Mariaelena Sanchez
San Diego,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated tech with strong work ethic and adaptability. Adept at working unsupervised and seeking opportunities to expand Diagnostic Imaging skills and knowledge. ARRT certification in progress, career goal is ARDMS certified.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Ultrasound Tech
Carlsbad Imaging Center
Carlsbad
01.2024 - Current
- Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, evaluate medical information to determine appropriateness of each procedure per patient needs/allergens
- Continued to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams: Abdomen, GYN, OB, Carotid, Lower Extremity Venous and Arterial, Soft Tissue, Thyroid, Renal, and Scrotal exams
- Provide excellent patient care to every patient, explaining procedure and answering any questions, and asking pre-screening questions.
- Prepare reports of findings and communicate examination results to Radiologist utilizing the PACS system.
- Actively teach, supervise and provide feedback to student intern. Create opportunities for hands-on experience and demonstrate proper reporting of findings, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Ultrasound Intern
Carlsbad Imaging Center
Carlsbad
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Clinic/Outpatient setting; Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams: Abdomen, Pelvic, OB Growth and Anatomy, Carotid, Lower Extremity Venous and Arterial, Soft Tissue, Thyroid, Renal and Scrotal exams
- Maintain a safe and clean environment, restocking and rearranging the room as needed for each exam
- Inform patients about procedure, ask pre-screening questions, review any prior images, and set up machine with the appropriate patient information for lead tech
- Aid in office paperwork for ultrasound exams as well as clinic files as needed
Ultrasound Intern
Orange County Global Medical Center
Santa Ana
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Perform diagnostic exams: General Abdomen, GYN, Paracentesis, Vascular, and OB. Predominantly for high risk OB department: Growth, Anatomy, BioPhysical Profile, and Umbilical Doppler exams.
- Communicate with nurse on fetal updates before/after their non-stress tests. Implement time-management skills in high-demand settings, performing mobile exams to the ER and ICU.
Ultrasound Intern
Mommy and Me
San Diego
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Outpatient; Perform OB ultrasound sessions: Early Transvaginal Pregnancy Confirmations, Growth Scans, Gender Confirmations, 2D, 3D, 4D and 5D scans
- Perform blood draws for blood gender tests
- Handled patient calls and emails for scheduling, questions and results. Explain the various exam packages offered and recommend the best option for each patient based on dates etc.
Education
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
PLATT College
Anaheim, CA10.2023
Associate of Science - Math and Science
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA05.2021
Skills
- Detail Oriented: precise attention to the various protocols and machines used per site, as well as a keen eye to subtle changes in the imaging itself
- Patient Care: Providing genuine compassion and 5 years of private caregiving experience
- Organized: Efficient managing exams, reports and training DMS student intern
- Keen collaborator: Communicating with radiologist to provide better understanding for any findings
- Self-sufficient: Completes diagnostic exams at clinic unaccompanied by another ultrasound tech
- Flexible: Experience in morning outpatient diagnostic setting, 2D/5D imaging, and adaptable to Hospital night time shifts
Certification
- ARDMS - SPI
- HIPAA Certified
- AHA - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
Machines Used
- GE LOGIQ E9
- PHILIPS IU22
- PHILIPS AFFINITI 50G
- GE VOLUSON E8
- GE VOLUSON E9
- GE VOLUSON E10
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diagnostic Ultrasound Tech
Carlsbad Imaging Center
01.2024 - Current
Ultrasound Intern
Carlsbad Imaging Center
07.2023 - 10.2023
Ultrasound Intern
Orange County Global Medical Center
05.2023 - 10.2023
Ultrasound Intern
Mommy and Me
05.2023 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
PLATT College
Associate of Science - Math and Science
Palomar College
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