Kelsey Penar
Jackson,MI
Summary
Dedicated, hard-working, self-motivated Registered Vascular Technologist looking to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Vascular Technologist
Michigan State Health Care
East Lansing, MI
01.2024 - Current
- Lead technologist and student preceptor.
- Capture and develop images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Perform duties in instances where normal, routine practice cannot be applied, often in high stress situations.
- Perform and record results of ultrasound evaluations. Evaluates results of ultrasound exams and writes a preliminary report.
- Obtain, review and utilize all historical information relevant to the procedure being requested.
- Perform non-invasive peripheral vascular testing to evaluate the hemodynamics of arterial, venous, visceral, and/or cerebrovascular circulation by utilizing Doppler ultrasound, plethysmography, and duplex imaging according to the Vascular Lab procedural policies.
- Understand and follow infection control/universal precautions in the performance of all job tasks.
- Maintain order and cleanliness of the work area. Always practice sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
- Demonstrate proficiency in operating and troubleshooting equipment.
Registered Vascular Technologist
Vascular Health Center
Battle Creek, MI
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Capture and develop images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Perform duties in instances where normal, routine practice cannot be applied, often in high stress situations.
- Perform and record results of ultrasound evaluations. Evaluates results of ultrasound exams and writes a preliminary report.
- Obtain, review and utilize all historical information relevant to the procedure being requested.
- Perform non-invasive peripheral vascular testing to evaluate the hemodynamics of arterial, venous, visceral, and/or cerebrovascular circulation by utilizing Doppler ultrasound, plethysmography, and duplex imaging according to the Vascular Lab procedural policies.
- Understand and follow infection control/universal precautions in the performance of all job tasks. Maintain order and cleanliness of the work area. Always practice sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
- Demonstrate proficiency in operating and troubleshooting equipment.
Registered Vascular Technologist
Beaumont Health System
Royal Oak, MI
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Capture and develop images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Perform duties in instances where normal, routine practice cannot be applied, often in high stress situations.
- Perform and record results of ultrasound evaluations. Evaluates results of ultrasound exams and writes a preliminary report.
- Obtain, review and utilize all historical information relevant to the procedure being requested.
- Perform non-invasive peripheral vascular testing to evaluate the hemodynamics of arterial, venous, visceral, and/or cerebrovascular circulation by utilizing Doppler ultrasound, plethysmography, and duplex imaging according to the Vascular Lab procedural policies.
- Understand and follow infection control/universal precautions in the performance of all job tasks. Maintain order and cleanliness of the work area. Always practice sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
- Demonstrate proficiency in operating and troubleshooting equipment.
Patient Care Assistant
St Joseph Mercy Hospital
Chelsea, MI
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Provide high-quality care for orthopedic patients in a post-operative setting as well as patients suffering from stroke and transient ischemia attacks and rehabilitation patients in long-term care.
- Obtain and chart post-operative as well as daily vital signs, assist in patient transfers, daily activities such as meals, hygiene, and dressing.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team to carry out doctor's orders and optimal treatment.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines, hospital protocols, and regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Vascular Sonography
Jackson College
Jackson, MISkills
- Critical thinking
- HIPAA
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical coding knowledge
- Leadership experience
- Teaching and instruction
- Multitasking abilities
- Knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology, and related diseases
- Knowledge of ultrasound physics and diagnostic procedures
- Operating GE Logic E9 and E8 ultrasound machines
- Operating Philips iU22 ultrasound machine
- Operating Parks Physiologic Arterial machines
- Patient Image Archiving Computer System (PACS)
- Epic Patient Charting System/CUPID
- athenahealth
- UltraLinQ
- FIVOS Medstreaming
Certification
- ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist, License #245237
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Registered Vascular Technologist
Michigan State Health Care
01.2024 - Current
Registered Vascular Technologist
Vascular Health Center
09.2021 - 12.2023
Registered Vascular Technologist
Beaumont Health System
07.2019 - 09.2021
Patient Care Assistant
St Joseph Mercy Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Vascular Sonography
Jackson College