Troy Johnson
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Versatile sonography professional with broad experience in abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN, echocardiogram, musculoskeletal, and small-parts imaging. Known for precise image acquisition, PACS and DICOM documentation, and calm, compassionate patient care.
Experienced sonographer with 20+ years in diagnostic ultrasound, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, echocardiography, and musculoskeletal imaging. Known for patient safety, precise image capture, and strong PACS and non-invasive procedure skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
Gateway Imaging
Abilene, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Executed diagnostic ultrasound imaging, capturing clinically relevant images to support physician evaluations and patient care. Exams performed Abd., elastography/fibroscan, small parts, musculoskeletal, vascular.
- Collaborated with radiologists and care teams to coordinate imaging needs and next steps.
- Verified patient identification and exam orders before completing ultrasound studies.
- Maintained imaging equipment and followed cleaning protocols to support safe daily operations.
- Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
- Reduced appointment wait times by optimizing scheduling processes and efficiently managing daily workload.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
Sonographer
Mitchell County Hospital
Colorado City, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Performed diagnostic ultrasound imaging to support physician evaluations and patient care. Exams included but not limited to abdominal, ob/gyn, echocardiogram, small parts, and vascular.
- Operated ultrasound equipment while adjusting settings for clear, accurate diagnostic views.
- Prepared patients for procedures by explaining steps and positioning for optimal image acquisition.
- Documented exam findings and organized patient records for timely clinical review.
- Taught echocardiography techniques to sonographers, ensuring competency in core imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Lead Sonographer
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital
Sweetwater, TX
04.2022 - 10.2025
- Performed diagnostic sonography across abdominal, obstetric, vascular, and small-parts exams with consistent image quality.
- Performed diagnostic sonography across abdominal, obstetric, vascular, and small-parts, echocardiogram exams with consistent image quality.
- Coordinated patient preparation, verification, and positioning to support accurate, efficient scanning, and call schedule.
- Reviewed images for completeness, documenting findings in EMR and PACS systems.
- Delivered instruction to Midland College students on performing sonograms for clinical competency.
- Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
- Used skills to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of new ultrasound equipment before purchase to ensure compatibility with existing systems and facility requirements.
- Optimized exam protocols for specific clinical indications, resulting in more targeted diagnostic information for physicians.
Travel Sonographer
Various
Multiple
12.2018 - 03.2022
- Positioned patients and optimized image quality for obstetric, abdominal, and vascular studies.
- Positioned patients and optimized image quality for obstetric, abdominal/elastography, vascular, echocardiograms, small parts, musculoskeletal studies.
- Documented sonographic findings accurately in EMR and communicated urgent results to physicians.
- Maintained equipment readiness through daily quality checks, probe care, and troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
- Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
- Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
Sonographer/Echo Vascular Sonographer
Shannon Clinic
San Angelo, TX
06.2006 - 11.2018
- Performed diagnostic ultrasound imaging to support physician evaluations and patient care.
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various types of ultrasounds including abdominal, obstetrical, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts examinations.
- Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
- Adapted quickly to varied cases while delivering consistent, high-quality sonography support.
- Prepared patients for procedures, explained steps, and maintained comfort throughout scanning
- Mentored new sonographers on scanning techniques, workflow standards, and patient communication
- Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
- Supported departmental accreditation efforts by ensuring compliance with national sonography standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL05-1997
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL12-1998
Skills
- Patient compassion
- Ultrasound procedures
- PACS systems
- Non-invasive techniques
- Patient safety
- Staff training
- 3D/4D imaging
Certification
RDMS, RVT, RDCS
Timeline
Sonographer
Gateway Imaging
03.2026 - Current
Sonographer
Mitchell County Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Lead Sonographer
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 10.2025
Travel Sonographer
Various
12.2018 - 03.2022
Sonographer/Echo Vascular Sonographer
Shannon Clinic
06.2006 - 11.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
South Suburban College of Cook County
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County