THERESIA JACO (JOHNSON)
Matteson,IL
Summary
Well-organized Registered Cardiac Sonographer offering 24 + years of healthcare experience. Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Loyola Medical Center
2023.09 - Current
- Continuously updated knowledge on emerging trends within the field of cardiac sonography, resulting in the implementation of best practices and improved patient care.
- Contributed to department quality assurance initiatives by participating in regular audits of processes and practices related to cardiac sonography services.
- Aided cardiologists with complex procedures including intraoperative monitoring and guidance during interventional treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate treatment plans for patients.
REGISTERED CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER
Fraciscan Health
2022.04 - 2023.08
- Assisted cardiologists in special and complex cardiovascular procedures
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology
- Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities
- Supervised and trained other cardiology technologists and students.
REGISTERED LEAD ECHO TECH- Contract
Oakstreet Health
2019.12 - 2022.02
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete outpatient echocardiograms for 5 mobile clinics
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
REGISTERED ECHO TECH
Advocate South Suburban Hazle
2018.10 - 2019.10
- Obtained patient's history and identification for exam being performed
- Insured billing requirements on patients
- Scheduled and organized patients for procedures
- Completed a full 2D echo with spectral Doppler and color Doppler in a timely manner
- Completed necessary documentation and billing for exam.
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Presence Saint Joseph
2017.11 - 2018.09
- Obtained patient's history and identification for exam being performed
- Insured billing requirements on patients
- Scheduled and organized patients for procedures
- Completed a full 2D echo with spectral Doppler and color Doppler in a timely manner
- Completed necessary documentation and billing for exam.
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Presence Saint Joseph
2014.11 - 2017.10
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs
- Managed team of 20 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
ECHO SONOGRAPHER II
Kingwood Medical Center
2011.01 - 2014.10
- Assisted with research projects, performing echocardiograms on study subjects and contributing to the advancement of cardiac imaging techniques.
- Assisted physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms, increasing their efficiency during the procedure.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy through diligent attention to detail in acquiring and interpreting echo images.
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Memorial Hermann Hospital
2003.12 - 2011.01
- Obtained patient's history and identification for exam being performed
- Insured billing requirements on patients
- Scheduled and organized patients for procedures
- Completed a full 2D echo with spectral Doppler and color Doppler in a timely manner
- Completed necessary documentation and billing for exam
- Supervised and trained other cardiology technologists and students.
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST I
Methodist Hospital
2001.12 - 2003.12
- Obtained patient's history and identification for exam being performed
- Insured billing requirements on patients
- Scheduled and organized patients for procedures
- Completed a full 2D echo with spectral Doppler and color Doppler in a timely manner
- Completed necessary documentation and billing for exam.
Education
ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY IMAGING IN CARDIOLOGY -
UT Medical School
Houston, TXDIAGNOSTIC CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY -
Ultrasound Diagnostic Institute
Houston, Texas01.2000
Skills
- Lead sonographer in Mitral valce clip
- TAVR procedures
- ICE (PFO) procedures/Watchman
- Empella device procedure
- Contrast Material
- Scanning preceptor for ICU fellows
- Student preceptor for South Suburban College
- Stress Echocardiography
- 3D Echocardiography
- Transesophageal echocardiogram experience
- Contrast echocardiography
- Pediatric Echocardiography
- Stress testing competence
- Diagnostic Imaging
Certification
CCI- Registered-2018
Organizations
Member of ASE
Awards
Preceptor of the Year Alvin Jr. College-2001-2003
References
- Kris Mina, Nurse Supervisor Cardiology, Loyola Medical- Tinley Park, (708) 327-8209, krismina1995@gmail.com
- Anna Ramiar, Lead Sonographer, Loyola Medical Center- Current Lead, (888)584-7888, Anna.ramiar@luhs.org
Timeline
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Loyola Medical Center
2023.09 - Current
REGISTERED CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER
Fraciscan Health
2022.04 - 2023.08
REGISTERED LEAD ECHO TECH- Contract
Oakstreet Health
2019.12 - 2022.02
REGISTERED ECHO TECH
Advocate South Suburban Hazle
2018.10 - 2019.10
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Presence Saint Joseph
2017.11 - 2018.09
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Presence Saint Joseph
2014.11 - 2017.10
ECHO SONOGRAPHER II
Kingwood Medical Center
2011.01 - 2014.10
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II
Memorial Hermann Hospital
2003.12 - 2011.01
ECHO TECHNOLOGIST I
Methodist Hospital
2001.12 - 2003.12
ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY IMAGING IN CARDIOLOGY -
UT Medical School
DIAGNOSTIC CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY -
Ultrasound Diagnostic Institute
CCI- Registered-2018
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