Kari Hadley
Summary
Skilled, Registered Sonographer with a proven track record at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, showcasing expertise in Small Parts, Vascular, and Abdominal imaging techniques and a compassionate approach to patient care. Achieved increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership by optimizing exam protocols and training staff, significantly improving department efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Sonographer
Rocky Mountain Pet Imaging - Owner
08.2021 - Current
- Performed Abdominal and Cardiac Sonography for local Veterinarians
- Supported Radiologist and Cardiologist in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
- Operate personal ultrasound equipment independently to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, contributing to a positive and supportive environment.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.
Sonographer 2002-2012 / Lead Sonographer
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to adapt ultrasound techniques for patients with unique medical conditions or physical limitations.
- Optimized exam protocols for specific clinical indications, resulting in more targeted diagnostic information for physicians.
- Assisted in developing departmental budget plans to ensure cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Increased department efficiency by training six new staff members on sonography techniques, equipment usage, and departmental procedures.
- Demonstrated expertise in various ultrasound modalities including abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, vascular, and small parts imaging.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop tailored imaging protocols for specific patient needs, resulting in improved diagnostic outcomes.
- Assisted radiologists in interventional procedures such as biopsies or drainages under ultrasound guidance for improved accuracy.
- Collected images and recordings of blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses and fluid accumulations.
- Used skills to help clinicians and surgeons complete routine and invasive procedures.
- Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
- Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
Education
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Florida Institute of Ultrasound
Pensacola12-2002
No Degree - Biological Sciences
Colorado Mountain Community College
Leadville12-2001
Skills
- 3D and 4D imaging techniques
- Abdominal sonography expertise
- Vascular ultrasound proficiency
- Breast sonography proficiency
- Obstetric and gynecologic sonography
- Image optimization techniques
- Spectral doppler interpretation
- Needle localization
- CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of five staff members.
- Mentored two students during their clinical rotation leading to successful completion of their degree
Certification
- Registered Diagnostic Sonographer ARDMS 2008
- Registered Vascular Sonographer ARDMS 2008
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Veterinary Sonographer
Rocky Mountain Pet Imaging - Owner
08.2021 - Current
Sonographer 2002-2012 / Lead Sonographer
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - Current
- Registered Diagnostic Sonographer ARDMS 2008
- Registered Vascular Sonographer ARDMS 2008
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Florida Institute of Ultrasound
No Degree - Biological Sciences
Colorado Mountain Community College
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