Michael Garcia
San Antonio
Summary
ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (AB) with one year of experience in a fast-paced hospital environment performing high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Experienced in inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, ICU, and bedside imaging. Skilled in abdominal, breast, small parts, OB/GYN, and vascular ultrasound examinations, as well as assisting with ultrasound-guided procedures. Dedicated to providing compassionate patient care, maintaining patient safety, and producing accurate diagnostic images to support physician diagnosis and treatment. Strong team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols
- Obtain high-quality diagnostic images for radiologist interpretation in inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, ICU, and surgical settings.
- Conduct abdominal, breast, small parts, vascular, and OB/GYN ultrasound examinations.
- Perform portable bedside ultrasound examinations for critically ill and non-ambulatory patients.
- Review patient histories, clinical indications, and prior imaging studies to ensure appropriate examination protocols.
- Adjust imaging parameters and scanning techniques to optimize image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
- Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures including biopsies, fine needle aspirations (FNA), paracentesis, and thoracentesis.
- Recognize and document normal and abnormal anatomical findings.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations, infection-control standards, and patient safety practices.
- Accurately document imaging studies and patient information within PACS and EMR systems.
- Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, physicians, and healthcare team members to provide quality patient care.
- Prioritize multiple examinations efficiently while maintaining exceptional patient care and professionalism.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX05-2024
Skills
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging
- Abdominal Sonography
- OB/GYN Ultrasound
- Small Parts Imaging
- Vascular Ultrasound
- Portable/Bedside Examinations
- Ultrasound-Guided Procedures
- Anatomy & Pathology Recognition
- Image Optimization
- PACS & Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Assessment
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- Patient Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
Timeline
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Baptist Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
St. Philip's College
CREDENTIALS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
- Abdomen (AB) – ARDMS
- Registered: June 18, 2025
Reference
Marti Gonzales RN, BSN
Manager of Imaging & Non- Invs. Cardiology
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant
8026 Floyd Curl San Antonio, TX 78229
O: 210-575-8162 | martha.gonzales@mhshealth.com
Relationship: Interim Manager for clinical rotation site
Francisco Lozano, RVT, RT
Ultrasound Technologist
University Hospital
4502 Medical Dr.San Antonio, TX 78229
M: 210-612-1604
Relationship: Sonographer mentor for clinical rotation site
Chris Flores
Lead Sonographer
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant
8026 Floyd Curl
San Antonio, TX 78229
M: 210-265-7840
Relationship: Lead Sonographer I reported to for clinical rotation site