Sarah Backus
Hyattsville,MD
Summary
Highly motivated Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with experience in routine/emergent exams, including abdominal, venous, OB/GYN exams. Trained one on one with new staff and students on proper scanning techniques, ergonomics, and ultrasound anatomy. With a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Howard University Hospital
Washington, District of Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Full time, day shift
- Preformed routine/emergent exams, including upper/lower extremity venous, abdominal, thyroid, small parts, carotid, OB first/second trimester, and transabdominal/transvaginal studies
- Assisted radiologists in fine needle aspiration procedures and prostate exams
- Performed portable ultrasounds on ICU patients
- Assisted in training new staff and students on ultrasound protocols and procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2024
Skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Employee/student training
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- Team player
- Diagnostic procedures
Certification
- Registerd Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
-Abdomen
- BLS certified
-2025-2027
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Howard University Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Virginia Commonwealth University