Marisol Davis ARDMS (AB)

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San Antonio. Tx. 78254

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Dedicated ARDMS (AB) Registered ultrasound technologist with more than 8 years of experience in areas

of ultrasound procedures that include abdominal, OB/GYN, venous doppler, small parts, pediatrics, ultrasound guided biopsies, aspirations and foreign body removal in an effort to provide the upmost care of active duty service members and families. Care for both inpatient /outpatient, emergent and critical care patients. Strong people’s

and communication skills. Willing to take on new experiences.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Wilford Hall Family Emergency Center 10/2017- Present

Register Ultrasound Technologist

Contractor

Receive patients, explain procedures, and provide appropriate care. Correctly position the patient for the examination and make adjustments necessary for the required Determine if any special patient preparation is required.

Operate ultrasound scanners. Operate the linear, sector, and endovaginal probes as well as pulse and color Doppler capabilities of provided scanners.

Receive and interpret requests or instructions for diagnostic ultrasound scans; perform assigned quality control checks of the ultrasound

Perform a full range of diagnostic ultrasonic examinations including but not limited to: obstetrical sonography, including imaging of all fetal anatomy in order to obtain accurate dating and growth parameters and evaluate for fetal abnormalities and problems with the pregnancy; pelvic sonography, including imaging of all pelvic anatomy to attain accurate assessment of suspected pathology; and endovaginal sonography exams to obtain accurate assessment of suspected pelvic pathology; abdominal sonography to include all major organs and systems of the abdomen; small parts sonography to include scans of the breast, thyroid and testicles; and limited vascular sonography to include carotid, aortic and lower extremity venous duplex

Performs numerous complex sonographic scanning on all anatomical areas for in- utero, neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric Assists radiologist and/or other physicians in performing invasive diagnostic techniques such as injections, aspirations and intraoperative localization of lesions, or other similar procedures.

Identify abnormalities during testing and determine need for additional scans of affected

Recognize anatomic variants and determine which other area(s) of the body should be

Use a detailed understanding of diseases of anatomy to accomplish effective ultrasound

Advise the physician of results of the examination and provide them with a preliminary diagnosis.

Notify physician of significant scans requiring immediate attention.

Maintain and clean ultrasound equipment on a regular basis in accordance with department standards.

Stock and maintain an adequate level of supplies required to ultrasound

Recommend necessary repairs when diagnostic quality is degraded.

Make minor adjustments on Differentiate artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognize electronic equipment limitations. Program the examination equipment, set up the machine and scanning techniques to be employed

Department of Defense at San Antonio Military Medical Center 02/2011-10/2017 Registered

Civilian permanent party

Competent in the measurement of First Trimester Fetal Nuchal Translucency Performs 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimester OB ultrasounds, assess for abnormalities and dates/ growth, abdominal, vascular, pelvic/transvaginal, testicular, small parts, pediatric, MSK and neonatal examinations.

In depth OB ultrasound experience including imaging equal to level 2 according to AIUM standards

Assists in procedures and injections under ultrasound guidance, maintains sterile field and proficiently guides radiology residents.

Trained in an outpatient/inpatient, Intensive care and emergent setting

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Responsible for the proper use of the Radiology Computer System (scheduling exams, patient tracking, film tracking, proper completion of exams, capture charges).

Follows safety policies and procedures applicable to the job, recognizes impending crisis situations and institutes measures (such as adjusting priorities) to prevent further complications Understands and follows infection control/universal precautions in the performance of all job tasks.

Performs portable exams for critical care patients

Maintains order and cleanliness. Always practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination during invasive ultrasound procedures.

Adheres to the Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community.

Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself.

Understands and enforces system, departmental policies and procedures, as well as, established rules and regulations.

Actively participates in the orientation and training of new employees, residents and students.

Performs job duties independently and without direct supervision.

Assist physicians in all interventional procedures in an interventional or operating room setting.

Performs on average 2,160-2,200 ultrasound examinations annually ranging from OB/ GYN, AB, small parts, ultrasound biopsies, foreign body removal, aspiration and steroid injections.

Utilizes a background in anatomy, physiology, physics and instrumentation to provide technical information to aid the radiologist in making diagnosis.

In addition, I maintain department supplies and equipment. He/she participates in the quality control of the ultrasound department.

Completes process improvement studies that enhance patient cares effectiveness and efficiency.

Considered the pediatric subject matter in the Ultrasound department.

Take on tasks that would improve JACHO standards, helping with organization, and implementing new infection control ideas.

SKILLS

Experience with medical equipment such as Philips IU22, Siemens S200,GE logic9, Philips Epic and Pixis medical supply system.

Proven record of reliability and responsibility to patient and medical staff in a professional manner.

Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills in order to make wise health care decisions.

Knowledge in administering and documenting ultrasound findings and correlating clinical symptoms.

Basic Computer knowledge and prior training with CHCS, ALTA, IMPAX, IMPAX Scheduling, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook emailing system.

Completed documentation in a timely manner and tracking logs and data reporting.

Overall willing to learn new task and assignments given.

EDUCATION

-Eagle Academy -2007 High school diploma

-Academy of Health care Professionals- 2012 Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Basic Life Support 2015-2017

Ultrasound Certification 2012-Current

ARDMS (AB) 05/2016-12/2016

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