Leah Barnes
Mercy College of Health Sciences
West Des Moines,IA
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Dedicated Diagnostic Medical Sonography student nearing completion of the General and Vascular Sonography track, with graduation anticipated in April 2027. Acquired extensive hands-on experience in abdominal, pelvic, small parts, and obstetric ultrasound examinations, demonstrating a solid foundation in clinical practice. A strong leadership background, developed over six years as an Assistant Manager in customer service, highlights reliability, effective communication, and adept problem-solving skills. Prioritizing patient care and comfort ensures individuals receive the highest quality of care while fostering confidence throughout their healthcare experience.
Work History
Clinical Affiliations
- Perform supervised ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols and clinical indications.
- Develop hands-on experience with abdominal, pelvic, small parts, and obstetric imaging.
- Obtain and optimize diagnostic-quality images using appropriate scanning techniques and equipment settings.
- Review patient histories and examination indications to support appropriate imaging.
- Apply knowledge of normal anatomy and recognize sonographic findings requiring further evaluation.
- Provide compassionate, professional patient care while prioritizing comfort, safety, privacy, and dignity.
- Communicate clearly with patients and healthcare professionals throughout the examination process.
- Follow infection-control, equipment-cleaning, and patient-safety procedures.
- Apply ALARA principles and appropriate ultrasound settings during examinations.
- Continue developing skills in vascular ultrasound, Doppler, vascular anatomy, and hemodynamics through the vascular track.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, adaptability, and receptiveness to feedback in clinical settings.
Server
1 Year- Facilitated guest experience
- Knowledge of food and beverage menus
- Operating POS system and transactions accurately
Assistant manager
6 Years- Managed daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and customer satisfaction
- Supervised, trained, and scheduled staff members
- Resolved customer concerns professionally and efficiently
- Oversaw inventory, ordering, and cost control
- Assisted in hiring, onboarding, and performance management of employees
Education
Sonography Program - General And Vascular Track
- In Progress
- Expected Graduation: April 2027
- GPA: 3.8
- Academic Honors: President's List
Skills
Time management
Flexible and adaptable
Critical thinking
Clinical workflow optimization
Certification
SPI — Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Physics Board, CPR/BLS Certification — Current
Timeline
Server
209 Main
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Assistant manager
Queen Beans Coffee House
01.2018 - 01.2024Read More
Clinical Affiliations
Mercy College of Health Sciences
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Mercy College of Health Sciences
Sonography Program from General And Vascular Track
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