JACQUELINE SHINDMAN
Lords Valley,PA
Summary
Seeking employment with a progressive organization in a highly motivating and challenging environment that provides opportunity to grow and utilize potential to the fullest to achieve the organizations goal while achieving personal goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Hackettstown Medical Center and 247 Heart & Vascular
- Experienced and proficient in the performance and interpretation of routine and advanced echocardiography protocols in a hospital and office setting
- Prepared and ensured patients were properly positioned and immobilized for echocardiography examination
- Patient intake, explained the procedure to be performed, maintaining ethical standards
- Applied critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient care within scope of training
- Aided in TEE including the ones performed in the Electrophysiology (EP) and the Cath lab
- Additional training in renal scintigraphy evaluating the function and anatomy of the kidneys
- Observed treadmill stress echocardiogram procedures
- Executed vital signs and followed detailed exam protocols
- Assisted the physician as directed, followed procedures, demonstrated adaptability, flexibility, cooperation, and maintained an attitude of professionalism
- Strictly adhered to all hospital and departmental safety regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures
- 960 hour Clinical Externship
Echo Lab Tech
Lackawanna College
01.2023 - Current
- Mentor and teach college students in echocardiography techniques, guiding them in probe handling, image acquisition, and analysis through hands-on lab instruction.
- Develop and deliver engaging instructional sessions, creating lesson plans and assessments to foster student proficiency in cardiac ultrasound scanning.
- Provide individualized feedback and mentorship to students, cultivating critical thinking, technical skills, and a patient-centered approach.
- Maintain and calibrate echocardiography equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with clinical standards.
- Stay current with advancements in echocardiography to integrate best practices into student training and clinical practice.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Wayne Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and diagnose conditions.
- Proficient in performing stress echocardiograms to assess cardiovascular function under physical or pharmacological stress, ensuring accurate imaging and patient safety.
- Skilled in performing transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) to obtain detailed cardiac images, ensuring patient comfort and precise diagnostic data.
- Skilled in the setup, operation, and analysis of Holter monitors to record and evaluate cardiac activity over extended periods, ensuring accurate data collection and patient comfort.
- Proficient in performing electrocardiograms (EKGs) to accurately record cardiac electrical activity, ensuring proper lead placement and high-quality diagnostic results.
- Skilled in performing electroencephalograms (EEGs) to accurately record brain electrical activity, ensuring precise electrode placement and high-quality diagnostic data.
- Collaborated with physicians to interpret ultrasound results and determine treatment plans.
- Maintained patient records and documentation in compliance with health regulations.
- Educated patients on procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout examinations.
- Operated advanced ultrasound equipment, optimizing settings for accurate imaging results.
- Assisted in training new staff on echocardiography techniques and protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Contributed to accurate diagnoses by providing high-quality echocardiogram images for physician interpretation.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive cardiac ultrasound examinations.
- Aided cardiologists with complex procedures including intraoperative monitoring and guidance during interventional treatments.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient data in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently scheduling and managing appointments.
- Continuously updated knowledge on emerging trends within the field of cardiac sonography, resulting in the implementation of best practices and improved patient care.
- Supported high-quality patient assessment through the use of advanced ultrasound technology and software applications.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions regarding procedures.
- Fostered strong relationships with referring physicians, promoting effective communication channels that enhanced patient outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety during exams by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Improved workflow efficiency with thorough equipment maintenance and calibration.
- Provided compassionate care, creating a comfortable environment for anxious or nervous patients during examinations.
- Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
Receptionist
Posh Enterprise
08.2018 - 03.2020
Receptionist
Pasha Enterprise
01.2014 - 06.2018
Education
Graduate, Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Eastwick College
Ramsey, NJ07.2020
General Science
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Proficient in the production of high quality diagnostic echocardiograms with the ability to examine and evaluate technical aspects of echocardiographic examination results and prepare preliminary findings to the cardiologist
- Performed adult transthoracic echocardiograms utilizing 2-D, M-mode, Color flow Doppler with measurements, Tissue Doppler, PW, CW, and Pedoff probe protocols
- Proficient in the evaluation of the function and anatomy of the kidneys
- Knowledge and compliance with OSHA, HIPAA and PPE regulations
- EQUIPMENT ATL, Hewlett Packard, Acuson, Philips, GE, and Siemens ultrasound machines
- Diagnostic Procedures: EKGs, Holter monitor reports generation, preforming stress testing, EEG testing
Certification
- AHA, American Heart Association: BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider Certificate
- HIPAA Privacy Regulations Training Certificate
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Training
Intro to Vascular Studies, Stress Test, EKG, Venipuncture, Vital Signs, Medical Records and EMR
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRIES
- American Medical Certification Association, MAC Medical Assistant Certification
- AMCA PTC, Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- AMCA ETC, Certified EKG Technician
- CCI-RCS Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Timeline
Echo Lab Tech
Lackawanna College
01.2023 - Current
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Wayne Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Receptionist
Posh Enterprise
08.2018 - 03.2020
Receptionist
Pasha Enterprise
01.2014 - 06.2018
Cardiac Sonographer
Hackettstown Medical Center and 247 Heart & Vascular
Graduate, Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Eastwick College
General Science
Bergen Community College
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