Taylor Shank
Wrightsville,PA
Summary
Accomplished Diagnostic Medical Sonographer from Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, who is competent in diagnostic imaging and patient safety in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. Efficient in optimizing image quality and demonstrating exceptional time management, professionalism, and teamwork. Esteemed for enhancing patient care through continuous learning and stress tolerance, without compromising confidentiality or legal standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Review physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operate ultrasound equipment to capture and produce diagnostic images.
- Educate patients on procedure details, provide instructions, and answer questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Optimize image quality through meticulous attention to detail and appropriate selection of transducers, settings, and display parameters.
- Assist in training new sonographers and students, sharing expertise in imaging techniques and best practices for patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall performance of the ultrasound department within the hospital.
- Uphold legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining consent and keeping patient information secure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA08-2022
Skills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Patient safety
- HIPAA
- Time management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
Certification
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
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