Vascular Ultrasound Technologist Resume Samples

Description :

1. Maintained equipment needed to perform vascular ultrasound for surgical services.
2. Explained procedures to patients and family members to allay any fears.
3. Extensived use of computer programs.
4. Worked closely with Vascular Surgeons.
5. Worked independently.
6. Gave preliminary reports to the surgeons.
7. Notified proper personnel in case of emergent situation.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

GED

Description :

1. Performed ULTRASOUND EXAMS on arterial and venous areas of interest, such as Aorta, Carotid, lower leg veins, etc.
2. Guided for ENDOVASCULAR LASER ABLATION of the greater saphenous vein for treatment of clinical-grade varicosities.
3. Mapped plaque and aneurysms for carotid endarterectomy and AAA repair.
4. Wrote imaging reports, MANAGED PATIENT FILES AND FOLLOW-UP.
5. Provided SPANISH TRANSLATION when necessary.
6. Knowledgeable of ultrasound, ultrasound technology and computers, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical/workplace Spanish.
7. Produced two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings using ultrasound equipment.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

GED

Description :

1. Verified patient's history and update patient's information.
2. Explained to patients thoroughly the type of examination.
3. Checked/compared prior studies if available.
4. Computed scanning reports and send them to Doctors.
5. Choosed appropriate ultrasound transducers/settings/protocols for each examination.
6. Performed Segmental Pressure ABI, Carotid Arteries Duplex, Upper/Lower Extremities Arteries&Veins-Stents or Bypassed grafts, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, and Renal upon physician's orders.
7. Cleaned up/Sanitized bed and equipments after each examination.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Diploma In Vascular

Description :

1. Provided clinical services according to the ultrasound practice standards and act as a resource to colleagues and other technologists to ensure optimal department functions.
2. Administered sound patient care practices according to department policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of patients.
3. Demonstrated safety for patients, staff, and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
4. Maintained equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of patients and employees.
5. Completed ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations.
6. Wrote preliminary reports for every examination that perform.
7. Presented each and every ultrasound examination that I perform to the reading physician.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Bachelors Of Health Science

Description :

1. Managed patients in an outpatient setting as a vascular ultrasound technologist.
2. Assumed lead technologist responsibilities managing patient flow on multiple occasions.
3. Assisted interventional radiologists in diagnosing and treating patients positive for vascular disease, most frequently arterial and venous insufficiency.
4. Understood and correlated other imaging results (angiography, CT scans, MRA's) to that of ultrasound findings.
5. Collaborated to draft daily protocols, standardizations, and procedures including regulatory standards.
6. In charged of training employees and help with minor troubleshooting.
7. Assisted patients in explaining their health insurance benefits in terms of what radiological services are covered.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

MPH

Description :

1. Responsible for performing quality sonographic studies by following protocols and physician's orders to provide quality diagnostic data for interpretation by Vascular Surgeons.
2. Prepared patients for examination Scan patients Perform carotid duplex to assess for stenosis, occlusion, dissection, carotid body tumor, stents, bypasses, and subclavian disease.
3. Performed venous duplex to assess for deep vein thrombosis, venous reflux, and vein mapping for hemodialysis access.
4. Performed arterial duplex to assess for stenosis and occlusion, evaluate bypass grafts, pseudoaneurysms, stents, and hemodialysis access.
5. Performed Transcranial Doppler to assess for intracranial arterial occlusion, stenosis, and brain death.
6. Performed TCOM for wound healing and amputation level.
7. Performed arterial physiologic exam to screen for peripheral arterial disease and for following exams for post arterial revascularization.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BS In Clinical Rotation

Description :

1. Performed vascular screenings to diagnose aortic aneurysm and peripheral arterial disease Provide preliminary interpretation and report critical findings to physicians.
2. Attended and presented interesting cases for collaboration at the weekly Houston Methodist DeBakey Vascular Conference.
3. Facilitated Physician-Patient relationship by explaining to patients certain procedures, physiological, biological manifestations of specific vascular diseases.
4. Entered the billing information for each and every ultrasound study performed.
5. Assisted with surgical procedures when requested by the physicians.
6. Uploaded scanning studies to PAC system.
7. Selected transducer and adjusted equipment control according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

GED

Description :

1. Led Ultrasound Technologist performing diagnostic testing.
2. Provided good care with diagnostic imaging.
3. Served as a mobile sonographer to multiple doctors and facilities.
4. Worked at facilities throughout the coastal areas of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, including private clinics, Medicaid/Medicare clinics, Georgia State Prison System, geriatric and internist clinics, and nursing homes.
5. Prepared preliminary reports and give verbal reports to doctors and nursing staff.
6. Organized schedules and serve as a liaison for reading radiologists, clients, and office staff.
7. Cross-trained in echo, abdominal, renal retroperitoneal, thyroid, and testicular.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associate In Radiology

Description :

1. Performed vascular ultrasound screenings of the carotid arteries and abdominal aorta for aneurysm.
2. Performed 4 lead EKG for atrial fibrillation.
3. Performed ABI study for peripheral arterial disease.
4. Performed capillary punctures of the finger for blood collection.
5. Provided excellent patient care and friendly customer service.
6. Explained exams and blood results to patients.
7. Assisted with staff training and development.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Certificate In Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Description :

1. Worked for Anne Arundel Medical Center in various roles; this description touches on each one.
2. Performed a wide variety of vascular and general ultrasound exams, including carotid, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, abdominal vascular, small parts, and general abdominal imaging.
3. Assisted in developing protocols and interpretation guidelines for the Vascular Lab.
4. Acted as Technical Director of Vascular Lab for a portion of my time at AAMC, including ICAVL reaccreditation.
5. Acted as a liaison between the radiologists and sonographers, working with staff to enhance image quality, staying up to date with current ultrasound technology, and preparing for ACR accreditation; this involved standardizing study protocols and interpretation guidelines for all of the ultrasound, including both general and vascular, at four outpatient imaging centers.
6. Had the opportunity to complete year one of the LEAD (Leadership Exploration and Development) program at AAMC, during which time I worked on a project focused on reducing insurance denials.
7. Team presented their findings to the hospital leadership council and had the opportunity to work with our CFO.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

GED