Melinda Hoyos
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Ultrasound Technologist with extensive experience at HCA, excelling in diagnostic imaging and patient care. Proficient in abdominal and obstetrical sonography, I enhance patient comfort and outcomes through empathetic communication and real-time guidance during procedures. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and mentoring future sonographers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Ultrasound Technologist
HCA
Houston, TX
04.2011 - Current
- Performed comprehensive ultrasound examinations on patients to aid in accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Assisted physicians in interpreting ultrasound results, enhancing patient care decisions.
- Educated patients on procedures, addressing concerns to improve comfort during examinations.
- Educated patients on examination processes, easing anxiety levels and fostering a positive experience.
- Mentored student sonographers during clinical rotations, providing valuable guidance on advanced imaging techniques and patient care best practices.
- Provided training support for new hires, sharing expertise on best practices in ultrasound technology usage and patient care principles.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Streamlined workflow and reduced wait times by efficiently prioritizing patients based on urgency of examinations.
- Improved patient care by proficiently performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
- Prepared supplies and paperwork to support physician for sterile procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the ultrasound suite, ensuring a comfortable environment for patients during their exams.
- Completed required documentation promptly after each exam, ensuring all necessary information was available for medical professionals to make informed decisions about patient care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic care during ultrasound procedures.
- Provided real-time sonographic guidance during biopsy procedures, contributing to successful sample collection.
Education
Ultrasound - Ultrasound
Sanford–Brown
Houston, TX03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Art
Indiana University
IN05.2003
Skills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Abdominal sonography
- Patient care
- Ultrasound equipment operation
- Obstetrical ultrasound
- Sonographic procedures
- Interventional procedures
- Breast sonography
- Intraoperative sonography
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Ultrasound Technologist
HCA
04.2011 - Current
Ultrasound - Ultrasound
Sanford–Brown
Bachelor of Science - Art
Indiana University