ANGELA BIANCO, RDCS
Allentown,PA
Summary
Accomplished Cardiac Sonographer II with three years of experience, adept in echocardiography and patient education. Proven leadership in training peers and supporting cardiologists with complex procedures. Exemplifies organization and problem-solving, ensuring exceptional patient care and privacy adherence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer II
Lehigh Valley Health Network Cedar Crest
05.2021 - Current
- Performed echocardiograms on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients
- Performed comprehensive echocardiographic studies including transthoracic, transesophageal, stress and contrast studies
- Prepared exam rooms and instructed patients on proper positioning
- Prepared detailed preliminary report for cardiologists to review and interpret
- Efficient in specialized echo including LVAD, RVAD, Impello
- Assisted and supported cardiologists with Transesophageal Echo, Watchman's, TAVRS, PFO closures, Mitraclips, Pericardiocentesis, and Intraoperative TEE
- Assisted in training sonographers, medical students, and cardiology fellows
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology
- Able to perform and recognize normal vs abnormal cardiac images with the use of advanced ultrasound modalities including Definity contrast imaging, global longitudinal strain, saline bubble studies, M-mode, CW, PW, and TDI
- Preserved patient privacy in accordance with hospital policies, HIPAA laws and regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA05.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Strong work ethic
- Friendly positive attitude
- BLS
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Active listener
- Time management
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer II
Lehigh Valley Health Network Cedar Crest
05.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
Lackawanna College