Shalini Gautam

Cardiac Sonographer / Echocardiographer

UAE

Profile summary

Trilingual Cardiac Sonographer with 5 years of progressive clinical experience in non-invasive cardiology and diagnostic imaging operations. Background includes managing echocardiography studies, Doppler imaging, and hemodynamic assessments across tertiary care hospitals in the GCC and India. Holds valid professional licenses from the Dubai Health Authority and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. Committed to maintaining rigorous clinical quality standards, patient safety protocols, and structured diagnostic reporting.

Career highlights

Cardiac Imaging Operations: Directs daily cardiac imaging operations, overseeing diagnostic workflows and clinical quality standards at Prayag Heart Care Hospital.

Echocardiography Case Volume: Performs diagnostic echocardiography studies daily, executing ejection fraction calculations using Simpson's Biplane Method, wall motion analysis, and valvular evaluation.

Tertiary Care Experience: Managed diagnostic cardiac imaging operations in a high-volume tertiary care hospital within the GCC region while maintaining SCFHS compliance.

Clinical Certifications: Holds professional licenses and certifications including the Dubai Health Authority Eligibility and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties credentials.

Key skills

TechnicalGlobal Longitudinal Strain (GLS)
ProfessionalAdult Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) Colour & Spectral Doppler Echocardiography Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI) Simpson’s Biplane Method / EF Calculation LV & RV Systolic Function Assessment Diastolic Function Grading Valvular Heart Disease Assessment Wall Motion Analysis Cardiac Hemodynamic Assessment PASP Estimation Stress Echocardiography TEE Assistance ECG Interpretation & Holter Monitoring Treadmill Test (TMT) PACS & DICOM Systems Clinical Reporting & Documentation Non-Invasive Cardiology Infection Control Standards Clinical Operations

Professional experience

Senior Cardiac SonographerJan 2026 - Present
Prayag Heart Care Hospital, India

Directs daily cardiac imaging operations, overseeing diagnostic workflows and clinical quality standards. Manages patient echocardiography examinations while aligning departmental procedures with institutional safety regulations.

  • Performs 20 to 30 echocardiography studies daily, including TTE, Doppler, and advanced hemodynamic assessments.
  • Executes ejection fraction calculations using Simpson's Biplane Method, wall motion analysis, and valvular evaluation.
  • Generates structured diagnostic reports for cardiologist review and treatment planning.
  • Maintains DHA and JCI clinical protocols, infection control, and patient safety standards.
  • Trains junior technologists in echo acquisition techniques and workflow optimization.
Cardiac SonographerDec 2023 - Dec 2025
Al Mouwasat Hospital, Saudi Arabia

Supervised diagnostic cardiac imaging workflows inside a tertiary care hospital situated in the GCC region. Partnered closely with consultant cardiologists during hemodynamic evaluations and treatment planning while keeping operations aligned with SCFHS guidelines.

  • Completed 25 echo cases daily while maintaining international quality standards.
  • Executed Doppler imaging, diastolic function grading, and valvular disease assessments.
  • Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to support workflow efficiency.
Cardiac SonographerJul 2022 - Nov 2023
United Medical College & Hospital, India

Executed full-spectrum cardiac diagnostic procedures, performing echocardiography and ECG tests while ensuring adherence to departmental documentation standards. Calibrated clinical equipment and supported medical staff during interventional procedures and patient monitoring.

  • Maintained equipment calibration and departmental documentation standards.
Cardiac SonographerJun 2021 - Jun 2022
Prayag Heart Care Hospital, India

Managed clinical operations within the cardiology department, overseeing patient care and diagnostic testing workflows. Performed specialized cardiovascular examinations while guiding individuals through preparation, execution, and post-procedure recovery stages.

  • Administered Transthoracic Echocardiography and Treadmill Tests to acquire diagnostic data while maintaining diagnostic accuracy.
  • Provided patient education and directed post-procedure recovery protocols in coordination with the cardiology team.

Education

Bachelor of ScienceJan 2018 - Jan 2021
GD Goenka University, Gurugram, India

Cardiovascular Technology

  • CGPA: 9.01 / 10.00
MBAJan 2026 - Jan 2028
Sikkim Manipal University

Hospital & Healthcare Management | Online

  • In Progress

Certifications

DHA License - Eligibility HolderDubai Health Authority2026-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
SCFHS LicenseSaudi Commission for Health Specialties2026-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
AAHP RegistrationAAHP2023-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Healthcare Management Assessment Certification20262026-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
ECG CertificationSt George’s, University of London2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
DHA License — Dubai Health Authority, Eligibility Holder (Issued 2026)Issued 2026
SCFHS License — Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (2026)2026
ECG Certification — St George’s, University of London (2022)2022

Languages

English · Professional

Hindi · Native

Arabic · Intermediate