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Whitney Peterson

Bloomington,MN

Summary

Meticulous ultrasound professional with solid record of success in obstetrics & gynecology sonography. Completes procedures with skill and accuracy in fast-paced environments. Dedicated using conscientious and systematic approaches to gain important information about internal body structures, development and areas of concern.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Obgyn West
2019.02 - Current
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
  • Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
  • Conducted obstetric and gynecologic scans on patients across stages of pregnancy and other areas of women's health.
  • Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
  • Assisted with sonohysterogram , IUD insertions and IUD removals to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Lifeline Screening
2018.01 - 2019.01
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Collected images and recordings of blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses .
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
  • Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.

Shift Supervisor

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
2014.02 - 2018.02
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Argosy University
Eagan, MN
02.2017

Skills

  • Staff Education
  • Patient Education
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Patient Confidentiality

Timeline

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Obgyn West
2019.02 - Current

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Lifeline Screening
2018.01 - 2019.01

Shift Supervisor

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
2014.02 - 2018.02

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Argosy University
Whitney Peterson