Sage A. Schumann(RCS)

• Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Enhanced diagnostic capabilities by utilizing advanced cardiac sonography techniques.
• Streamlined workflow efficiency for the department by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues promptly.
• Contributed to better patient outcomes through accurate interpretation of echocardiogram results, optimizing treatment plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for cardiac patients.
• Ensured adherence to protocols and regulations, upholding the highest standards in patient safety and quality assurance.
• Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex cases by providing detailed imaging analysis and recommendations for further testing if needed.
• Maintained thorough documentation of all procedures performed, ensuring proper coding for billing and compliance purposes.
• Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, enhancing communication regarding patient care needs and expectations.
• Continuously improved technical skills through ongoing education on new technologies and industry best practices in cardiac sonography.
• Coordinated schedules efficiently to accommodate urgent requests while minimizing delays for routine appointments.
• Provided compassionate care during examinations, addressing any concerns or questions from patients or family members effectively.
• Established effective communication channels between sonographers, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care management.
• Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall performance of the cardiac sonography department.
• Stayed current with advancements in cardiac imaging technology to apply cutting-edge methodologies when assessing clinical conditions such as heart disease or valve dysfunction diagnosis.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership qualities by supervising daily operations within the Cardiac Sonographer team ensuring deadlines were met and maintaining a high standard of work.
• Achieved consistent patient satisfaction and trust by providing thorough explanations of procedures, ensuring patients felt well-informed and comfortable throughout their experience.
• Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
• Communicated daily with staff members to identify patients requiring ultrasound evaluation.
• Delivered subject matter expertise to staff on topics relating to ultrasound examinations.
• Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
• Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
• Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
• Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
• Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
• Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
• Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
• Responded to patient emergencies with interventions such as CPR, first aid and defibrillation.

Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital as the Lead Cardiac Sonographer

My job requirements include but are not limited to:

• Transthoracic Echocardiograms (2D/3D)
• Echocardiogram Stress Test
• Oncology Echocardiograms(Strain rate)
• Adult/Pediatric Congenital Abnormalities (worked personally with Dr Manisha Patel)
• Stress Test
• Definity/ Optison
• IV Trained
• Blood work
• BLS/CPR
• Ordering materials and stocked
• Assisting coworkers with exams
• Verbal preliminary reports
• Echo Training
• Responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong decision-making capabilities.
• Communicates with physicians to assure optimal patient care and resources.
• Responsible for oversight of equipment maintenance, PMs, and repairs.
• Acts as a liaison between customers, technical staff, medical staff, and other departments within the hospital and cardiology offices.
• Supervises daily operations in Echo Lab.
• Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Enhanced diagnostic capabilities by utilizing advanced cardiac sonography techniques.
• Contributed to better patient outcomes through accurate interpretation of echocardiogram results, optimizing treatment plans.
• Ensured adherence to protocols and regulations, upholding high standards in patient safety and quality assurance.
• Mentored junior staff and students, fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
• Assisted physicians in diagnosing complex cases by providing detailed imaging analysis and recommendations for further testing if needed.
• Maintained thorough documentation of all procedures performed, ensuring proper coding for billing and compliance purposes.
• Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
• Achieved consistent patient satisfaction and trust by providing thorough explanations of procedures, ensuring patients felt well-informed and comfortable throughout their experience.
• Supported the professional development of fellow sonographers by contributing to in-service training programs, lectures, or workshops on relevant cardiac ultrasound topics.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership qualities by supervising daily operations within the Cardiac Sonographer team ensuring deadlines were met and maintaining a high standard of work.
• Stayed current with advancements in cardiac imaging technology to apply cutting-edge methodologies when assessing clinical conditions such as heart disease or valve dysfunction diagnosis.
• Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall performance of the cardiac sonography department.
• Established effective communication channels between sonographers, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care management.
• Provided compassionate care during examinations, addressing any concerns or questions from patients or family members effectively.
• Prepares daily work schedule including staff assignments, and monitor workflow in the lab throughout the day.
• Manages daily workflow issues or patient care problems or complaints that cannot be addressed by technologists.
• Delivered subject matter expertise to staff on topics relating to ultrasound examinations.
• Collected images and recordings of blood movement, organ positioning, bodily masses and fluid accumulations.
• Communicated daily with staff members to identify patients requiring ultrasound evaluation.
• Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
• Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.
• Positioned and readjusted patients to obtain optimal scan information.
• Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
• Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
• Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
• Operated ultrasound equipment to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced cardiac echocardiograms.
• Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
• Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Coordinated schedules efficiently to accommodate urgent requests while minimizing delays for routine appointments.
• Continuously improved technical skills through ongoing education on new technologies and industry best practices in cardiac sonography.
• Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, enhancing communication regarding patient care needs and expectations.

Contracted Cardiovascular Sonographer:

• Communications with insurance companies to get Echo/Vascular ultrasound approved
• Scheduled patients
• Spoke with Dr Saxena about exams
• Wrote protocols for echo/vascular screening
• Assisted with IVs
• Ultrasound guided joint injections
• Wrote preliminary reports
• Priced products used on a daily basis and ordered most cost efficient items
• Performed Echocardiograms/Stress Echocardiograms/Vascular Ultrasounds
• Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
• Delivered subject matter expertise to staff on topics relating to ultrasound examinations.
• Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
• Communicated daily with staff members to identify patients requiring ultrasound evaluation.
• Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.

Registered Cardiac Sonographer performing:

• Transesophageal Echocardiogram
• Transthoracic Echocardiogram
• Echo Stress Test
• Regular Stress Test
• EKG/EEG
• Holter monitoring
• Vascular Sonography
• Cardiac Rehab
• Stress test
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced cardiac echocardiograms
• Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
• Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart imaging
• Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
• Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
• Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.