HEATHER SEBASTIAN
North Liberty
Summary
Qualified Sonographer with a strong background in clinical settings and caregiving, transitioning back into the workforce. Committed to prioritizing patient needs while fostering strong relationships with patients and colleagues, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment. Eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth, demonstrating dedication to lifelong learning and professional development. Ready to leverage skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in a new role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Intern
Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
Warsaw, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted detailed abdominal, pelvic, superficial, and vascular sonographic examinations to support accurate diagnoses.
- Completed obstetric scans on patients across all stages of pregnancy.
- Supported radiologists in completing procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis and biopsies, and by preparing detailed sonographic reports for review on all cases.
- Optimized image quality through meticulous attention to detail and appropriate selection of transducers, settings, and display parameters.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Obtained comprehensive patient medical histories, contributing to more accurate and effective treatment plans.
- Increased clinic operational efficiency by organizing and maintaining medical inventory, supplies, and clean rooms.
- Assisted in training new sonographers, sharing expertise in imaging techniques and best practices for patient care.
- Provided exceptional patient care by adapting examination techniques to accommodate patients with special needs or unique circumstances.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and proper equipment usage guidelines.
- Fostered a positive work environment through open communication, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement within the diagnostic medical sonography profession.
- Reduced patient anxiety by establishing rapport with patients by addressing any concerns and providing an explanation of the exam prior to beginning.
Licensed Insurance Agent
Bloom Insurance Agency
Bloomington, IN
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Improved client satisfaction by providing tailored insurance solutions and exceptional customer service.
- Completed applications to enroll seniors into Medicare advantage plans placing me in the top 10% of sales agents.
- Assisted in onboarded 600+ new hires during ramp up phase of the 2024 season, managing a zoom classroom and tracking attendance, class participation, and exam scheduling for 70+ students at a time.
Homemaker
North Liberty, IN
07.2014 - 07.2023
- Utilized multiple software platforms to complete recordkeeping, budget writing, household schedule, and effective management of home.
- Administered education for 5 homeschooled children.
- Trained children in daily tasks and time management.
Inbound Call Center Sales Representative
Liveops Remote Call Center
Spencer, IN
09.2012 - 07.2014
- Processed inbound insurance claim calls for Allstate insurance.
- Audited calls of other agents to insure quality and compliance.
- Managed and maintained own schedule.
- Handled high workload by being organized with various assignments, deadlines, and instructions.
Private Caregiver
Marcia Lemon
Bloomington, IN
11.2005 - 06.2010
- Kept clients' homes clean, safe and sanitized at optimal levels.
- Managed clients' medication and basic treatments for wide-ranging medical conditions.
- Handled emergency situations with complete calm and care for individual needs.
- Documented care provided with details about activities, behaviors and concerning incidents.
Education
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
John Patrick University of Health And Applied Sciences
South Bend, IN08.2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Diagnostic imaging
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Patient safety
- HIPAA
Accomplishments
- Completed the first step in earning my ARDMS certification by passing the Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination.
- Logged over 900 hours of clinical practice at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital, sharpening critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
- Conducted more than 500 examinations including Vascular, Abdomen, and GYN/OB.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Clinical Intern
Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Licensed Insurance Agent
Bloom Insurance Agency
07.2023 - 07.2025
Homemaker
07.2014 - 07.2023
Inbound Call Center Sales Representative
Liveops Remote Call Center
09.2012 - 07.2014
Private Caregiver
Marcia Lemon
11.2005 - 06.2010
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
John Patrick University of Health And Applied Sciences