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
Lake Mary, FL
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
Orlando, FL
08.2001 - 07.2021
Sonographer
Florida Hospital
Orlando, FL
09.1991 - 11.2001
Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist
Florida Hospital
Orlando, Fl
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
Charlottesville, VA
06.1989 - 09.1991
Clinical Educator
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Orlando, FL
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