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KIMBERLY PETERSON

Las Vegas,Nevada

Summary

Experienced Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with 12 years of expertise in high-risk Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Maternal Fetal Medicine. Eager to leverage my education, advanced scanning techniques, and extensive experience to contribute to both preventative and diagnostic patient care in a challenging OB GYN Sonographer role.

Known for exceptional patient care and communication, ensuring a comfortable and informative experience. Expertise in operating advanced ultrasound equipment, interpreting images, and producing precise reports for healthcare professionals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

High Risk Ob Gyn Sonographer II

Desert Perinatal Associates
09.2022 - Current
  • Obtaining and interpreting ultrasound images, identifying abnormalities, and providing accurate reports to referring physicians.
  • Scans 10-15 Anomaly, Anatomy (level I & II) and Growth obstetrics patients.
  • Scans pre conception patients, nuchal translucency, first trimester and viability scans.
  • Generate Sonographic images pertaining to GYN protocols.
  • Performs fetal echo with cardiologists from Children's Heart center of Nevada.
  • Generate Sonographic images pertaining to Biophysical profile tests.
  • Reported back to Physician ensuring accurate diagnosis. Measured pertinent structures (normal and abnormal).
  • 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.
  • Trained students and new hires on protocols, equipment use and preparation for Physics and OB Gyn ARDMS board exams.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures. Maintain cleanliness of transducers and rooms.
  • Captured images using GE and Philipps.

High Risk Ob Gyn Sonographer II

UNLV School Of Medicine
01.2013 - 08.2022
  • Scans 10-15 Anomaly, Anatomy (level I & II) and Growth obstetric patients Scan 5-10 Pelvic patients.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Performs fetal echo with cardiologists.
  • Generate Sonographic images pertaining to GYN protocols.
  • Generate Sonographic images pertaining to first trimester dating scans, Nuchal translucence's, Anatomy scan (level 2 )AFIs, fetal growths, NST and Biophysical profile tests.
  • Trained UNLV ultrasound students and medical students.
  • Reported back to Physician ensuring accurate diagnosis. Measured pertinent structures (normal and abnormal). Maintain cleanliness of transducers and rooms.
  • Performs 3D/4D ultrasound images. Performs 3D sweeps of fetal 4 chamber heart and fetal brain Trains UNLV ultrasound students and resident doctors at UMC hospital

General and OB Gyn Sonographer

Queen Elizabeth II Hospital
10.2010 - 09.2012
  • As aa ultrasound technician in the United Kingdom, writing detailed, reliable reports directly to referring General Practitioner/Consulting Physician.
  • Scan 15-20 General Abdomen and Pelvic patients daily
  • Scan 20-30 Anomaly and Growth Obstetric patients daily EPAC (emergency pregnancy and contraception) experience FMF (Fetal Medicine Foundation) Nuchal Screening Certified Scans 5-10 nuchals daily.
  • Train ultrasound students

Education

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma

West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Beverly Hills, CA
06.2009

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

De La Salle University College of St Benilde
Manila, Philippines
2002

Skills

  • Ultrasound Imagining, such as abdominal, obstetrics and GYN
  • Certifications, such as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Abdomen / OB GYN (RDMS) and Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Fetal Echo (RDCS) certification
  • Expertise in operating various ultrasound machines and equipment such as Samsung, Siemens, Accuson, Toshiba, GE and Phillips, including knowledge of different transducers and settings
  • Deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology, which is crucial for accurately capturing images and identifying abnormalities
  • Ability to provide excellent patient care, including explaining procedures, calming anxious patients, and maintaining patient privacy and comfort
  • Proficient in medical terminology, effectively communicating with physicians and healthcare professionals
  • Interpreting ultrasound images, identifying abnormalities, and providing accurate reports to referring physicians
  • Always committed to safety protocols and infection control measures to protect both patients and colleagues
  • High focus on maintaining accurate and organized patient records, including patient information, images, and reports
  • Always adherent to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations to protect patient confidentiality
  • Current BLS CPR holder

Certification

  • Nuchal Translucency Certified by NTQR
  • Fetal Echo Registry of Diagnostic Cardiac exam
  • Abdomen RDMS exam
  • OB GYN RDMS exam
  • Nuchal Translucency, Ductus Venosus and Nasal Bone Certified by Fetal Medicine Foundation
  • Nuchal Translucency Certified by NTQR


Interests

I love Polaroid Photography

Hiking, Health and Wellbeing

Personal and professional development

Timeline

High Risk Ob Gyn Sonographer II

Desert Perinatal Associates
09.2022 - Current

High Risk Ob Gyn Sonographer II

UNLV School Of Medicine
01.2013 - 08.2022

General and OB Gyn Sonographer

Queen Elizabeth II Hospital
10.2010 - 09.2012

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma

West Coast Ultrasound Institute

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

De La Salle University College of St Benilde

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