Andrea Key
Merrillville,USA
Summary
Dedicated, Registered Cardiac Sonographer, skilled at acquiring high-quality echocardiogram images and employing critical thinking to enhance patient care. Demonstrated professionalism and ethics while assisting in complex procedures, and consistently prioritized patient preparation to ensure optimal outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in the field of cardiovascular imaging.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Advocate Trinity Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted high-quality echocardiograms with occasional use of Definity contrast or bubble studies to assess cardiac function and diagnose conditions.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to interpret ultrasound results and develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients on procedures and provided comfort during examinations to enhance patient experience.
- Maintained accurate records of echocardiograms and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
Cardiac Sonographer
Saint Anthony Hospital
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Reported abnormal findings or changes to cardiologists
- Utilized critical thinking skills to successfully demonstrate the ability to prioritize and complete unit work.
- Performed comprehensive echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and structure.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance image clarity and diagnostic accuracy.
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
Cardiac Sonographer Student (Clinical)
Methodist Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Used specialized equipment for echocardiograms to obtain high-quality images and data of the heart and blood vessels
- Observed exercise stress tests in accordance with established practices and procedures
- Conducted comprehensive echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and structure.
- Observed physicians performing procedures such as transesophageal echocardiograms
- Interpreted and communicated results to physicians and preceptor
Echo Sonography Student
Advocate Christ Medical Center
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Acquired images in accordance with standards for the industry
- Worked directly with professor to assure images acquired are comprehensive, quality is acceptable
Education
Echocardiography in Echocardiography Student - IL
South Suburban College
05.2024
Skills
- Data entry and documentation
- Transesophageal echocardiogram experience
- Echocardiography expertise
- Professional bedside manner
- Specialized in contrast echocardiography
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective multitasking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Effective communication
- Effective time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
Certification
- AHA BLS certification
- CCI RCS certification
Timeline
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Advocate Trinity Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Saint Anthony Hospital
08.2024 - 01.2025
Cardiac Sonographer Student (Clinical)
Methodist Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Echo Sonography Student
Advocate Christ Medical Center
06.2023 - 05.2024
Echocardiography in Echocardiography Student - IL
South Suburban College
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