Marcee Olschewske
Rensselaer,NY
Summary
Skilled professional with several years of hands-on experience. Expert in providing basic patient care when performing a wide range of diagnostic imaging procedures and producing high-quality images. Adept at managing equipment maintenance schedules, inventory and patient workflow.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Ultrasound Technologist
Community Care Physicians
Troy, NY
10.2006 - Current
- Reported findings from scans accurately to referring physicians or radiologists.
- Reviewed patient history prior to performing ultrasounds.
- Assisted physicians with interventional procedures such as biopsies and aspirations.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while handling confidential patient information.
- Identified anatomical structures in the scanned images during examinations.
- Applied independent judgment during exam process to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
- Assumed responsibility for mental and physical comfort of patients during ultrasound process.
- Utilized 2D, 3D and 4D ultrasound machines to capture images of varying complexity.
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses.
- Obtained written consent from patients to perform procedures and upheld HIPAA, legal, and facility standards in all actions.
Ultrasound Technologist
Trinity St Peter's Hospital MFM
Albany , NY
01.2024 - Current
- Interpreted ultrasound images for diagnosis and treatment planning purposes.
- Evaluated maternal pelvic organs using transvaginal imaging when necessary.
- Utilized specialized imaging techniques such as 3D and 4D scanning to evaluate fetal anatomy.
- Collaborated closely with obstetricians, radiologists, neonatologists, geneticists, midwives and nurses in a multidisciplinary team setting.
- Performed obstetrical measurements on all trimesters of pregnancy including biparietal diameter, head circumference, abdominal circumference, femur length and estimated fetal weight.
- Administered Doppler studies to measure blood flow through vessels in order to diagnose potential problems with placental function or umbilical cord compression.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set by The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Met with pregnant patients to carry out initial, 12-week, anatomy, growth and other required types of scans on developing embryos and fetuses.
- Helped patients feel at ease and monitored behaviors throughout examinations to maintain safety and comfort.
Ultrasound Technologist
Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany, NY
10.1998 - 10.2006
- Performed ultrasound exams on patients to diagnose medical conditions.
- Assisted physicians with interventional procedures such as biopsies and aspirations.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during each procedure.
- Operated ultrasound equipment to obtain high quality images of internal organs and tissues.
- Informed patients about the results of their scan after it was reviewed by a physician or radiologist.
- Obtained written consent from patients to perform procedures and upheld HIPAA, legal, and facility standards in all actions.
Education
Accredited Certificate Program - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05-1998
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05-1997
Skills
- ARDMS in OB And Abdominal Sonography
- MFM Sonography
- OB/GYN Sonography
- Abdominal Sonography
Timeline
Ultrasound Technologist
Trinity St Peter's Hospital MFM
01.2024 - Current
Ultrasound Technologist
Community Care Physicians
10.2006 - Current
Ultrasound Technologist
Albany Medical Center Hospital
10.1998 - 10.2006
Accredited Certificate Program - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Hudson Valley Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Hudson Valley Community College