Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Awards
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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
09.2023 - 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
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • 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
12.2019 - 02.2022
  • 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
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • 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
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • 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
11.2014 - 10.2017
  • 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
01.2011 - 10.2014
  • 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
12.2003 - 01.2011
  • 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
12.2001 - 12.2003
  • 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, TX

DIAGNOSTIC CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY -

Ultrasound Diagnostic Institute
Houston, Texas
01.2000

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
09.2023 - Current

REGISTERED CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER

Fraciscan Health
04.2022 - 08.2023

REGISTERED LEAD ECHO TECH- Contract

Oakstreet Health
12.2019 - 02.2022

REGISTERED ECHO TECH

Advocate South Suburban Hazle
10.2018 - 10.2019

ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II

Presence Saint Joseph
11.2017 - 09.2018

ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II

Presence Saint Joseph
11.2014 - 10.2017

ECHO SONOGRAPHER II

Kingwood Medical Center
01.2011 - 10.2014

ECHO TECHNOLOGIST II

Memorial Hermann Hospital
12.2003 - 01.2011

ECHO TECHNOLOGIST I

Methodist Hospital
12.2001 - 12.2003

ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY IMAGING IN CARDIOLOGY -

UT Medical School

DIAGNOSTIC CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY -

Ultrasound Diagnostic Institute

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