Amanda Smith
Wildwood,Ga
Summary
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist with 16+ years of experience in both adult and pediatric settings. Skilled in assisting with cardiac and peripheral vascular disease management, emphasizing patient safety and care excellence. Certified by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCIS) and holds ACLS and BLS certifications. Focused on providing high-quality support to patients, families, and medical professionals throughout procedures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RCIS in Office Based Vascular Lab
Vascular Institute of Chattanooga
04.2023 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assists with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Operates advanced imaging equipment during vascular procedures.
- Assists vascular surgeons in a scrub role to ensure the highest level of care and safety.
RCIS in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Erlanger Medical Center
02.2008 - 04.2025
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Monitored patient vitals during procedures, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
- Provided fluoroscopy for procedures with high quality imaging.
- Administered medications under a physician’s direct order.
- Assisted physicians in a scrub role in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
- Collaborated with interdepartmental teams to improve patient outcomes through coordinated care efforts.
- Mentored new staff, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth within the team.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, applying advanced knowledge of cardiovascular physiology and critical thinking skills.
Clinical Consultant – Per Diem
Abiomed
10.2016 - 04.2018
Education
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - undefined
Cardiovascular Credentialing International
11.2007
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Cardiovascular Technology
Northwestern Technical College
Rock Springs, GA09.2007
Skills
- Cardiac catheterization expertise
- Angiography diagnostics
- Interventional cardiology techniques
- Advanced imaging modalities (DFR, FFR, OCT, IVUS)
- Pediatric interventions (valvuloplasty)
- Proficiency in structural heart procedures (TAVR)
- Implantation of devices (ICD, pacemaker)
- Proficient in Xper and Epic systems
- Troubleshooting lab equipment
- Experience with ACC-NCDR reporting
- Support for supply ordering and coding
- Oversight of daily operations role
- Staff mentorship experience
- Organizational project management
- Effective multidisciplinary communication
- Emergency care experience for patients
- Adoption of innovative practices
- Advocacy for patient needs
Certification
- Accredited by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCIS)
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
Specialty Training
- Extensive experience in cardiovascular care within the Cath lab.
- Adult and pediatric caths, both diagnostic and interventional.
- Peripheral angiography and intervention.
- Structural heart procedures.
- EP device implants.
- Emergency procedures including STEMIs with a need for advanced hemodynamic support placement.
Education And Licensure
- 2007-11-01, Cardiovascular Credentialing International, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
- 2007-09-01, Northwestern Technical College, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Rock Springs, GA
Personal Information
Title: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Timeline
RCIS in Office Based Vascular Lab
Vascular Institute of Chattanooga
04.2023 - Current
Clinical Consultant – Per Diem
Abiomed
10.2016 - 04.2018
RCIS in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Erlanger Medical Center
02.2008 - 04.2025
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - undefined
Cardiovascular Credentialing International
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Cardiovascular Technology
Northwestern Technical College
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