Georgina Asiedu Badu
Assin Fosu
Summary
Efficient and adept professional in medical imaging, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include sonographic instrumentation, patient positioning techniques, and image analysis for accurate diagnosis. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring exceptional patient care and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Scanlink diagnostic services
Assin Fosu
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and assessed patients, reviewing documentation and medical history.
- Operated ultrasound equipment to produce high quality images for diagnostic evaluation.
- Identified anatomical structures in real time imaging studies.
- Utilized independent judgment during the scanning process to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
- Adhered to organizational policies regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Communicated effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, ages, and medical conditions.
- Adjusted patient positions to obtain best sites and angles to obtain necessary information from each scan.
- Used ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of internal structures, blood movements, bodily masses and target concerns such as fluid accumulations.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
New Crystal Health Services
Ashaiman
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Identified anatomical structures in real time imaging studies.
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Participated in continuing education activities to maintain current competencies in sonography techniques.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were stocked on a daily basis.
- Adapted protocols for special needs patients including pediatric, obese and geriatric patients.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Provided patients with explanations of the procedure prior to beginning the examination.
- Strictly followed infection control guidelines while performing duties.
- Set machine parameters and adjusted during exams.
- Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and maintenance purposes.
- Adhered to organizational policies regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Communicated findings to physicians or other healthcare providers as appropriate.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Intern
Cape Coast Teaching hospital
Cape Coast
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored fetal heart rates while performing ultrasounds on pregnant women.
- Met with pregnant patients to carry out initial, 12-week, anatomy, growth and other required types of scans on developing embryos and fetuses.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times according to hospital standards.
- Helped patients feel at ease and monitored behaviors throughout examinations to maintain safety and comfort.
- Provided assistance with administrative tasks as needed such as filing paperwork or ordering supplies.
- Set machine parameters and adjusted during exams.
- Attended lectures on sonographic anatomy and physiology, pathology and instrumentation to enhance knowledge base.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Operated equipment related to sonography including transducers, probes, monitors, printers, computers and other peripheral devices.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient arrival by setting up necessary equipment.
- Explained diagnostic procedures to patients and addressed any questions or concerns they may have had.
- Collaborated with radiologists on interpretation of images to provide accurate diagnosis information.
- Assisted in preparation for exams such as positioning patients for optimal imaging results.
- Communicated effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, ages, and medical conditions.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Locum
Sanford
Cape Coast
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on sonographic procedures and provided medical records to physicians
- Provided patients with explanations of the procedure prior to beginning the examination.
- Prepared and assessed patients, reviewing documentation and medical history.
- Identified anatomical structures in real time imaging studies.
- Adhered to organizational policies regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Set machine parameters and adjusted during exams.
- Communicated effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, ages, and medical conditions.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Locum
Baiden Ghartey hospital
Cape Coast
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed basic ultrasound healthcare services to help save lives in emergency situations
- Educated patients on sonographic procedures and complete medical records to physicians
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to maximize anxiety
- Followed departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling and documentation
- Followed safety protocols at all times exposure and potential for incident with staff or patients relative.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Student
NAAS diagnostic center
Cape
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Conducted research activities related to sonographic applications within a clinical setting.
- Assisted in collecting patients request forms for examination.
- Communicated effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, ages, and medical conditions.
- Provided health talks to patients especially pregnant women on the importance of presenting to the ultrasound unit for anomaly scans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 11-2022
General Science
Holy Child School
Cape Coast 05-2018
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Empathy
- Problem-solving
- Technical competency
- Interpersonal skills
- Patient needs assessment
PROFESSIONAL WORK SKILLS
Pelvic ultrasound
Transvaginal ultrasound
Abdominal ultrasound
Obstetrics ultrasound
Small part ultrasound
Musculoskeletal ultrasound
Arterial and venous Doppler ultrasound
Transcranial ultrasound
Carotid artery Doppler ultrasound
Languages
English
First Language
Professional Membership
- Allied health professionals council
- Ghana Association of Registered Medical sonographers.
Extracurricular activities
- Teaching
- Hairdressing
Recommendation
- SRMS Abraham Agyeman Asare, department of medical imaging, Cape Coast teaching hospital. Email: nanaasa469@gmail.com
- Dr. Ishmael Ofori, University of Cape Coast, School of Allied health sciences. Department of imaging technology and Sonography. Email: Ishmael. ofori@ucc.edu. gh
Timeline
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Scanlink diagnostic services
08.2024 - Current
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
New Crystal Health Services
10.2023 - 06.2024
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Intern
Cape Coast Teaching hospital
12.2022 - 09.2023
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Locum
Baiden Ghartey hospital
12.2022 - 03.2023
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer- Locum
Sanford
11.2022 - 08.2023
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Student
NAAS diagnostic center
01.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University of Cape Coast
General Science
Holy Child School