Alicia Howland
Arden,NC
Summary
RCIS bringing 24 years of experience in the acute care setting of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Electrophysiology Lab. Looking for a challenging environment to further my knowledge of cardiac care and support in the clinical setting. Efficient and well organized multitasker. Strong communication and collaboration skills, committed to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrophysiology Technologist
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
01.2023 - Current
- Scrub, monitor, and circulate complex EP studies to include RF and Cryo ablations.
- Set up of different mapping systems to include, Carto, ESI, and Rhythmia for Use with MicroPace.
- Provide patient care and teaching.
- Scrub, monitor, and circulate implants to include, Watchman, Amulet, Micra, Bi-V, and LBB pacing.
Electrophysiology Technologist
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg , SC
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Scrub, monitor, and circulated cardiac implants.
- Scrub, monitor, and circulated RF and Cryo ablations.
- implanted Watchman device, assisted with lead removal with laser.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville , NC
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Assists physicians with complex coronary PCI.
- Uses cardiac catheterization and other invasive procedures to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions.
- TAVR
- PVL
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Prisma Health Upstate
Greenville, SC
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted physicians with complex PCI
- Peripheral interventions
- ECMO placement
- Administered emergency cardiac care for life-threatening heart problems.
- Used cardiac catheterization and other invasive procedures to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
St Joseph's Hospital
Savannah, GA
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted physicians in treating cardiac and peripheral vascular issues with complex interventions.
- Monitored patients with acute heart problems.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care.
- Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Roper Hospital
Charleston, SC
09.2001 - 09.2017
- Strong medical ethic and clinical judgement.
- Computerized charting specialist
- Ordering and supply management.
- Accomplished in PCI, Rotoblator, IVUS, EKOS, Impella, Cryo Ablation, LAA closure, Watchman, PPM, AICD, Bi-VICD, and SICD implantation.
- Member of the TAVR team
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Greenville Memorial Hospital
Greenville, SC
08.1999 - 09.2001
- Assisted physicians with complex PCI.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Providence Hospital and Medical Center
Columbia, SC
08.1998 - 08.1999
- Assisted physicians with complex PCI.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA06.1996
Skills
- Structural heart (ASD, PFO, TAVR)
- Device Implants (BI-V, Micra, Sub-Q, and LBB pacing)
- Peripheral PCI
- Scrub, monitor, and circulate complex EP studies to include PFA, Cryo , and RF ablations
- Proficient in placement of Watchman and Amulet devices
Certification
- RCIS
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Electrophysiology Technologist
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Electrophysiology Technologist
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Prisma Health Upstate
02.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
St Joseph's Hospital
03.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Roper Hospital
09.2001 - 09.2017
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Greenville Memorial Hospital
08.1999 - 09.2001
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Providence Hospital and Medical Center
08.1998 - 08.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Augusta Technical College