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Kierstyn Elya

South Boardman

Summary

Cardiac sonography student with hands-on clinical experience conducting echocardiograms. Possesses strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, medical terminology, patient care and sonographic procedures. Demonstrates great technical skills in operating ultrasound equipment, along with a compassionate approach to patient interaction. Committed to applying learned techniques and principles to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Sonography Student Internship

Munson Medical Center
Traverse City
10.2024 - Current
  • Performed sonographic examinations of patients under the supervision of a certified cardiac sonographer.
  • Performed full and limited echocardiograms that included 2D images, the use of color Doppler, spectral Doppler, tissue Doppler, M-mode, and the Pedoff probe.
  • Prepared examination rooms for sonography procedures by setting up and stocking the necessary supplies.
  • Assisted in the maintenance and cleaning of ultrasound equipment.
  • Established effective communication with patients to ensure comfort, as well as educate them on the procedure.
  • Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides and in the emergency room.
  • Filled out reports of echocardiograms for the cardiologist to read.

Shift Manager

Culver's Restaurant
Gaylord
06.2019 - Current
  • Performed as a team leader by working efficiently in all manner of jobs in the restaurant, including management, cooking, and frontline duties.
  • Became a manager at the age of sixteen, showing good qualities at a young age, such as a great work ethic and leadership skills.
  • Directed crew members as a shift manager, ensuring restaurant cleanliness, proper job delegation, timely employee breaks, and excellent customer service to keep the restaurant running smoothly.
  • Gained plenty of experience in customer service, which taught me skills that translate to the medical field, such as interacting with others in a kind and professional manner, performing well under stress, directing others, and dealing with difficult situations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Forest Area High School
Fife Lake, MI
06-2023

Health Sciences Program -

North Ed Career Tech Center
Traverse City, MI
06-2023

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI
12-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography

Baker College
Owosso, MI

Skills

  • Can efficiently use Siemens SC 2000 and Philips EPIQ ultrasound machines
  • Efficient at performing cardiac ultrasound imaging using multiple modalities and various protocols
  • In-depth knowledge of cardiac structure and function, as well as associated pathologies
  • Effective communication and leadership skills
  • Provides proper patient care during echocardiography exams
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills

Certification

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification - Certified July 11th, 2024
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) Board Exam - Certified February 21st, 2025
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Adult Echocardiography (AE) - Uncertified, projected to take in July of 2025

Timeline

Cardiac Sonography Student Internship

Munson Medical Center
10.2024 - Current

Shift Manager

Culver's Restaurant
06.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Forest Area High School

Health Sciences Program -

North Ed Career Tech Center

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Northwestern Michigan College

Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography

Baker College

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