Michael Thomas

• Assisted with medical procedures, such as physician-administered ultrasound-guided injections.
• Enhanced treatment procedures by accurately positioning patients to maximize their safety and comfort.
• Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.

• Perform carotid duplex examinations to evaluate blood flow and plaque characteristics in the carotid and vertebral arteries, with both real-time imaging and spectral analysis using color capabilities.
• Perform venous examinations of the arms and legs with Doppler and color duplex scanning using compression maneuvers and imaging for the detection of deep vein thrombosis, superficial thrombophlebitis, and/or valvular incompetence, which may include mapping of the superficial veins for size and depth.
• Assist the physician with thrombin injections of pseudoaneurysms, intraoperative scanning, gathering necessary materials and equipment, and properly disposing of used equipment and supplies. Observe sterile fields and techniques used in the operating room.

• Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
• Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
• Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.

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