Kristin Burkholder
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Experienced Cardiac Sonographer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of cardiac pathology and training in patient care, image optimization, and accurate calculations and report writing. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in adult echocardiography.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
EchoVision, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
- Perform complete adult transthoracic exams, bubble studies, stress echoes, Definity contrast studies, and transesophageal echoes
- Operate ultrasound equipment during procedures such as CABG, valve replacements, Watchman, TAVRs, pericardiocentesis, ECMO weaning trials, and MitraClips
- Obtain IV access as needed for contrast and bubble studies
- Mentor junior sonographers and students in performing echocardiograms and identifying pathology
Cardiac Sonographer
Hillsboro Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed inpatient and outpatient exams as a part of a small echocardiography team
- Further enhanced skillset and knowledge of ultrasound equipment, using GE Voluson and Vivid E9 systems
- Provided excellent patient care while ensuring high quality, diagnostic exams
Cardiac Sonographer
T2 Imaging
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Performed AAA screenings, carotid exams, and pediatric screening echoes in addition to adult echocardiography
- Worked independently at multiple small hospitals and cardiology clinics in the Salem area
- Maintained cleanliness and supplies of echo labs
- Prepared preliminary reports and notified cardiologists of any critical findings
Cardiac Sonographer, Per Diem
Salem Health
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed complete adult transthoracic echoes, bubble studies, Definity contrast exams, and transesophageal echoes
- Coordinated with coworkers to manage patient workflow and ensure smooth operation of the cardiovascular lab
- Took night call on a rotating basis for emergent orders after hours
Education
Bachelor's degree - Echocardiography
Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR06.2018
Skills
- Proficient in transesophageal and transthoracic echocardiography, including: agitated saline, Definity and Optison contrast, Dobutamine stress, and treadmill stress tests
- Synapse, Agfa, McKesson Cardiology, Picom 365, Philips Xcelera, and Studycast reporting software
- Phillips and TomTech 3D and strain programs
- Epic and NextGen electronic medical record systems
- Phillips IE33, Epiq 7, and CX50 ultrasound equipment
- GE Voluson and Vivid E9 ultrasound equipment
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) January 2024 to January 2026, certification for CPR and basic first aid
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) June 2018 to December 2025, certification in Adult Echocardiography
- Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) July 2018 to November 2026, certification in Adult Echocardiography
Awards
Magna Cum Laude- Oregon Institute of Technology June 2018
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
EchoVision, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Hillsboro Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
Cardiac Sonographer
T2 Imaging
10.2018 - 09.2019
Cardiac Sonographer, Per Diem
Salem Health
07.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor's degree - Echocardiography
Oregon Institute of Technology
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