AMY Booher
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Dynamic Cardiac Sonographer with a proven track record at OSF Saint Joseph Medical Center, excelling in 2D echocardiograms and Doppler interpretation. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and reducing wait times through effective scheduling. Committed to continuous learning and collaboration, fostering a supportive environment for both patients and colleagues.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
OSF Saint Joseph Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
- Perform 2D echocardiograms, stress, echoes, assist physicians in TEEs
- Complete preliminary reports through McKesson
- Provided quality patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
- Mentored junior sonographers through hands-on training sessions, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by employing a gentle touch and clear communication during cardiac ultrasound procedures.
- Reduced appointment wait times by efficiently scheduling and managing sonography appointments for optimal workflow.
- Supported colleagues by providing backup assistance during high patient volume periods, ensuring timely completion of all exams.
- Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Proficient with Philips iE33, Epiq CVX
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2011
Advanced Certificate - Echo Cardiography
Danville Area Community College
Danville, IL05-2013
Skills
- Continuous learning mindset
- Adaptable to new technology
- Quality assurance adherent
- Body positioning and placement
- Doppler interpretation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Collaboration with physicians
- Medical terminology
- Patient preparation
- Medical charting
- Communication
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Teamwork
- Time management
Certification
Registered with ARDMS
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
OSF Saint Joseph Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Advanced Certificate - Echo Cardiography
Danville Area Community College
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