Veronica Martinez

RDMS (AB, OB/GYN)

Phone:	(206) 555-0147
Address:	Seattle, WA 98101
Website:	https://linkedin.com/in/veronicamartinez
Email:	[email protected]

RDMS-certified diagnostic medical sonographer with 5+ years of experience specializing in obstetric and abdominal imaging in high-volume hospital and outpatient settings
Proficient in 3D/4D ultrasound technology, elastography, and advanced maternal-fetal assessment with demonstrated track record of maintaining 97% image adequacy rates across 3,200+ annual examinations
Skilled in patient education and compassionate care delivery for diverse populations including high-risk obstetric patients and individuals with complex abdominal pathologies

Certifications & Licenses

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

June 2019 - December 2025

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

American Heart Association

Current through March 2025

Professional Experience

Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA

Senior Ultrasound Technician

January 2022 – Present

Conduct 18-22 diagnostic ultrasound examinations daily across obstetric, gynecologic, and abdominal specialties in a Level I trauma center serving 250+ patients weekly
Operate GE Voluson E10 and Philips EPIQ 7 systems for advanced 3D/4D obstetric imaging, elastography studies, and contrast-enhanced ultrasound examinations, optimizing imaging protocols that reduced average exam time by 18% while maintaining diagnostic quality standards
Achieved 97% adequacy rate for diagnostic image quality on first-attempt examinations across all modalities, contributing to department's successful ACR accreditation renewal in 2023
Serve as primary preceptor for 6-8 sonography students annually from regional CAAHEP-accredited programs, developing standardized competency assessment tools that improved student evaluation consistency by 35%
Identified critical incidental finding of ruptured ectopic pregnancy during routine pelvic scan, facilitating immediate surgical intervention that attending physician credited with preventing life-threatening hemorrhage
Collaborate directly with radiologists and maternal-fetal medicine specialists to clarify complex clinical questions, performing targeted imaging for suspected fetal anomalies, placental abnormalities, and abdominal masses
Participate in departmental quality improvement committee, contributing to protocol revisions that decreased patient callback rates for inadequate studies from 8% to 3% over 18-month period

Pacific Women's Imaging Center, Bellevue, WA

Ultrasound Technician

July 2019 – December 2021

Performed 15-18 obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound examinations daily in high-volume outpatient specialty practice focused on women's health across all trimesters
Conducted comprehensive fetal anatomical surveys, first-trimester dating and viability scans, biophysical profiles, and specialized examinations for patients with high-risk pregnancies including multiples, gestational diabetes, and advanced maternal age
Operated Siemens Acuson S2000 and GE Voluson E8 systems, demonstrating proficiency in advanced imaging techniques including 3D/4D reconstruction and Doppler flow assessment
Maintained patient satisfaction scores averaging 96% across 2,400+ examinations, recognized specifically for clear communication with anxious expectant parents and ability to explain procedures in accessible language
Assisted in training and orientation of three newly hired sonographers, developing departmental scanning protocols and quality assurance checklists still in use facility-wide
Documented all examinations thoroughly in Epic EHR system with preliminary findings and technical observations, ensuring seamless communication with interpreting radiologists and referring obstetricians
Performed gynecologic ultrasounds including pelvic, transvaginal, and saline-infusion sonohysterography examinations for evaluation of abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, and infertility assessment

University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, WA

Clinical Extern – Diagnostic Medical Sonography

January 2019 – June 2019 (960 clinical hours)

Completed intensive clinical externship across multiple specialties including obstetrics (380 hours), abdominal imaging (340 hours), gynecology (160 hours), and small parts imaging (80 hours)
Performed over 420 supervised ultrasound examinations under direct observation of credentialed sonographers and radiologists, demonstrating progressive competency in patient positioning, transducer manipulation, and anatomical identification
Achieved "exceeds expectations" ratings in 9 of 10 clinical competency categories on final evaluation, with particular recognition for image optimization skills and professional patient communication
Gained hands-on experience with multiple ultrasound platforms including GE, Philips, and Siemens systems across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department settings
Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences, presenting imaging findings and learning to correlate sonographic appearances with clinical presentations and laboratory values

Education

Seattle Central College, Seattle, WA

Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Graduated: June 2019

CAAHEP-Accredited Program
GPA: 3.8/4.0 | Dean's List: Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018

Specialized Clinical Training:

Obstetric and Gynecological Sonography (380 clinical hours)
Abdominal and Retroperitoneal Sonography (340 clinical hours)
Small Parts Imaging: Thyroid, Breast, Scrotum (80 hours)
Advanced Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
Cross-Sectional Anatomy and Pathophysiology

Clinical Competencies

Examination Specialties

Obstetric Ultrasound (All Trimesters): Dating scans, detailed fetal anatomical surveys, biophysical profiles, cervical length assessment, multiple gestations
Gynecologic & Pelvic Imaging: Transvaginal and transabdominal approaches, evaluation of ovarian masses, uterine abnormalities, ectopic pregnancy, infertility assessment
Abdominal & Retroperitoneal Imaging: Liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, abdominal aorta, appendix
Small Parts Imaging: Thyroid, breast, scrotal, soft tissue masses, lymph nodes
Procedural Guidance: Amniocentesis support, paracentesis guidance, biopsy assistance

Technical Proficiencies

Ultrasound Equipment: GE LOGIQ & Voluson series (E8, E10), Philips EPIQ 7 & Affiniti platforms, Siemens Acuson S2000
Advanced Imaging Techniques: 3D/4D ultrasound reconstruction, shear wave elastography, color and spectral Doppler, harmonic imaging
Healthcare IT Systems: Epic EHR (comprehensive documentation), GE Centricity PACS/RIS, Meditech, McKesson Radiology
Quality Assurance: ACR accreditation standards, AIUM guidelines, ALARA principles, equipment quality control testing

Professional Capabilities

Patient Education & Counseling for diverse populations including non-English speaking patients (conversational Spanish)
Pediatric and Anxious Patient Management
Collaboration with Radiologists, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists, and Referring Physicians
Clinical Preceptorship and Student Mentoring
Infection Control and Patient Safety Protocol Implementation
HIPAA Compliance and Protected Health Information Management

Continuing Professional Education

Advanced 3D/4D Imaging in Obstetrics Workshop

GE Healthcare Education

September 2023

16 CME credits

Elastography Applications in Abdominal Imaging

AIUM Virtual Conference

March 2023

8 CME credits

Fetal Cardiac Screening for the General Sonographer

Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

November 2022

12 CME credits

Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound: Clinical Applications

American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine

June 2022

6 CME credits

Awards & Recognition

Employee of the Quarter – Q3 2023

Harborview Medical Center, Department of Radiology

Q3 2023

Recognized for exceptional patient care, maintaining 98% patient satisfaction scores, and outstanding mentorship of sonography students during clinical rotations

Clinical Excellence Award

Pacific Women's Imaging Center

2021

Awarded for consistently producing diagnostic-quality images with minimal repeat examinations and demonstrating compassionate care for anxious obstetric patients

Outstanding Student Award

Seattle Central College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

2019

Recognized for academic excellence, superior clinical performance, and professional demeanor throughout sonography education

Professional Presentations

Optimizing First-Trimester Imaging: Techniques for Challenging Cases

Pacific Northwest SDMS Regional Conference, Portland, OR

October 2023

Poster Presentation