Kayla Ritieni
Massapequa
Summary
Experienced adult cardiac sonographer and instructor with a proven track record of engaging students through impactful lectures. Committed to student success, providing support both in and out of the classroom. Expertise in relevant technologies enhances instructional effectiveness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instuctor, North Shore University Hospital
School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Manhasset
05.2024 - Current
- Instructs didactic and laboratory courses in adult cardiac sonography according to the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) standards.
- Collaborates with the medical director to ensure instruction adheres to current ASE guidelines.
- Designed and implemented interactive PowerPoints, summative exams, and transparent rubrics to foster active student participation, and accurately assess comprehension.
- Facilitates student learning through the analysis of diverse echocardiogram case studies, sharpening their ability to identify and interpret cardiac anomalies.
Cardiac Sonographer
Huntington Hospital
Huntington
03.2024 - Current
- Performs adult transthoracic echocardiograms, incorporating strain, and 3D imaging techniques.
- Collaborates with cardiologists to interpret complicated cases.
- Provides preliminary reports utilizing Syngo Dynamics for accurate assessments.
- Provides training for sonography students, including the completion of clinical competencies, utilizing Trajecys online record keeping.
Cardiac Sonographer
New York Presbyterian
Queens
05.2018 - Current
- Performs adult transthoracic echocardiograms, incorporating strain, and 3D imaging techniques.
- Stepped in as acting Department Lead in the Lead Technician's absence, successfully managing daily operations and staff responsibilities.
- Manage patient intravenous (IV) access, including assessment, administration of diagnostic contrast agents (Definity, Optison), saline flushes, and post-procedure discontinuation.
- Assist physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms, and perform stress echocardiograms with and without Dobutamine.
- Supports the interventional cardiology team in advanced structural heart procedures (e.g., TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman), and pericardiocentesis.
- Participates in both quality assurance for infection control, including high-level disinfection.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY08.2018
Skills
- Adult cardiac sonography
- Strain and 3D imaging techniques
- Curriculum development
- Clinical competencies training
- Lesson planning
Credentials
RDCS #208854
Additional Clinical Experience
- Gramercy Cardiac, Manhattan, NY
- Long Island Jewish Hospital Vascular Lab, New Hyde Park, NY
- Cohen's Children's Hospital Echo Lab, New Hyde Park, NY
- Good Samaritan Hospital Echo Lab, West Islip, NY
Timeline
Instuctor, North Shore University Hospital
School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
05.2024 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Huntington Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
New York Presbyterian
05.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Molloy College
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