Vernita Mitchell
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Seasoned Cardiac Sonographer with a robust background at Med Center Health, showcasing exceptional skills in echocardiogram administration and patient education. Renowned for enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Proven track record in leading teams towards achieving IAC accreditation, demonstrating a 100% commitment to continuous improvement and patient safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Med Center Health
Bowling Green, KY
08.2024 - Current
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Collaborated with other medical staff including radiologists, cardiologists, nurses and technologists in order to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Operated high-tech ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Performed Transesophageal echocardiograms
Cardiac Sonographer
Western Ky Heart and Lung
Bowling Green, KY
03.2013 - 08.2024
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Maintained patient records and entered data into computer system accurately
- Technical Director for IAC Accreditation.
- Supervised the Echo Department.
- Works very independently.
- Providing cardiac echo studies for eight cardiologists.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
Cardiac Sonographer
TJ Samson
Glasgow, KY
04.2006 - 05.2024
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Explained procedures to patients, answered questions, and provided reassurance during exams.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Performed Transesophageal echocardiograms
Cardiac Sonographer
Medical Center Bowling Green
Bowling Green, KY
08.2009 - 09.2019
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Collaborated with other medical staff including radiologists, cardiologists, nurses and technologists in order to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Operated high-tech ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Draughons
Bowling Green, KY05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KYSkills
- Communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Diagnostic imaging
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Medical terminology
- Stress testing
- Cardiovascular testing
- Echocardiogram administration
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving
Certification
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Med Center Health
08.2024 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Western Ky Heart and Lung
03.2013 - 08.2024
Cardiac Sonographer
Medical Center Bowling Green
08.2009 - 09.2019
Cardiac Sonographer
TJ Samson
04.2006 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Draughons
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
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