Amie Aukett
Summary
Specialized Cardiac Sonographer experienced in performing and interpreting cardiac ultrasounds to assist in diagnosing heart conditions. Improved workflow and patient care through effective communication and attention to detail, resulting in enhanced diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to maintain calm demeanor under pressure while ensuring patient comfort during diagnostic processes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer- Per Diem
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno
01.2023 - Current
- Produced detailed reports of examination findings, documenting all relevant clinical information to support accurate diagnosis.
- Conducted echocardiograms assessing cardiac function and structure, contributing to comprehensive patient evaluations.
- Assisted in training new staff on echocardiography techniques and protocols.
- Accurately documented findings in electronic medical records, ensuring availability for clinical review and continuity of care.
Cardiac Sonographer
Sierra Medical Center
Reno
03.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to discuss patient imaging results and findings.
- Evaluated the anatomy of cardiac structures, chambers, valves, great vessels and pericardium.
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult and pediatric patients.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
Cardiac Sonographer
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno
12.2005 - 03.2022
- Performed echocardiograms to assess heart function and structure.
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult and pediatric patients.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Collaborated with physicians to discuss patient imaging results and findings.
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
- Explained procedures to patients, answered questions, and provided reassurance during exams.
- Assisted in training new staff on echocardiography techniques and protocols.
Education
Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiac Ultrasound
Sanford Brown University
Bensalem, PA 09.2003 - 06.2005
Skills
- Echocardiogram performance
- Transesophageal echo
- Pediatric echo
- Stress echo testing
- Cardiac evaluation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Effective communication
Certification
- Registered cardiac sonographer since 12/2006
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer- Per Diem
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Sierra Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Renown Regional Medical Center
12.2005 - 03.2022
Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiac Ultrasound
Sanford Brown University
09.2003 - 06.2005