Andrea Oftedal Clare
Lansing
Summary
U.S. Citizen, Clean Background, Bachelors of Art in Fine Arts with Graphic Design concentration, Bachelors of Art Video Digital Design with 3D Computer Animation concentration. Associates of Science in Cardiac Sonography. GPA 3.8, Schedule A
Versatile professional with a strong visual aptitude and commitment to excellence and proven track record in art and design and also technical diagnostic imaging and patient care. Skilled in leading teams to achieve superior results, ensuring precise and accurate sonographic assessments. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability, leveraging deep technical skills and patient-centered approach to meet evolving healthcare needs.
Uses professional knowledge of designs and practices to ensure state of the art compliance and relevance to projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Director and Lead Cardiac Sonographer
Cayuga Heart and Vascular
08.2013 - Current
- Performs 2-D, m-mode, and color doppler echocardiograms, following an Icael approved protocol
- Manages the echo lab by obtaining and attaining the accreditation pursuant to the standards and practice articulated by the ICAEL of four outpatient facilities
- Directs the operation and maintenance of echo equipment
- Ensures compliance with established policies and procedures
- Writes policies and workflows for the echo department
- Calculates pressure gradients, valve areas, and flow velocities for a completed preliminary report per physicians
- Performs stress echocardiograms, and stress treadmill tests
- Efficiently explains procedures to patients and other patient education
- Downloads and reads holter monitors per physicians
- Efficiently uses EMR, Modest, for CMA
- Provided compassionate care during examinations, addressing any concerns or questions from patients or family members effectively.
- Supported the professional development of fellow sonographers by contributing to in-service training programs, lectures, or workshops on relevant cardiac ultrasound topics.
- Mentored junior staff and students, fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex cases by providing detailed imaging analysis and recommendations for further testing if needed.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, enhancing communication regarding patient care needs and expectations.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership qualities by supervising daily operations within the Cardiac Sonographer team ensuring deadlines were met and maintaining a high standard of work.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all procedures performed, ensuring proper coding for billing and compliance purposes.
- Coordinated schedules efficiently to accommodate urgent requests while minimizing delays for routine appointments.
- Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with the biomedical department to refer equipment for repairs.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Gregory O'Connell
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Assisted in preparation of legal contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal papers
- Prepared cases and hearings, along with correspondence and pleadings
- Reviewed complains and prepared preliminary assessments of validity
- Managed all elements of the office to keep the practice organized and running smoothly
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and changes in law, ensuring firm's practices remained compliant and effective.
St. Luke's Hospital - Heart and Vascular Center
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted and performed 2-D Doppler echocardiograms TTE, Contrast - Optison, EKG, treadmill stress echocardiograms, Dobutamine stress echocardiograms, and holter monitors
- Worked directly with Drs during certain studies and whilst reading echocardiograms
- Wrote up echocardiogram reports, utilized PACS system, and billed patients accordingly to diagnosis
- Assisted Pediatric Echocardiograms
- ICAEL accredited, followed ICAEL approved protocols
CMC - Vascular Department
05.2012 - 07.2012
- Observed and assisted in carotid, venous and arterial duplex ultrasound studies, as well as arterial PVR/Doppler exams
Easton Hospital - Echo Department
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Observed and assisted in TTE, TEE, Bubble Studies and Stress Echocardiograms both in routine and emergency settings
Head Printer
Xerox Corporation
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Modified pdf files in accordance with print specifications
- Received head printer status within the first month of employment
- Set up templates for printing, reviewed print pieces for case sensitive marketing guides, and made sure finishing preparation was executed properly as to fit the needs of the customer
- Maintained the printers with docu-care knowledge; fusers, fuser webs, toners, and developers
- Established lasting relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and follow-up care for completed projects.
- Streamlined workflow processes to optimize productivity while maintaining high quality standards in painting projects.
- Exemplified strong leadership skills through clear delegation of tasks, setting expectations, providing feedback and guidance when needed.
Information Technology Marketer
CBS Interactive
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Carried out marketing of high name brands like Microsoft, Dell, McAfee, MessageLabs
- Contacted CEOs and IT Managers across Australia and New Zealand to gain quality information about the latest technology they used and online security habits
- Worked on various marketing campaigns and helped maintain a high quarterly rating
- Gave informative and strategic feedback on new campaigns and how to constantly improve ratings
- Conducted research to analyze customers' behavior, preferences and purchasing habits.
Content Acquisitionist/Game Designer
Wildfire Studios
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Company Overview: (Video Game Developer)
- Communicated and negotiated contracts with international game developers and publishers to acquire game content for distribution on a daily basis
- Collaborated with the Wildfire team by providing creative support on new game concepts, including art direction
- Handled over 75 games including art assets and game assets with FTP sites, and organized them within a database
- Wrote press releases for Wildfire, and collaborated on marketing ideas
- Edited and designed game graphics, banners, promos, and icons for portal site
- Managed and established good business relationships with game developers, publishers, and distributors around the globe
- Improved overall game quality through rigorous bug tracking, testing, and resolution efforts.
- Evaluated analytics data regularly to inform iterative design decisions aimed at improving player satisfaction rates over time.
- Adapted designs based on platform capabilities to ensure optimal performance across various devices.
- Streamlined game development processes by creating efficient design documentation and tools.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with marketing department, other design personnel and upper management.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC platform.
- Created 3D models, textures, animations and other assets for multiple video games.
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Filmmaking and Video Digital Design, Fine Arts
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ01.2005
Skills
- High Visual Aptitude
- Retention of information
- Graphic Art Skills
- 3D Animation Skills
- Studio Arts, ceramics
- Video Game Design
- Leadership in guiding techinical meetings
- Extensive attention to detail
- 2-D echocardiograms, bubble studies, contrast Echoes
- EKGs
- Holter Monitors
- Routine cleaning
- Preventive maintenance
- Knowledge of cardiac diseases
- Team-oriented
- Independent work
Additional information
Lackawanna College, Upper third of the graduating class, Phi Beta Kappa, Fairleigh Dickinson University, One year of specialized experience in art involving video game design, product design, applied arts, and graphic design while at Wildfire Studios., Video/Film Concepts, Electronic Filmmaking, Art Studio Sculpture, Computer Graphic Design, 3D Computer Modeling, 3D Computer Animation, 3D Environmental Modeling, 2D Design with the Computer, Two Dimensional Design I, 3D Character Animation, Advanced 3D Dimension Character Animation, Women's Art, Basic Electronics, Desktop Publishing, Advanced Desktop Publishing
Certification
ARDMS 2013 Adult Echo, Basic Life Support
Timeline
Technical Director and Lead Cardiac Sonographer
Cayuga Heart and Vascular
08.2013 - Current
St. Luke's Hospital - Heart and Vascular Center
08.2012 - 05.2013
CMC - Vascular Department
05.2012 - 07.2012
Easton Hospital - Echo Department
01.2012 - 05.2012
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Gregory O'Connell
08.2011 - 08.2013
Head Printer
Xerox Corporation
07.2010 - 08.2011
Information Technology Marketer
CBS Interactive
09.2009 - 04.2010
Content Acquisitionist/Game Designer
Wildfire Studios
03.2008 - 03.2009
Associate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
Lackawanna College
Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Filmmaking and Video Digital Design, Fine Arts
Fairleigh Dickinson University