Latonia Sims
Covington, GA **016
***********@*****.***
December 23, 2013
Dear Office of Human Resources:
I am seeking an Ultrasound Technician position where my knowledge and
experience can be utilized in an organization which offers opportunities
for growth and advancement.
I have earned my Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate as well as my
Medical Assistant Certificate. As highlighted in the attached resume, my
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate and Medical Assistant Certificate
along with my pass work experiences have given me an excellent overview of
the Medical field, particularly concerning the interpretation and
compliance requirements.
I am confident that my skills and experiences would be profitable to your
organization. I would welcome any opportunity to learn more about your
organization and discuss how I can be of the most value to you. I may be
reached via telephone or e-mail address listed above. The enclosed resume
elaborates on the details of my skills and experiences.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration and opportunity.
Sincerely,
Latonia Sims
Enclosure
LATONIA BYRD
70 Arlington Drive, Covington, Georgia, 30016
Cell: 678-***-****
OBJECTIVE: To obtain an entry level position as an Ultrasound Technician,
utilizing my prior training and experience as an Ultrasound Technician as
well as a Medical Assistant to further my professional development with a
dynamic medical team.
EDUCATION: 10/2002 - 06/2004
Sanford Brown Institute (Formerly UDS) Atlanta, GA
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate: Completed training performing
ultrasound examinations for general sonography: abdomen, pelvis, pregnant
female pelvis, superficial structures, segments of vascular system, anatomy
& physiology, pathophysiology of organ systems, identified organ structure
patterns, survey protocols.
Laboratory Equipment: HDI 3000; Acuson 128xP/10
02/1996 - 08/1996
Georgia Medical Institute Atlanta, GA
Medical Assistant Certificate
EXPERIENCE: 01/2007 - Present LIFELINE SCREENING Atlanta, GA
ULTRASOUND TECH/ASSISTANT TEAM MANAGER
Various ultrasound techniques including small parts, thyroid nodule,
reproductive systems, abdomen, pelvis.
Devising diagnostic reports indicating abnormalities for patients
Front and Back Desk, General medical procedures such as finger sticks
Assitant team manager, uploading hours worked for team employees also
assumes Team manager role in absence of regular Team Manager
04/2004 - 06/2004 Newton General Hospital Covington, GA
Ultrasound Technician Extern
Performed various modalities, including small parts, thyroid nodule,
reproductive systems, abdomen, pelvis and OB/GYN.
Picked up film, dated and delivered to Radiologist
Devised diagnostic reports from ultrasound; indicated diagnostic
abnormalities
01/2004 - 04/2004 Rockdale Medical Center Conyers, GA
Ultrasound Technician Extern
Assisted with thyroid biopsies, detecting parasynthesis (via scanning)
Indicated abnormalities on patients' charts
Devised diagnostic reports from ultrasounds
Picked up film, dated and delivered to Radiologist
01/1999 - 05/2002 Internal Medicine of Rockdale Conyers, GA
Medical Assistant
Assisted with exam and treatment of patients under direction of the
physicians
Performed routine EKGs, H-pylori screening, and laboratory testing
Administered injections, collected blood specimens via venipuncture, and
finger sticks
06/1998 - 01/1999 A Family Practice of Lithonia Lithonia, GA
Medical Assistant
Answered incoming calls
Performed front and back office duties
Ran urinalysis, took vital signs, administered injections
10/1996 - 06/1998 A Family Care Center Covington, GA
Medical Assistant
Performed front and back office duties
Answered incoming calls
Conducted urinalysis, vital signs, injections, venipuncture, and routine
EKGs
ACHIEVEMENTS: CPR, First Aid Certified, and Registry eligible
COMPUTER/ Microsoft Office Suite and Medisoft
SKILLS:
REFERENCES: Available upon request