Zarina Khisamieva
Cliffside Park
Summary
Physician and diagnostic ultrasound professional with over 15 years in clinical imaging, performing and interpreting more than 40,000 diagnostic ultrasound examinations. ARDMS SPI certified and actively pursuing breast certification. Dedicated to high-quality patient care and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams for improved outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Summit Surgical Institute
Hackensack
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated patient evaluations and clinical procedures, improving physician efficiency.
- Obtained comprehensive medical histories, enhancing patient care coordination and treatment planning.
- Maintained accurate medical documentation and EMR records for compliance.
- Supported clinical operations in a high-volume surgical practice, ensuring seamless patient flow and care delivery.
Caregiver
Eastbridge
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Delivered direct patient care for adults and pediatric patients.
- Supported children with autism spectrum disorders through tailored interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance independence and safety.
Radiologist (CT/MRI)
Republican Clinical Oncology Dispensary of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Interpreted CT and MRI examinations of brain, breast, chest, abdomen, and pelvis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary oncology team to enhance patient care.
- Contributed to cancer diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, and follow-up processes.
Ultrasound Physician (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)
Republican Clinical Oncology Dispensary of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Performed comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound examinations in tertiary oncology center.
- Conducted breast, thyroid, abdominal, pelvic, transvaginal, transrectal, lymph node, and vascular ultrasound studies.
- Evaluated benign and malignant diseases in adult patients to inform treatment decisions.
- Executed ultrasound-guided procedures for thyroid and breast lesion biopsies and nephrostomy guidance.
- Collaborated with oncologists, surgeons, and pathologists to improve patient care outcomes.
- Contributed to diagnostic workups and long-term surveillance of oncology patients.
- Participated in clinical research protocols assessing tumor response to chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician (Part-Time)
Private Imaging Centers
Kazan
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Specialized in breast imaging and postoperative evaluation of breast procedures.
- Assessed patients prior to and following breast augmentation and reconstructive surgeries.
- Evaluated silicone implants alongside identifying postoperative complications.
- Correlated ultrasound findings with mammography, MRI, surgical history, and clinical data.
Volunteer in the Ambulance
Emergency Medical Center
Kazan
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Completed tasks following supervisor directions within designated timeframes.
- Collaborated with volunteers to foster a supportive work environment.
- Organized and implemented programs to assist community members and individuals.
- Provided pre-hospital assessment, stabilization, and transport of trauma patients to hospitals.
- Responded to diverse medical emergencies including cardiac arrest and respiratory distress.
- Monitored patient conditions during transportation between healthcare facilities.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as oxygen systems and immobilization devices in patient care.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials at various emergency sites.
Education
Advanced Ultrasound Training Program -
Professional retraining center
Kazan, Russia04-2011
Radiology Residency -
Clinical Oncology Center
Moscow, Russia07-2010
Pediatrician -
Kazan Medical University
Kazan, Russia06-2008
Skills
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging
- Breast Ultrasound
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Thyroid Ultrasound
- Pelvic Ultrasound (Transvaginal & Transrectal)
- Vascular Ultrasound
- Soft tissue & Lymph Node Ultrasound
- Doppler Imaging, elastography, contrast studies
- Ultrasound-Guided Procedures (Thyroid, breast soft tissue masses biopsies, Nephrostomy and Cholecystostomy guidance, ultrasound-guided paracentesis and thoracentesis)
- CT Imaging Interpretation
- MRI Imaging Interpretation
- EMR documentation
- Patient assessment & Care
- Multidisciplinary team Collaboration
- Patient communication
- Clinical research experience
Certification
- ARDMS SPI, Passed
- ARDMS Breast (BR) Certification, Actively Pursuing
Languages
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Tatar
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Organize volunteer art classes for children
Lead community yoga session for adults
Founded a Russian-language community book club
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Summit Surgical Institute
11.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Eastbridge
08.2023 - 11.2024
Radiologist (CT/MRI)
Republican Clinical Oncology Dispensary of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan
01.2020 - 01.2023
Ultrasound Physician (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)
Republican Clinical Oncology Dispensary of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan
01.2010 - 01.2023
Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician (Part-Time)
Private Imaging Centers
01.2010 - 01.2023
Volunteer in the Ambulance
Emergency Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2008
Advanced Ultrasound Training Program -
Professional retraining center
Radiology Residency -
Clinical Oncology Center
Pediatrician -
Kazan Medical University