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Tina Buchanan RDMS, RTR

Knoxville,TN

Summary

With a robust background as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, notably at High Risk Obstetrical Consultants, I excel in evaluating and communicating critical sonographic findings and delivering exceptional patient care. I am ARDMS certified in OB/GYN, Fetal Echocardiography, Abdomen and Small parts. I am also certified in First Trimester Screening ultrasounds through NTQR and proficient in GE and Samsung ultrasound sytems. My ability to work both independently and as part of a team has been pivotal in advancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

High Risk Obstetrical Consultants
02.2022 - Current
  • Prepare the patient, exam room, and ultrasound machine for sonographic scans
  • Explain procedures to patients and address concerns
  • Perform Level 3 perinatal ultrasounds including fetal anatomical surveys, fetal echocardiograms, assess fetal well-being, doppler studies and first trimester screens.
  • Assist physicians with ultrasound guided procedures such as amniocentesis and CVS
  • Review and discuss normal and abnormal sonographic findings with physician
  • Monitor, record, and communicate as appropriate utilizing GE Viewpoint system
  • Maintain equipment

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Dr. George Vick
01.2000 - 02.2022
  • Prepare the patient, exam room, and ultrasound machine for sonographic scan
  • Explains procedure to patient and address their concerns
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal Level One and Level Two OB ultrasounds as well as Biophysical Profiles, 3D/4D, and Doppler studies on patients
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal GYN ultrasounds in 2D, 3D, pulsed wave doppler and color doppler studies on patients
  • Assist physician with in-office ultrasound guided endometrial cryoablation and ultrasound guided D & C's in the operating room
  • Assist Nurse Practitioner in ultrasound guided IUD insertions, Sonohysterograms, and Sonohysterosalpingograms
  • Review and discuss normal and abnormal sonographic findings with physician
  • Train ultrasound students in ultrasound procedures and equipment
  • Maintain ultrasound equipment and order medical supplies

Sonographer (One Day/Week)

Fort Sanders OB/GYN Group
01.2005 - 04.2010
  • Prepared the patient, exam room, and ultrasound machine for sonographic exam
  • Explain procedure to patient and address their concerns
  • Performed transabdominal and transvaginal GYN ultrasounds, in 2D, 3D, and Color Doppler studies
  • Assist physician in ultrasound guided IUD insertions
  • Performed transabdominal and transvaginal OB ultrasounds, as well as, Biophysical Profiles, 3D/4D, and Doppler studies
  • Train ultrasound students in office procedures and ultrasound equipment
  • Reviewed and discussed normal and abnormal sonographic findings with physician
  • Maintained ultrasound equipment

Sonographer

Wellmont Health Systems, Holston Valley
1994 - 2000
  • Prepare the patient, the exam room, and the ultrasound machine for sonographic scan
  • Explain procedure to patient and address their concerns
  • Perform transabdominal ultrasounds of the breast, thyroid, scrotum and all abdominal organs in 2D, pulsed wave doppler and color doppler studies on patients
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal GYN ultrasounds in 2D, 3D, pulsed wave doppler and color doppler studies on patients
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal Level One and Level 2 OB ultrasounds as well as Biophysical Profiles, 3d/4d, and color doppler studies
  • Assist radiologists, obstetricians, or nephrologists in ultrasound guidedprocedures which include liver, kidney, thyroid and breast biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and amniocentesis
  • Review and discuss normal and abnormal findings with physician
  • Maintain ultrasound equipment and order medical supplies
  • Train students in ultrasound procedures and equipment

Sonographer

Kingsport Imaging and Breast Center
1992 - 1994
  • Prepare the patient, the exam room, and the ultrasound machine for sonographic scan
  • Explain the procedure to the patient and address concerns
  • Perform transabdominal ultrasounds of the abdomen, breast, and thyroid
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal GYN and obstetrical ultrasounds
  • Assist radiologist in breast and thyroid biopsies
  • Communicate ultrasound findings to provider
  • Maintain ultrasound equipment and order supplies

Sonographer

Bristol Regional Medical Center
1990 - 1992
  • Prepare the patient, the exam room, and the ultrasound machine for sonographic scan
  • Explain the procedure to patient and address their concerns
  • Perform transabdominal ultrasounds of the breast, thyroid, scrotum and abdominal organs
  • Perform transabdominal and transvaginal GYN and obstetrical ultrasounds
  • Assist the radiologist in ultrasound guided procedures which include thyroid, breast, liver, kidney biopsies, paracentesis, and thoracentesis

Education

Ultrasound Techonology

Florida Institute of Ultrasound
Pensacola, FL
06.1990

Associate of Science - Radiography

Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA
05.1989

Skills

  • Able to confidently evaluate and communicate sonographic findings with the physician
  • Excellent patient care skills
  • Outstanding ability to work as a team, as well as independently
  • Staying updated on advancements in ultrasound technology and techniques through continuous medical education

Timeline

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

High Risk Obstetrical Consultants
02.2022 - Current

Sonographer (One Day/Week)

Fort Sanders OB/GYN Group
01.2005 - 04.2010

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Dr. George Vick
01.2000 - 02.2022

Sonographer

Wellmont Health Systems, Holston Valley
1994 - 2000

Sonographer

Kingsport Imaging and Breast Center
1992 - 1994

Sonographer

Bristol Regional Medical Center
1990 - 1992

Ultrasound Techonology

Florida Institute of Ultrasound

Associate of Science - Radiography

Virginia Highlands Community College
Tina Buchanan RDMS, RTR