KAREN LOWERY RDMS
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EXPERIENCE
MEDISCAN, WOODLAND HILLS, CA
Ultrasound Technologist
October 2015
SADDLEBACK MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, Laguna Hills, CA
Out patient clinic consultant September 2010 – October 2014
June 2006 – August 2008
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Assisted and cared for patients ; obtained, documented and recorded patient info
Identified and applied principles, theories, practices and techniques of ultrasound; produced quality images, recognized normal human anatomy and pathological conditions and utilized equipment to differentiate disease processes
Coordinated patient care with other medical professionals, interacted and discussed exams with radiologists while providing emotional care to patients and patients’ family
Demonstrated ability to perform abdomen, renal, small parts, pelvic, vascular carotid, venous and arterial scans; assist in thoracentesis, paracentesis, hysterosonograms, biopsy and injection procedures
Saddleback Memorial is a critical care facility with OR, ER, ICU, inpatient as well as outpatient demands
QUALIFICATIONS
ARDMS licensed Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
BLS current
Proficient in performing arterial studies
Skilled in clear documenting and recording of pertinent information
Recognized by former colleagues and superiors for team work, communication skills, excellent patient care, and ability to remain calm & focused in stressful situations
EDUCATION
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Chicago, IL
1979
Certification awarded in Respiratory Therapy
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO, Chicago, IL
1984
Bachelors Degree awarded in Marketing
CYPRESS COLLEGE, Cypress, CA
2006
Certification awarded in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Class Valedictorian
GULFCOAST ULTRASOUND INSTITUTE, St. Petersberg, FL
2015
ACCREDITATIONS & SKILLS
GULFCOAST ULTRASOUND INSTITUTE scan workshop with 1:1 instruction on abdomen,thyroid,renal,testicular and venous exams
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. ARDMS #119593
obtained 06/10/08
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint
REFERENCES
RONDA CUPSTID RDMS SMMC Ultrasound Supervisor 949-***-****
JEREMY SYMANOWSKI MD SMMC Radiologist 949-***-****
PERSONAL
Completed LA & Chicago Marathons
Environmental Review Board Member, City of Laguna Niguel