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Kelly Mindel

Louisville,KY

Summary

Dynamic Cardiac Sonographer with extensive experience at Baptist Health Louisville, specializing in 2D and 3D echocardiography. Adept at enhancing diagnostic accuracy through quality assurance and continuous education. Recognized for exceptional patient care and effective collaboration with cardiologists, contributing to improved treatment outcomes. Committed to professional growth and adapting to new technologies. I feel that my extensive knowledge base and team approach mindset makes me an appropriate candidate for team lead.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Sonographer

Baptist Health Louisville
05.2019 - Current
  • Performs 2D and 3D echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and transesophageal echocardiograms
  • Educates patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
  • Provides outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
  • Conducts comprehensive assessments of patient medical histories, ensuring relevant information was considered when interpreting results.
  • Ensures high-quality images by routinely calibrating and maintaining sonography equipment, resulting in accurate diagnoses.
  • Improves diagnostic accuracy by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on cardiac sonography techniques and best practices.
  • Upholds strict confidentiality standards by properly handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Streamlines communication by effectively collaborating with cardiologists to discuss findings and develop treatment plans.
  • Communicates daily with staff members to identify patients requiring ultrasound evaluation.
  • Continuously improves skills by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities and staying current with industry advancements.
  • Performs as well as helps educate staff on pediatric echocardiograms and pathology.
  • Serves as a preceptor and mentors junior sonographers through hands-on training sessions, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Educates our new students in the clinical rotation aspect of learning.

Cardiac Sonographer

Kentuckiana Medical Center
05.2018 - 04.2019

Conducted comprehensive 2D echo and stress tests in cardiology office.

Cardiac Sonographer

Louisville Heart Specialists- Jewish Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2018

Performed all 2D echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms and regular treadmill stress tests in the office setting.

Finalized documentation required for physician diagnosis.

Conducted patient holder monitoring.

Processed necessary paperwork for pacemaker monitoring of patients.

Cardiac Sonographer

EMRMC
01.2007 - 06.2011

Cardiac Sonographer

Lutheran General Hospital
09.2002 - 07.2006

Cardiac Sonographer

Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
05.1999 - 09.2002

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography And Electrophysiology

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
05.1999

Skills

  • Learning mindset with continously education
  • Adaptable to new technology
  • Quality assurance adherence
  • 3D echocardiography and strain imaging
  • Involved as a member if the TAVR team

Certification

BLS certified

CCI accredited

Timeline

Cardiac Sonographer

Baptist Health Louisville
05.2019 - Current

Cardiac Sonographer

Kentuckiana Medical Center
05.2018 - 04.2019

Cardiac Sonographer

Louisville Heart Specialists- Jewish Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2018

Cardiac Sonographer

EMRMC
01.2007 - 06.2011

Cardiac Sonographer

Lutheran General Hospital
09.2002 - 07.2006

Cardiac Sonographer

Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
05.1999 - 09.2002

Associate Of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography And Electrophysiology

William Rainey Harper College
Kelly Mindel