Alana Mcgilberry
Cardiovascular Technician/Exercise Physiologist
Roy ,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented candidate with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I am organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cardiovascular Technician
Virginia Mason Hospital And Seattle Medical Center
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Exercise Physiologist
Virginia Mason Hospital And Seattle Medical Center
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - Current
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Facilitated outpatient therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain, and balance disorders.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Reported abnormal pre-test conditions and test results of Type patients to physicians and other members of care team.
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Worked with cardiac patients to develop exercise recovery plans, deliver education on exercise and nutrition and monitored physical endurance and progress.
- Monitored patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise.
- Created fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve overall physical health.
- Monitored patient blood pressure, ECG and distress levels during exercise.
- Developed risk factor modification strategies, counseling plans and nutrition education for cardiac patients.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
- Recognized contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise and revised plan accordingly.
- Improved scheduling techniques and rapid insurance approval turnaround to increase patient volume and satisfaction.
- Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Observed patient safety, risk management, and infection control policies and procedures.
- Gathered exercise data to develop individualized strength and conditioning programs for patients recovering from cancer.
- Demonstrated quality and financial benefits of exercise program, improving patient outcomes and cost per case for patient population.
Exercise Physiologist
St Michaels Medical Center
Silverdale, WA
09.2019 - 05.2021
Education
Bachelor Of Science With/ Biology Minor - Kinesiology With Concentration in Exercise Science
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA 02.2016 - 12.2018
Skills
Problem-Solving
Organization and Time Management
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Google Workspace
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Data Entry
Clerical Support
Timeline
Cardiovascular Technician
Virginia Mason Hospital And Seattle Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Exercise Physiologist
Virginia Mason Hospital And Seattle Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Exercise Physiologist
St Michaels Medical Center
09.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor Of Science With/ Biology Minor - Kinesiology With Concentration in Exercise Science
Pacific Lutheran University
02.2016 - 12.2018