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Renee Schauer

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Compassionate and driven Diagnostic Medical Sonographer dedicated to enhancing patient care and educational outcomes. Leverages expertise in curriculum creation and direct patient care to mentor students and improve diagnostic accuracy. Certified RDMS (AB, OB/GYN, PS) and RVT, embodies empathy and cultural sensitivity in all professional endeavors.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor

Concordia University Wisconsin
08.2023 - Current
  • Taught the pediatric sonography course, providing instruction to senior undergraduate diagnostic medical sonography students.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while acting as a liaison for clinical rotations through Children's Wisconsin.
  • Created and graded quizzes, tests, homework, and presentations to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Boosted class participation by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Children's Wisconsin
05.2019 - Current
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images on pediatric and adult patients.
  • Assisted in training new sonographers, sharing expertise in imaging techniques and best practices for patient care.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety while improving cooperation.
  • Optimized image quality through meticulous attention to detail and appropriate selection of transducers, settings, and display parameters.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Roshal Imaging Services, Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Took call for numerous hospitals and clinics to provide availability at any time to patients needing urgent and emergent exams.
  • Collaborated with radiologists to provide accurate and timely diagnostic information for various medical conditions.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by ensuring a thorough explanation of sonographic procedures before beginning examinations.

Vascular Sonographer

The Healthy Vein
09.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assisted physician in diagnosing vascular conditions through comprehensive sonographic evaluations through vein mapping and evaluation of varicose veins, as well as treatment for venous insufficiency through laser ablations, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy, and microphlebectomies..
  • Promoted a safe work environment by following infection control protocols and proper equipment handling techniques.
  • Streamlined scheduling processes by coordinating appointments and managing daily workload efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Concordia University Wisconsin
Mequon, WI
05.2019

Skills

  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • HIPAA Regulations
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Empathy
  • Patient Safety
  • Organization
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Student Precepting

Certifications

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (2023)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Pediatric Sonography Specialty (2023)
  • Registered Vascular Technologist (2020)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Obstetrics and Gynecology (2019)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Abdomen (2019)
  • Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (2018)

Activities

Presenter - Sonography Education Event (2023)

  • Created and presented a 50 minute lecture on Pediatric Sonographic Emergencies and presented for area sonographers and students at a continuing education event.
  • Fielded questions regarding symptoms, sonographic appearances, and statistics regarding presented disorders.

Board Secretary - Lakeshore Productions, Inc.

  • Member (2010-Present), Board Member (2019-Present), Board Secretary (2022-Present).
  • Community Theatre organization for ages 8+ located in Random Lake, WI.

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Concordia University Wisconsin
08.2023 - Current

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Roshal Imaging Services, Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2022

Vascular Sonographer

The Healthy Vein
09.2019 - 08.2021

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Children's Wisconsin
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Concordia University Wisconsin

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