ANA KOVACEVIC GROZDANOSKA
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a skilled Registered Cardiac Sonographer who is committed to maintaining the highest standards in Echo Lab. I ensure that all diagnostic information is obtained and reported comprehensively, in line with the Quality Assurance guidelines set by ICAEL. I consistently produce high-quality images and Doppler hemodynamic data, performing quantitative calculations and actively pursuing any abnormalities observed during the exam, even in situations where multiple pathologies present technical obstacles. Skilled Registered Cardiac Sonographer who diligently pursues and maintains the highest Echo Lab Standards and ensures diagnostic information is obtained and reported comprehensively for Quality Assurance (QA) per ICAEL. Consistently furnishes high-quality images and Doppler hemodynamic data, making quantitative calculations and pursuing any abnormalities observed during exams even when multiple pathologies present technical obstacles. Seasoned Cardiovascular Technologist with expertise in test methods and instrument use and laboratory policies and procedures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Technologist
Ascension Resurrection Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Performed In-patient and Out-patient routine and emergency echocardiograms
- Acquired pertinent clinical patient information including cardiac-related physical findings
- Performed Echocardiography imaging as indicated under Skills as well as special procedures
- Prepared preliminary reports for review and interpretation by a cardiologist
- PACS: Archiving Digital Images into Picture Archiving and Communication System
- Instructed and acted as a source for echocardiography students
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo/Vascular Technologist
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2022
- Performed In-Patient and Out-Patient routine echocardiograms
- Acquiring pertinent clinical patient information including cardiac and vascular-related physical findings
- Imaging: 2-D, M-mode, Digital, continuous and pulsed wave Doppler, color Doppler
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia
- Prepare preliminary reports for review and interpretation by cardiologist
- Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with the Biomed department to refer equipment for repair
- Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as vein mapping, ablations, cosmetic procedures, post-TAVR, Mitral Clips, Watchman as well as other pertained duties mostly in an outpatient setting
Lead Vascular Sonographer and Echocardiographer
DeBakey HVC At The Methodist Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, and chemicals
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and sclerotherapy agents
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records
Supervisor of Echocardiography
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
01.2013 - 05.2015
- This was split supervisory and technical role 50/50
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets, such as performing echocardiograms in surgery, cath lab, and emergency room
- Mostly performed TEE's with fellows to educate them on the technical part of the procedure
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts
- Mentored newly hired employees and echocardiography students on operating equipment and safety, and developed a training manual to use for reference
- Monitored workflow to improve time management and increase productivity
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs
Registered Echo/Vascular Technologist
The Community Hospital
06.2008 - 11.2013
- Captured images using mobile equipment mostly at patients' bedsides
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters, maneuvered transducers to produce images
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations
- Measured heart chambers size and wall thickness, applied Doppler measurements for valve disorders
- Prepared patients for exams such Stress Echo and pharmacological stress
- Performed all other duties required of junior sonographer
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR08.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiography
St Anthony School of Echocardiography
Sisters Of St Francis Hospital - Crown Point, IN09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical Nursing School
Stip, North Macedonia 08.1995
Skills
- Special Procedures: Exercise Stress Echo, Pharmacologic Stress Echo, Transesophageal Echo (TEE) including intraoperative and echo guided pericardiocentesis
- Imaging: 2-D, M-Mode, Digital, Continuous and pulsed wave Doppler, Color flow Doppler, and Definity Contrast
- Equipment: GE Vivid e95, EPIQ CRx
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Customer Relations
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- PPE use
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Interpersonal Communication
- First Aid/ BLS
- Fluent in Greek, Macedonian, Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian
Accomplishments
- ICAEL: collaborative and cooperative efforts to establish, maintain the accreditation or re-accredit in some of the facilities I have worked
- Supervised team of 14 staff members
- Introduced new cardiology reading modalities such Xcelera, Merge, and super user in Epic
Affiliations
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International - CCI
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography - ARDMS
- American Society of Echocardiography - ASE
- Society for Vascular Ultrasound - SVU
- Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography - SDMS
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Technologist
Ascension Resurrection Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo/Vascular Technologist
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2022
Lead Vascular Sonographer and Echocardiographer
DeBakey HVC At The Methodist Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2016
Supervisor of Echocardiography
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
01.2013 - 05.2015
Registered Echo/Vascular Technologist
The Community Hospital
06.2008 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
College of DuPage
Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiography
St Anthony School of Echocardiography
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical Nursing School
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