd.com
(901) 849-0466
Devon Pelcher
devonp@mail.com
(972) 655-4406
Katrina Osby
osbykatrina@yahoo.com
(318) 518-0331
Timeline
Sonographer
Baylor University Medical Center
10.2018 - 09.2020
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
DFW Vascular Group
01.2011 - 08.2011
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Methodist Hospital of Dallas
07.2010 - Current
Associates Degree - Applied Science, Diagnostic Medical Sonography
El Centro College
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