SAMANTHA SYMES

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, RDMS

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Phone: (612) 978-9416 | Email: sas.samantha@gmail.com | Portfolio: samanthasymes.weebly.com

Objective
Utilize my communication, compassion, critical thinking, and ultrasound skills to provide quality patient care with dignity
and respect. I aim to gain experience and knowledge by working in new environments with a variety of skilled professionals,
thus expanding my scope of practice to educate and empower my patients.

Education
ST. CATHERINE UNIVERSITY | ST. PAUL, MN | A.A.S. DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY | EAGAN, MN | DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY
SAINT PAUL COLLEGE | ST. PAUL, MN | SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER/TRANSLITERATOR
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN | RIVER FALLS, WI | ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
INVER HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE | INVER HILLS, MN | LIBERAL ARTS

Professional Experience
UP HEALTH SYSTEM | DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY INTERN | HANCOCK, MI | DEC 2018 – JUNE 2019
• Strong academic background demonstrating maturity, flexibility, and the ability to work well under pressure
• Experienced obtaining diagnostic images in hospital and clinic settings, employing physical principles and
instruments of ultrasound with a strong educational background in OB/GYN exams such as transabdominal and
endovaginal exams, first, second, and third trimester evaluation, fetal anatomy, cord Doppler, growth and
biophysical profile exams with additional experience assessing neonatal hips and pyloric stenosis
• Skilled in abdomen and small parts exams such as liver, gallbladder, biliary system, pancreas, kidneys, spleen,
aorta, thyroid, breast, and scrotum
• Accomplished in vascular exams such as carotid, lower extremity venous, upper extremity venous, venous
insufficiency, hemodialysis mapping/ arteriovenous fistula, ABI, lower extremity arterial, renal artery stenosis and
portal hypertension
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in using multiple transducers with ultrasound imaging equipment and Doppler
technology, discerning normal and abnormal anatomy, and physiology with a high degree of clinical judgement and
accuracy in scanning being able to recognize pathology
• Assist surgeons and radiologists with invasive procedures such as OR guided sonohysterogram, venous ablation,
PICC lines, paracentesis, thoracentesis, prostate/ breast/ thyroid biopsy, and FNA
• Perform legal and ethical duties including obtaining written consent from patients to perform invasive procedures,
maintaining HIPAA and confidentiality for all patient and clinic/ hospital information ensuring data integrity
• Exhibits courteous, compassionate, and respectful treatment of internal and external customers, excelling in a
team environment
• Welcomes constructive criticism, maintaining a positive attitude while being self- motivated with a desire to
develop professionally
• Proficient with various manufacturers of ultrasound equipment such as GE, Philips, and Siemens
• Navigates PACS to import scans accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for invasive procedures

NASH MICRO CORP | GENERAL MANAGER | EDEN PRAIRIE, MN | DEC 2012 – OCT 2016
• Orchestrated and executed business branding from concept to launch
• Oversaw all aspects of daily management including training, sales, technical support, order management, logistics,
warranties, returns, and accounts payable/ receivable
SHOLOM ALLIANCE | INTERIM GUEST SERVICES MANAGER | ST. PAUL, MN | JAN 2012 –DEC 2012
• Managed, directed, and evaluated multiple departments, facilitated meetings with an emphasis on improving
procedures and processes in a healthcare facility
SAMANTHA SYMES DESIGN | OWNER | ST. PAUL, MN | AUG 2009 - PRESENT
• Provide full-service residential interior design, specializing in creative and innovative solutions for the d/Deaf and
hard of hearing community
• Proven ability to effectively negotiate deadlines and deliveries, and manage complex timelines among vendors,
contractors, and clients
THOMASVILLE INC. | STORE MANAGER | EDINA, MN | FEB 2008 – AUG 2009
• Experienced in budget forecasting, monitoring, and preparation of financial reports, managing sales growth, and
procuring profits
• Lead design consultants, visual merchandiser, soft goods specialists, and support personnel accountability while
maintaining responsibility for recruiting new talent, interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and establishing new
relationships with trade partners
ETHAN ALLEN INC | INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT | EDINA, MN | JAN 2005 – FEB 2008
• Managed multiple interior design projects while achieving top sales within the district
ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS | ST PAUL, MN | SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER | ST. PAUL, MN | 1999 - 2004
• Responsible for facilitating and mediating communication between Deaf/Blind and hearing people while
mentoring St. Paul College students completing the Interpreter Training Program
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE | INFORMATION OFFICER | ST. PAUL, MN |1993 - 1998
• Responsible for editing all Minnesota tax forms and cross referencing of IRS forms for accuracy and design

Volunteer Activities
SHALLER FAMILY EAST | ST, PAUL, MN | 2010 - 2018
• Assist seniors residing in hospice, memory care, long term care and assisted living facility
L&S CONSULTING | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | 2020 - PRESENT
• Aid in the advancement of career opportunities for individuals with special needs

Licensure, Languages, Awards and Certificates

LICENCES
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) OB/GYN 2020
• BLS/ Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified 2018-2020
LANGUAGES
• American Sign Language: advanced proficiency level
• Spanish: basic proficiency level
• Lao: basic proficiency level
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
• Academically qualified to be a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
• Qualified Magna Cum Laude honors with a GPA of 3.8
• Member of the Executive Leader Advisory Council
• National Manager Summit Best Practices Speaker
• Lead Designers Summit based upon consistent district top sales (2006, 2007)
• Certificate of Commendation Minnesota Council for Quality Pilot Application
• Certificate of Commendation Minnesota Earned Income Credit and Working Family Credit, awarded by Minnesota
Governor Arne H. Carlson
• Certificate of Commendation PRIDE Service Award, awarded by Minnesota Governor Arne H. Carlson
• Certificate of Appreciation Minnesota volunteers and IRS volunteers