Maria Reyes Diaz

Specialized in General Ultrasound (Abdomen, OB/Gyne, Small parts, pediatric, vascular)

• Extensive knowledge in ultrasound of different organ systems including abdominal, gynecological, obstetrical, small parts (Thyroid, parotid, submandibular, breast, scrotum, etc) and vascular studies.
• Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
• Assist with ultrasound-guided procedures such as biopsies, fine needle aspirations, paracentesis, and thoracentesis.
• Provide radiologist with high quality imaging and preliminary technical impression to support accurate medical decision making.
• Effectively communicate with radiologist, colleagues and other allied health to provide optimal patient care.
• Established evening ultrasound emergency permanent shift, analyzing workflow and providing feedback on improving efficiency. Was also responsible for prioritizing exams based on acuity.
• Safety officer for Diagnostic imaging during Pandemic: co-ordinate diagnostic imaging appointments for inpatients and emergency patients based on acuity and isolation status.
• Worked flexible hours; including evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts.
• Oversee Ultrasound department needs when technical specialist is unavailable. Responsible for triaging calls to best respond to questions and concerns regarding patient scheduling or department needs.
• Alternate Clinical Education Leader (CEL) for ultrasound students.
• Train and supervise new ultrasound recruits.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Conducted patient interview to obtain a complete medical history
• Performed comprehensive physical exams for acute or chronic conditions as well as, annual physicals, prenatal care, well-baby checks and immunizations.
• Organized and interpreted various laboratory medical tests and diagnostic imaging to further assess patients health concerns.
• Implemented treatment plans involving medications and other interventions based on symptoms and findings.
• Monitored acute and chronic conditions and re-evaluated treatments as needed.
• Referred Patients to specialists as deemed necessary
• Oversaw continuity of care for patients.
• Experience with Oscar Medical database system

• Conducted thorough medical histories for chronic pain patients involved in accidents for accident benefit and Tort claims.
• Performed physical examinations pertaining to pain complaints
• Performed point of care ultrasounds for more accurate diagnosis and improved treatment plans.
• Completed detailed medical reports for use in court cases and insurance claims.

• Similar tasks as at Jack Nathan health
• Responsible for home visits for chronically ill-patients
• Administered well-woman exams, diabetic screenings and treated other acute or chronic complaints.
• Maintained a complete medical record
• Experience with Telus Medical Database system

• Similar duties as Jack Nathan Health (GMD Clinic) plus performed annual physicals and routine care of elderly at the local Nursing home.
• Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
• Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests
• Reviewed medical testing requests by patient to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
• Used clinic resources efficiently in rural setting
• Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
• Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
• Monitored patients on mental health medications and adjusted prescriptions to control symptoms.
• Administered allergy injections and assessed for reactions.
• Experience in the emergency department and in internal medicine where I co-ordinated admissions and transfers in collaboration with the supervising attending physician.
• Participated in medical rounds on admitted patients in general medicine.
• Completed rounds in the the local Nursing home on a weekly basis
• Experience with Accuro Medical database system
• Updated clinical knowledge and skills through formal continuing education and conference attendance.

• Primary Care, Timmins Family Health Team; Timmins, ON
• Emergency, Timmins & District Hospital; Timmins, ON
• General surgery, Timmins & District Hospital; Timmins, ON
• Pediatrics, Pediatric Associates Of Timmins and District ; Timmins, ON
• Intensive Care Unit, Sunnybrook Hospital; Toronto, ON
• Psychology, Humber River Regional Hospital; Toronto, ON
• Women's Health, Humber River Regional Hospital; Toronto, ON
• Internal Medicine, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute; Toronto, ON

Duties:

• Conduct thorough medical history and examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests under physician Supervision
• Patient education
• Plan medical treatment under physician supervision
• Assisted in suturing and casting in the ER
• Experience in assessing and treating patients in the Emergency room.
• Assisted in the operating room performing a variety of surgeries including laparoscopic operations for appendectomies, cholecystectomies, hernia repairs, bowel resections, Cesarean sections, and other gynecological procedures.
• Assisted with colonoscopies and endoscopies.
• Participated in prenatal care, deliveries and post-partum care.
• Assisted with lumps/bumps removal (i.e lipomas, sebaceous cysts).
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage post-operative patients and oncology patients to aid them regain their strength and independence.
• Exposed to management of critically ill patients and ethical issues regarding their care.
• Participated in medical rounds in the mental health ward for adults and pediatrics.