Allison Bell
Davenport,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly dedicated healthcare professional with solid background in conducting tests and assisting with procedures to help diagnose and treat diverse cardiovascular issues. Well-trained in Cardiac Cath, EP and structural heart. Excellent bedside manner with keen observational skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Technologist
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, and pacemaker insertions.
- Performed electrocardiography tests to detect irregularities in the heart's rhythm or structure.
- Operated advanced imaging systems to produce images of the cardiovascular system for diagnosis and treatment purposes.
- Monitored patients during invasive cardiology procedures to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Assisted in all previously listed procedures and also with Infusaport, Mitraclip, Watchman and Fistulogram.
Cardiovascular Technologist
Genesis Medical Center
Davenport , IA
05.2008 - Current
- Scrub, monitor(XPER) and circulate a plethora of procedures including; Rt and Lt heart cath (femoral and radial access), PTA, PTCI, rotoblator, laser, CSI, Impella, balloon pump, angiojet, EKOS, Jetstream, JETi, valvuloplasty, TAVR, PFO/ASD/VSD closure, pacemaker/defibrillator, cardiac ablation, EP monitoring (Claris), ICE, transeptal assistance, lead extraction and setting up mapping systems (Carto and St. Jude).
- Lead technologist, preceptor and occasional department charge.
- Assistance in checking procedure charges to catch mistakes and maximize hospital payment.
- Assistance with scheduling.
- Check, test and maintain cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
- Produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular systems with help of diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Operate diagnostic systems, adhering to all protocols to minimize machine damage and patient injury.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care.
- Educate patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Set up equipment to prepare for patient procedures and tests in Cath Lab, EP and hybrid OR.
- Improve operations by working with team members and physicians to find workable solutions.
- Order, monitor and maintain radiation badges for staff and physicians.
Secretary
Genesis Medical Center
Davenport , IA
06.2004 - 05.2008
- Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Admitted scheduled patients to busy Radiology Department.
- Communication with multiple departments to coordinate imaging exams.
- Made Xray CD's and pushed images to other facilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Scott Community College
Bettendorf , Iowa05.2007
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Supervision
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Cardiovascular Technologist
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
Cardiovascular Technologist
Genesis Medical Center
05.2008 - Current
Secretary
Genesis Medical Center
06.2004 - 05.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Scott Community College