Michayla Nice
Cardiac Sonographer
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Reliable and compassionate professional with strong interpersonal skills and dedication to patient care. Possesses foundational knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, coupled with proficiency in ultrasound technology and imaging techniques. Committed to providing accurate diagnostic results to support optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Echocardiographer
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute
Anchorage, Alaska
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported diagnostic accuracy by performing comprehensive assessments of cardiac structures, including valves, chambers, blood flow patterns, and overall heart function in a private clinic setting.
- Elevated department reputation by consistently meeting and exceeding accreditation standards for echocardiography practices.
- Conducted dobutamine and exercise stress echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac response under strain conditions for diagnostic purposes.
- Participated in HOCM 'Camzyos' research studies
- Administration of Echo Enhancing Agents (Definity only)
Echocardiographer
Alaska Regional Hospital
Anchorage, AK
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Perform portable comprehensive cardiac ultrasound exams at hospital bedside and in an emergent on-call setting.
- Participated in transcatheter echo guided interventional procedures for Watchman Devices using transesophageal echocardiography.
- Analyze and interpret echo images to assess cardiac structure, function, and pathology
- Optimized workflow efficiency by maintaining well-organized schedules and prioritizing urgent cases.
Echocardiographer
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, Alaska
04.2018 - 02.2023
- Maintained an efficient and face paced workflow, while also ensuring high quality and accurate echocardiograms were being performed.
- Aided in echo guided procedures such as, RHC Biopsies, Pericardiocentesis, LVAD speed optimization, and TAVR's
- Assisted in Transcatheter Interventional MitraClip procedures using Transesophageal Echocardiography
- Performed pediatric and Neonatal echocardiograms
- Assisted in training new echocardiographers, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved skill development.
- Maintained high-quality diagnostic images by utilizing advanced ultrasound technologies and techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiography
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA 05.2001 -
Phlebotomy -
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK 05.2001 -
Registered Cardiac Sonographer, RCS -
Cardiovascular Credentialing International
Anchorage, AKHigh School Diploma -
South Anchorage Highschool
Anchorage, AK 05.2001 -
Skills
Echo Interpretation/Reporting
- Transthoracic Echocardiography (2D, 3D, Strain)
- Transesophageal Echocardiography
- On-Call Echocardiography
- Stress Echocardiography
- Contrast Echocardiography (definity and lumason)
- Pediatric and NICU Echocardiography
- Echocardiography for LVAD and Impella Devices
- Bubble Study Technique
- Intra-operative Imaging (RHC Biopsies, Pericardiocentesis, LVAD speed optimization, TAVR placement procedures)
- Transcatheter based interventional procedure TEE imaging for MitraClip and Watchman Devices
- Medical Imaging Software: Centricity, Epic, Xcelera, TomTec, McKesson, PACS,
- Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPointMicrosoft
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Echocardiographer
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute
09.2024 - 04.2025
Echocardiographer
Alaska Regional Hospital
02.2023 - 08.2024
Echocardiographer
Providence Alaska Medical Center
04.2018 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Echocardiography
Spokane Community College
05.2001 -
Phlebotomy -
University of Alaska Anchorage
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
South Anchorage Highschool
05.2001 -
Registered Cardiac Sonographer, RCS -
Cardiovascular Credentialing International
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