Sara Kooiman-Bode
Bonaire
Summary
Highly motivated and attentive sonographer focused on the timely and quality completion of all lab procedures. Works well under pressure within high volume testing environments. Over 8 years experience working along side physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac and vascular disease. Specialized in the care of patients undergoing 2D echocardiography, stress echocardiography, contrast echo, bubble studies, carotid ultrasound, aortic ultrasound, renal ultrasound, and lower extremity vascular ultrasound. Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads with little to no supervision.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Echo Vascular Sonographer
Diagnostic Resources
07.2022 - Current
- Performed 2D echocardiograms
- Performed carotid ultrasound, aortic ultrasound, renal ultrasound, lower extremity venous ultrasound, and lower extremity arterial ultrasound
- Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid the physician in interpreting results
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and increase patient cooperation
- Tailored care to meet the specific needs of each patient
- Collected, organized and restocked supplies in each procedure room
Lead Echocardiography and Vascular Sonographer
West Michigan Cardiology
05.2014 - 01.2020
- Performed 2D echocardiograms, stress echos, contrast and bubble studies
- Performed carotid ultrasound, aortic ultrasound, renal ultrasound, lower extremity venous ultrasound, and lower extremity arterial ultrasound
- Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid the physician in interpreting results
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and increase patient cooperation
- Tailored care to meet the specific need of each patient
- Maintained detailed record of test results by entering data and patient info into the computer
- Collected and submitted accreditation documents to maintain echo (IAC) accreditation for facility
- Collected, organized and restocked supplies in each procedure room
Echo Sonographer
Spectrum Health Hospital
06.2013 - 04.2014
- Performed 2D echocardiograms, stress echos, contrast and bubble studies
- Assisted physician in the transesophageal echocardiogram procedures
- Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid the physician in interpreting results
- Provided exceptional patient care in the hospital setting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Imaging Science =Echo/Vascular Ultras
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI05.2014
Skills
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
- Register Vascular Songrapher (RVT)
- Image formation and display expertise
- 2D scanning
- Cardiac Sonography
- Vascular Sonography
- Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
- Electrocardiac rhythm recognition
- Diagnostic equipment expertise
- Electronic health records
- Facility echo accrditation
Timeline
Echo Vascular Sonographer
Diagnostic Resources
07.2022 - Current
Lead Echocardiography and Vascular Sonographer
West Michigan Cardiology
05.2014 - 01.2020
Echo Sonographer
Spectrum Health Hospital
06.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Imaging Science =Echo/Vascular Ultras
Grand Valley State University
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