Kelly Hoekwater
Kincheloe
Summary
I am a hard working, driven individual who likes to show ambition in any given environment. I perform and am competent as a registered sonographer in the field of Cardiology & Pediatric Cardiology for over 10 years and am looking for a job that will challenge my knowledge and further increase my education into the future.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Michigan Heart and Vascular Specialists
Petoskey, MI
10.2008 - 03.2013
- Performs all forms of Echocardiography for 13 different Cardiologists in an Outpatient as well as Inpatient setting from geriatric to neonatal. Lead pediatric sonographer instructs permanent adult sonographers in pediatric echo. Performs transthoracic echos on pediatric and neonatal patients with complex congenital anomalies and post repairs. Responsible for preparing reports, billing, approval of add-on patients and coordinating neonate scans with nursing staff. Familiar with holter and event monitor applications. Basic ECG recognition.
Cardiac Sonographer
Munson Medical Center
Traverse City, MI
04.2013 - 08.2018
- Performed as a team member at Cardiac Diagnostic Suite. Duties included performing all forms of echo from geriatric to neonatal in outpatient settings, to stat ordered ultrasounds in multiple remote facilities. Responsible for assessing patients, examining previous reports for relativity and post surgical or operative repairs, and consulting with physician if needed. Basic ECG recognition as well as Holter/Event Monitor application.
Cardiac Sonographer
Sparrow Hospital
Lansing, MI
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Maintained the demand of a fast paced, state of the art facility with over 25 cardiologists with precision and optimism. Performed echos on complex neonatal cases to completing structural heart preoperative protocols while able to communicate to each physician as needed. Assessing symptomatic patients in distress and emotional difficulty, making sure bedside manner is professional and empathetic. Basic EKG application and knowledge.
Cardiac Sonographer
War Memorial Hospital
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted echocardiograms to assess cardiac structure and function.
- Collaborated with physicians to interpret ultrasound results and determine patient care plans.
- Maintained equipment calibration and performed routine quality assurance checks for optimal performance.
- Professionally trained in IV therapy to start contrast IV studies.
Cardiac Sonographer
UP Health Systems Marquette
Marquette, MI
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Implemented best practices for patient comfort during procedures, improving overall patient experience satisfaction.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards by properly handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians on ultrasounds involving cardiac imaging contrast, contributing valuable image measuring accuracy.
- Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brimley High School
Brimley, MI05-2003
Associate of Applied Science - Equine Management
Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, IA06-2005
Certification - Cardiac Sonography
Michigan School of Cardiac Sonography
Sault Ste Marie, MI01.2007
Skills
- Adult Echo
- HIPPA Compliant
- Pediatric & Neonatal Echo
- Knowledge of IE33, CX50, Vivid 7
- Seimens Cypress, Aucon Seqoia, GE
- Exercise Stress Echo
- Pharmaceutical Stress Echo
- Kinetics & Prosolv proficient
- Transesophageal Echo
- Contrast Echo; Saline bubble study, Definity, Optison, or Lumason
- Open to New routines and procedures
- Very good work ethic and work attitude with coworkers
- Echo guided Pericardial Centesis
- Assist in OR during Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements
- Familiar with Cadology and Medical Terminology
- Pacemaker Optimization
Certification
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer, RCS (CCI) ID# 00077862
- Basic Life Support Certified
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
UP Health Systems Marquette
12.2020 - 11.2021
Cardiac Sonographer
War Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2022
Cardiac Sonographer
Sparrow Hospital
11.2019 - 09.2020
Cardiac Sonographer
Munson Medical Center
04.2013 - 08.2018
Cardiac Sonographer
Michigan Heart and Vascular Specialists
10.2008 - 03.2013
Certification - Cardiac Sonography
Michigan School of Cardiac Sonography
High School Diploma -
Brimley High School
Associate of Applied Science - Equine Management
Ellsworth Community College