Melissa Spagnuolo-Lupinski
Lake Mary,FL
Summary
Adept Perinatal Sonographer with a proven track record at AdventHealth MedicalGroup, enhancing patient care through expert fetal imaging and continuous learning. Excelled in collaborative teamwork and critical thinking, significantly improving diagnostic accuracy. Certified in CPR/AED, my adaptability and commitment to ethics have consistently led to improved patient outcomes and departmental excellence.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Perinatal Sonographer
AdventHealth MedicalGroup
07.2021 - Current
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, sharing insights from sonographic findings to inform treatment plans for patients.
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices in perinatal sonography, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
- Applied expert knowledge of maternal-fetal anatomy to identify potential complications early in pregnancy, enabling proactive intervention when needed.
- Consistently met quality assurance standards through regular equipment maintenance checks and calibration processes.
- Implemented 3D/4D ultrasound technology into practice, providing patients with more comprehensive diagnostic information.
- Provided empathetic support to patients during examinations, creating a comforting environment that facilitated cooperation and successful scans.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide accurate and timely diagnostic information, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by performing high-quality perinatal ultrasound examinations.
- Optimized imaging techniques for complex cases, improving visualization of fetal anatomy and potential abnormalities.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new staff members, fostering a supportive team environment.
Perinatal Sonographer
Fetal Diagnostic Center of Orlando
08.2001 - 07.2021
Sonographer
Florida Hospital
09.1991 - 11.2001
Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist
Florida Hospital
09.1991 - 06.1993
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Led team training sessions on advanced imaging techniques, elevating departmental expertise and capability.
- Improved radiology department efficiency with implementation of new imaging protocols.
- Played key role in achieving departmental accreditation by adhering to strict quality and safety standards.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Performed diagnostic breast mammograms and ultrasounds.
- Mentored radiologic technology students and taught proper procedures.
Radiologic Technologist/Lead Mammography Technologist
University of Virginia Medical Center
06.1989 - 09.1991
Clinical Educator
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
1993 - 2005
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Orlando, FL06.1993
Radiologic Technology
United Hospital Center College of Health Sciences
Clarksburg06.1989
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Fetal Imaging Expertise
- Critical thinking abilities
- Prenatal Diagnostic Procedures
- Nuchal Translucency Measurement
- Obstetrical Ultrasound Proficiency
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring
Timeline
Perinatal Sonographer
AdventHealth MedicalGroup
07.2021 - Current
Perinatal Sonographer
Fetal Diagnostic Center of Orlando
08.2001 - 07.2021
Sonographer
Florida Hospital
09.1991 - 11.2001
Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist
Florida Hospital
09.1991 - 06.1993
Radiologic Technologist/Lead Mammography Technologist
University of Virginia Medical Center
06.1989 - 09.1991
Clinical Educator
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
1993 - 2005
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Radiologic Technology
United Hospital Center College of Health Sciences
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