Andres M. Rodriguez
Discovery Bay,USA
Summary
Technical Director with extensive echocardiography expertise at Sutter Health Bay Area. Achieved IAC accreditation and increased productivity by 35%. Proficient in regulatory compliance and staff training, with a focus on policy formulation and process improvement. Enhanced diagnostic quality and operational efficiency in cardiology departments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Director (IAC)/ Lead Sonographer, Sonographer 3
Sutter Health Bay Area/ PAMF
Dublin
07.2012 - Current
- Executed diagnostic testing, including Comprehensive Echoes and pharmacological/stress echoes.
- Achieved IAC accreditation for PAMF Alameda Division.
- Revised all procedural protocols for Cardiology Lab to enhance compliance.
- Contributed to planning and 'Go Live' phases for Dublin Center and Silicon Valley Associates.
- Drove 35% increase in productivity within Alameda Cardiology Division.
- Implemented and trained staff on 3D echo and myocardial strain techniques in Echo lab.
- Educated other Sutter affiliates on 3D imaging and myocardial strain, boosting diagnostics and revenue.
- Served as Super User and trainer for CCW implementation.
- Identified areas for improvement within existing processes and procedures related to technology.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful integration between technical systems.
Senior Cardiac Sonographer
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Palo Alto, California
10.2005 - 07.2012
- Perform diagnostic testing to include Complete Echoes, pharmacological/stress echoes and transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Staff trainer and clinical instructor.
- Researcher for various cardiovascular diseases and technology.
Echocardiographer
BMC Diagnostics, Inc.
Oakland, California
10.2001 - 10.2005
- Perform diagnostic testing to include Complete Echoes, pharmacological/stress echoes, holter and event monitoring.
- Provide echo coverage for greater San Jose area, doctor’s offices and clinics.
- Maintain a high level of customer and patient satisfaction.
- Work independently without direct supervision. Discussed and resolved all concerns directly with physicians.
Cardiology Supervisor
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
Salinas, California
01.2000 - 10.2001
- Managed 23 staff members in the non-invasive Cardiology Department.
- Solved recruitment issues by developing a training program with local college.
- Improved diagnostic testing through standardization and staff development.
- Revised and developed new policies and procedures for department.
Independent Contractor
Contract
Gilroy, California
10.1994 - 12.2000
- Provided call and Shift support for clinics and hospitals performing echocardiography.
- Managed several contract employees to provide services for area hospitals.
EKG Supervisor / Lead Echocardiographer
Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, California
07.1998 - 01.2000
- Manager for 12 staff members in the non-invasive Cardiology Department.
- Increased procedure volume and scope of testing, through training and staff development.
- Implemented new competencies for department.
- Improved diagnostic testing quality by initiating quality review.
- Performed diagnostic testing such as echocardiography, stress testing and holter scanning.
Enlisted Supervisor
National Naval Medical Center
Bethesda, Maryland
08.1996 - 09.1998
- Supervisor for 11 staff members in the Health Promotion Department.
- Primary duties include management and development of patient educational programs in the areas of health maintenance.
- Responsible for correspondence with the Bureau of Naval Personnel on all statistical and service record issues.
- Continued development in diagnostic cardiology testing by maintaining a position in Echocardiography lab.
Supervisor Cardiovascular Division
Naval Hospital Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
09.1992 - 08.1996
- Supervisor for 16 nursing, technical and clerical staff members.
- Updated and revised all policies and procedures for the cardiology division.
- Maintained all statistical and productivity reports for the division.
- Key person in the development of the division into an Ambulatory Procedure Unit, which was a first for the U.S. Navy to combine Internal Medicine, Cardiology and GI.
- Performed diagnostic testing such as echocardiograms, stress testing, and pacemaker evaluations.
Cardiovascular Student
Naval School of Health Services
San Diego, California
01.1991 - 01.1992
- Performed didactic and clinical work as described below.
- Graduated with a final average of 86%.
Team Leader Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Naval Regional Medical Command
Oakland, California
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Assisted Cardiologist in the performance of diagnostic catheterization, interventional catheterization and pacemaker implants.
- Maintained department budget.
- EKG and Basic Dysrhythmia Instructor.
Education
Certificate of Graduation - Cardiovascular Science
Naval School of Health Sciences
San Diego09.1992
Health Administration
RIVET
1503 Macdonald Ave Suite A, Richmond, CA 94801Skills
- Diagnostic testing and 3D imaging
- Echocardiography expertise
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff training and development
- Policy formulation
Cellular
(925)437-6080
Affiliations
- Coaching High School.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Boy Scouts
Certification
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer, Cardiovascular Credentialing International
Timeline
Technical Director (IAC)/ Lead Sonographer, Sonographer 3
Sutter Health Bay Area/ PAMF
07.2012 - Current
Senior Cardiac Sonographer
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
10.2005 - 07.2012
Echocardiographer
BMC Diagnostics, Inc.
10.2001 - 10.2005
Cardiology Supervisor
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 10.2001
EKG Supervisor / Lead Echocardiographer
Good Samaritan Hospital
07.1998 - 01.2000
Enlisted Supervisor
National Naval Medical Center
08.1996 - 09.1998
Independent Contractor
Contract
10.1994 - 12.2000
Supervisor Cardiovascular Division
Naval Hospital Charleston
09.1992 - 08.1996
Cardiovascular Student
Naval School of Health Services
01.1991 - 01.1992
Team Leader Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Naval Regional Medical Command
01.1988 - 01.1991
Certificate of Graduation - Cardiovascular Science
Naval School of Health Sciences
Health Administration
RIVET