Petrika Koco
Summary
Result focused Healthcare professional seeking an AF Solutions Clinical Specialist position with Boston Scientific. Motivated organized professional with strong leadership and relationship-building skills. Proactive leader with strengths in communication, collaboration and comprehension of cultural diversity. Proficient interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Adept at managing concurrent objectives, meeting tight deadline producing results to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Demonstrated command of echocardiography with developed aptitude for Echo and Transesophageal Echo.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Echo Sonographer
Hartford Healthcare - MidState Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Supervise and manage the daily activities of staff and Implement assignments for to ensure proper workflow and productivity.
- A resource to staff Cardiologists, Providers, and other departments.
- Effectively coordinates Cardiac Imaging.
- Perform prescribed procedures such as Transesophageal (TEE), Transthoracic (TTE) echocardiograms and stress tests per policies and protocols.
- Perform monthly inventory for department, medical supplies and Maintain equipment instrumentation.
- Logged and maintain supporting documentation as needed to comply with ICAEL accreditation requirements.
- Closely collaborate with management team to make necessary improvements for department.
- Recruiting, coaching and training employees.
- Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
- Assisted physicians in treating complex cardiac issues through the use of diagnostic ultrasound imaging.
- Collaborated with department management to generate product evaluation leads.
- Trained and educated students and junior staff members on clinical procedures and best practices.
- Stayed up to date on relevant processes and compliance standards for optimal oversight.
- Built positive working relationships with other department managers through effective communication.
- Executed successful compliance monitoring and risk assessment programs.
- Supported strategic development and objective setting by analyzing audit outcomes and generating actionable recommendations.
- Completed quarterly and yearly audits.
- Performed consistently with all quality objectives, including planning, control and optimization strategies.
- Met with management to implement best practice, project-manage needs and implement process improvements.
- Devised and deployed strategies for promoting critical health and safety standards to employees.
- Met safety goals by coordinating compliance strategies, establishing procedures and enforcing policies.
- Kept products and Cardio-diagnostic services in line with security standards and compliance requirements.
- Supervise 6 full-time employees.
- Employed process improvement initiatives within department.
- Prepared monthly echo schedules for one hospital and three outpatient centers.
- Conveyed information about changes to operational updates and problem resolutions for department meetings.
- Submitted resource requests and purchase proposals and submitted to leadership based on need.
- Completed training, read current publications, and attended conferences to stay up to date on changes.
- Recruited, interviewed, hired and supervised sonographers.
- Administered competencies and evaluated results to assess performance of staff.
Echo Sonographer
Hartford Healthcare - Hospital Of Central CT
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed transthoracic (TTE) and transesophageal (TEE) echocardiograms, contrast echos, and agitated saline studies.
- Asked patients pertinent history questions and documented information in chart system.
- Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
- Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
- Assisted cardiologists in special and complex cardiovascular procedures.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care and resolve patient issues.
- Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
- Compiled data from administered tests and produced reports for submission to Cardiologists.
- Contributed to the development of department protocols, optimizing sonographic scanning techniques for improved diagnostic results.
- Assisted physicians in treating cardiac issues with TEE and TTE techniques for implanting devices.
- Recognized for exceptional patient satisfaction scores due to strong interpersonal skills and compassionate care approach during sensitive examinations.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, reducing potential complications and promoting recovery.
Echo Sonographer
Yale New Haven Health
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Performed routine and complex studies and assisted in variety of imaging procedures such as transthoracic echocardiograms and stress tests.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Improved patient comfort by providing clear explanations and answering questions prior to echocardiogram procedures.
- Stayed current with industry advancements by attending professional conferences and participating in continuing education opportunities.
- Maintained clean, safe and orderly procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and film storage areas.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care and support.
- Participated in department audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Consistently met or exceeded quality assurance standards through rigorous adherence to established guidelines and best practices.
- Provided mentorship to new Echo Sonographers, sharing expertise in technique refinement and offering guidance on case studies for skill development.
- Strengthened patient trust by maintaining strict confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
NH11.2021
Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Cardiac Echosonography
St. Francis Hospital School of Cardiac Ultrasound
Hartford, CT09.2018
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT06.2017
Skills
- Interpersonal relationships and written communication
- Self-motivated
- Staff development
- Conflict resolution
- Strong verbal communication
- Extremely organized
- Creating presentations and demonstrations
- Process Implementation and strategies
- Training, Education & Development
- Organizational Skills
- Work Ethic
- Working Collaboratively
- Clinical Education
Timeline
Lead Echo Sonographer
Hartford Healthcare - MidState Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Echo Sonographer
Hartford Healthcare - Hospital Of Central CT
08.2021 - 05.2022
Echo Sonographer
Yale New Haven Health
10.2018 - 07.2021
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Cardiac Echosonography
St. Francis Hospital School of Cardiac Ultrasound
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
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