Maria Gaskins
Willis
Summary
Highly skilled Ultrasound Technologist with over 12 years of experience in cardiac, vascular, abdominal, and small parts. ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT). Committed to continuous learning and quality improvement, fostering positive relationships across departments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ultrasound Technologist/Administrative Assistant
Cornerstone Hospital Group
01.2017 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with radiologists and physicians to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Enhanced image quality for accurate diagnoses with proper equipment calibration and settings adjustments.
- Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler imaging to provide comprehensive diagnostic information for physicians.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation while providing them with empathetic care.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ultrasound department, ordering replacements when needed to avoid shortages or delays in service provision.
- Coordinated scheduling of exams with other departments such as radiology or MRI services, optimizing efficiency across the facility's imaging operations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, offering insights from sonographic findings to inform patient care plans.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Assisted HIM Director with regular audits of medical records for completeness and accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintained patient records systems by archiving, scanning and indexing important documents and files.
- Assisted Director of Quality with quality auditing and outcomes reporting to CMS through LTRAX system.
Ultrasound Technologist
Southern Medical Corporation
09.2009 - 12.2017
- Mobile ultrasound technologist servicing LTACHs, clinics, and nursing homes.
- Collaborated with radiologists and physicians to provide high-quality imaging services, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Enhanced image quality for accurate diagnoses with proper equipment calibration and settings adjustments.
- Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler imaging to provide comprehensive diagnostic information for physicians.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation while providing them with empathetic care.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements through continued education opportunities, enhancing professional knowledge and skills in the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ultrasound department, ordering replacements when needed to avoid shortages or delays in service provision.
- Coordinated scheduling of exams with other departments such as radiology services, optimizing efficiency across the facility's imaging operations.
- Provided training support for new hires, sharing expertise on best practices in ultrasound technology usage and patient care principles.
Education
Certificate - Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Southern Medical School of Ultrasound
Baton Rouge, LA07-2009
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge12-2005
Skills
- Registered vascular technologist (RVT)
- Experience in cardiac, vascular, abdominal, and general ultrasound
- Experienced operating knowledge using Siemens X300, Acuson Cypress, Biosound, & GE Vivid E ultrasound equipment
- Experienced usage of multiple PACS, RIS, and EMR systems
- Reliable team player who has built excellent relationships with co-workers and facility administrators
- Excellent communication skills
- Compassionate Caregiver
Timeline
Ultrasound Technologist/Administrative Assistant
Cornerstone Hospital Group
01.2017 - 07.2021
Ultrasound Technologist
Southern Medical Corporation
09.2009 - 12.2017
Certificate - Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Southern Medical School of Ultrasound
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Our Lady of The Lake College
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