Waqar Ahmed
Elk Grove
Summary
Experienced Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with 10+ years of expertise in collecting various medical imaging using numerous types of sonography. Driven to quickly share findings with ordering physicians resulting in prompt review of findings and treatment. Organized and precise when working on tight schedules to 206 patients and deliver accurate results. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Shared Imaging LLC
03.2022 - Current
- Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate and timely vascular assessments.
- Supported the training of new GYN Sonographers by sharing knowledge and providing guidance as needed, nurturing a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by utilizing gentle scanning techniques during GYN sonography procedures.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Stanford Health Care
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Responded to patient emergencies with interventions such as CPR, first aid and defibrillation.
- Contributed to safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Applying Doppler techniques to assess blood flow dynamics within body, particularly in vascular studies.
- Promoted patient comfort during invasive procedures, using careful positioning techniques and clear explanations of each step-in process.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
09.2015 - 07.2022
- RDMS/RVT (Inpatient)
- Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Noting hyperechoic regions suggestive of increased ultrasound reflection, often seen in clarifications or dense structures.
- Identifying anechoic regions indicative of fluid-filled spaces or cystic structures within the body.
- Recognizing hypoechoic areas representing tissues or lesions with reduced ultrasound reflectivity.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor
NCE(National Career Education
09.2015 - 07.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Trident USA Health Services
09.2015 - 07.2022
- Employing transducers to conduct ultrasound examinations and generate diagnostic images.
- Utilizing gel to ensure optimal acoustic coupling and enhance image quality during scans.
- Applying Doppler techniques to assess blood flow dynamics within the body, particularly in vascular studies.
- Adjusting gain settings to optimize image brightness and contrast for better visualization of anatomical structures.
- Maneuvering probes to obtain comprehensive images of targeted areas for diagnostic evaluation.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Schryver Medical Hospital
06.2013 - 03.2020
- Gynecology ultrasound
- General Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVT).
Ultrasound Technologist
St.Tammany Parish Hospital
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Worked on ultrasound equipment to create quality images for OB/GYN, General and Vascular for physicians to interpret during exams.
- Communicated differentials to interpreting physicians to consider possible causes of clinical findings before final diagnoses.
- Contributed to departmental improvements by participating in regular staff meetings and offering suggestions for enhancing patient care services.
Ultrasound Technologist
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Teach classroom and lab for the Abdomen, OBGYN, Small Parts, adult echo & Vascular technology.
Education
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
Sacramento01.2012
BDMS Ultrasound -
College of Physician & Surgeons
San Francisco11.2009
M.B.B.S - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Lahore
King Edward Medical University 07.1991
Skills
- Patient shielding techniques
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS)
- Mammography
- HIPAA
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
- Thyroid
- OB/GYN
- Schedule Coordination
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- X-rays
- Emergency Care
- Equipment Maintenance
- Decision-Making
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict Resolution
- Organization and Time Management
- Troubleshooting
- Health Education
- Patient Safety
- Equipment Calibration
- Networking
- PPE use
- Medication Administration
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Driver's License
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Registered Vascular Technologist
- CPR Certification
- ARRT (S) Certification
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Stanford Health Care
10.2022 - 12.2023
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Shared Imaging LLC
03.2022 - Current
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
09.2015 - 07.2022
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor
NCE(National Career Education
09.2015 - 07.2022
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Trident USA Health Services
09.2015 - 07.2022
Ultrasound Technologist
St.Tammany Parish Hospital
12.2014 - 07.2015
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Schryver Medical Hospital
06.2013 - 03.2020
Ultrasound Technologist
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
01.2009 - 07.2014
Sacramento Ultrasound Institute
BDMS Ultrasound -
College of Physician & Surgeons
M.B.B.S - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Lahore
- BLS Certification
- Driver's License
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Registered Vascular Technologist
- CPR Certification
- ARRT (S) Certification
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