Kacie Collini

Inpatient | Outpatient | Level 1 Trauma Facility

• Performed a variety of ultrasound imaging hospital-wide to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, including abdomen, vascular, small parts, neonatal cranial, OB/GYN, pediatrics, breast, and liver, renal, and pancreas transplants.
• Performed studies on patients of all ages, ranging from neonates to geriatrics.
• Thoroughly and effectively communicated with patients by offering examination details and instructions, as well as answering questions to provide the comfort needed to minimize anxiety, and improve cooperation.
• Utilized discretion in the evaluation and assessment of exams, in compliance with hospital policy, while providing an initial assessment of the technical results to a physician.
• Reviewed orders and communicated with physicians to determine the appropriate imaging needs, and support accurate medical decision-making.
• Mentored student sonographers, providing encouragement and sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.

• Trained new employees and maintained complete, detailed documentation of job
  procedures
• Updated, reconciled and reported financial data in ledgers and journals
• Maintained rapport with clients and business associates