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Amy Heath

Chatham,VA

Summary

Meticulous Ultrasound professional with solid record of success in various types of sonography and OB/GYN registered. Capable of completing 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. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Sonographer

OB GYN Associates of Danville
07.2021 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations of new ultrasound equipment before purchase to ensure compatibility with existing systems and facility requirements.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives aimed at improving overall imaging services within the facility.
  • Consistently adhered to regulatory requirements and industry best practices, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety during imaging procedures.
  • Served as a liaison between the sonography department, radiologist, and office providers.
  • Provided thorough and detailed patient reports, facilitating effective communication among medical professionals.
  • Optimized exam protocols for specific clinical indications, resulting in more targeted diagnostic information for physicians.
  • Ensured high-quality images by maintaining and calibrating ultrasound equipment according to industry standards.
  • Collaborated with radiologists, ensuring proper interpretation of ultrasound images for accurate diagnoses.

Staff Sonographer

Sovah Danville Imaging Center
07.2010 - Current
  • Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
  • Collected images and recordings of internal body areas, including blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses and fluid accumulations.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Worked with patients to understand needs and provide the service that they needed.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
  • Conducted obstetric, gynecological, abdominal, vascular, breast and other small part ultrasound exams as requested by providers.
  • Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography -

Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA
01.2006

Radiologic Technology - undefined

Danville Regional Medical Center School of Radiologic Technolgy
Danville, VA
01.1994

Prepharmacy - Associate of Science - undefined

Danville Community College
Danville, VA
01.1991

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sonography
  • Organization
  • Problem resolution
  • Patient care
  • HIPPA compliance
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Advanced sonography techniques

Accomplishments

ARDMS,OB/GYN

RT(R)

FIRST AIDE/CPR CERTIFIED


Certification

  • ARDMS, OB/GYN
  • RT (R)
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Lead Sonographer

OB GYN Associates of Danville
07.2021 - Current

Staff Sonographer

Sovah Danville Imaging Center
07.2010 - Current

Radiologic Technology - undefined

Danville Regional Medical Center School of Radiologic Technolgy

Prepharmacy - Associate of Science - undefined

Danville Community College

Diagnostic Medical Sonography -

Central Virginia Community College

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