Amber Simon
Yukon,OK
Summary
Patient-focused cardiovascular sonographer with proven history of success in performing diagnostic ultrasounds and supporting physician procedures to assisting with diagnosis and treatment of different cardiovascular concerns. Positive and upbeat communicator with observant nature.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Echocardiographer
OU Children's Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2021 - Current
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Performed routine and complex studies and assisted in variety of imaging procedures.
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
- 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.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Aided physicians' in the following procedures: transesophageal echocardiogram, ASD/PFO closure, ECMO cannula placement, clamp trials, LVAD pump adjustments, ballon atrial septostomy, epicardial echocardiogram
Sonographer
Oklahoma Heart Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2013 - Current
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, outpatient, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Proficient in scanning: transthoracic echocardiogram, stress test (treadmill and dobutamine), vascular, and general.
- Aided physicians in the following procedures: transesophageal echocardiogram, PFO/ASD closures, MitraClip, TAVR, valvuloplasty, pericardiocentesis, alcohol septal ablation, vascular guided access, and pseudoaneurysm injection.
Sonographer
Athletic Heart
06.2018 - Current
- Provide diagnostic imaging for transthoracic echocardiogram, treadmill stress, and carotid ultrasounds.
- Organized hotel and flight arrangements.
- Assisted in equipment transport, setting machines up, and breaking down setups.
Sonographer
Integris Southwest Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Captured images using mobile equipment in emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated ultrasound equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences- Sonography
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK05.2013
Bachelor's of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12.2009
Skills
- Cardiovascular and general ultrasound
- 3D/4D imaging rendering
- Definity and Lumason administration
- Philips CX-50, iE-33, Epiq, and GE
- Patient confidentiality
- Adaptability
- Multitasking abilities
Affiliations
- Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Oklahoma Sonographer Society
- Phi Theta Kappa
Certification
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (AE, PE)
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
- RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Timeline
Pediatric Echocardiographer
OU Children's Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Sonographer
Athletic Heart
06.2018 - Current
Sonographer
Oklahoma Heart Hospital
12.2013 - Current
Sonographer
Integris Southwest Medical Center
05.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor's of Science - Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences- Sonography
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Bachelor's of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (AE, PE)
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
- RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
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