Karina Polishchuk
Sacramento,CA
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sonographer III
Kaiser Permanente
Sacramento, CA
02.2001 - Current
- Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
- Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
- Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various types of ultrasounds including abdominal, obstetrical, vascular, and small parts examinations.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of ultrasound procedures and addressing concerns.
- Reduced appointment wait times by optimizing scheduling processes and efficiently managing daily workload.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.
Store Manager
Famous Suits
Atlanta, GA
03.1993 - 06.1996
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
Nurse Clinician
Sklivasovsky Scientific and Research Institute
Moscow, Russia
12.1991 - 12.1993
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions using data-driven approaches that allowed for continuous improvements in patient care.
- Led initiatives focused on improving workplace culture by fostering teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect among nursing staff members.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, ensuring seamless transitions of care between hospital settings and community-based services for patients in need.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
International Medical Center Rejuvenation
Moscow, RussiaAssociate’s Degree - Sonography
Diagnostic Ultrasound School
Atlanta, GASkills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Compassionate patient care
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- PACS and DICOM Systems
- Patient Safety
- Professionalism and Ethics
- HIPAA
- Continuous learning mindset
Certification
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (AB)
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (BR)
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sonographer III
Kaiser Permanente
02.2001 - Current
Store Manager
Famous Suits
03.1993 - 06.1996
Nurse Clinician
Sklivasovsky Scientific and Research Institute
12.1991 - 12.1993
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (AB)
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (BR)
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
International Medical Center Rejuvenation
Associate’s Degree - Sonography
Diagnostic Ultrasound School