ANGELA LOPEZ GASTELUM (RCS)
Carpinteria,USA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Cardiovascular Sonography graduate eager to leverage hands on experience as an Echo Tech. Possesses four years of expertise in medical and patient care, specializing in electrocardiograms (EKG) and cardiology related testing. Established a solid foundation in medical terminology, electronic medical records (EMR), and data entry. Strong emphasis on accuracy, organization, and compassionate patient interaction ensures the delivery of exceptional care. Bilingual in English and Spanish, committed to enhancing patient experiences while contributing to a collaborative, patient centered healthcare team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Sutter Health
Santa Barbara, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Performed high quality Transthoracic Echocardiograms (TTE) on adult patients, capturing precise anatomical images and accurate Doppler measurements to facilitate diagnosis.
- Assisted with advanced cardiac procedures, including Transesophageal (TEE), Intraoperative TEE, and Bubble Studies, ensuring patient safety and imaging excellence.
- Executed complex Stress Echocardiograms, managing both treadmill and pharmacological (dobutamine) protocols to evaluate cardiac function under stress.
- Optimized diagnostic clarity by assessing blood flow and cardiac structure through the strategic use of ultrasound contrast agents.
- Streamlined clinical reporting by communicating critical preliminary findings to cardiologists and maintaining detailed records through the Citrix system.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary surgical teams during intraoperative procedures to provide real time imaging support.
Echo Technician
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) to deliver accurate diagnostic imaging and reliable Doppler assessments for adult patients.
- Facilitated advanced procedures, including treadmill and dobutamine stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, intraoperative echocardiograms, and bubble studies.
- Evaluated cardiac structure, function, and blood flow using advanced imaging techniques.
- Presented preliminary findings to cardiologists and documented studies utilizing the Merge Cardio reporting system.
EKG Technician
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
03.2022 - 08.2025
- Operated hospital information systems for data entry and retrieval, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in patient data management.
- Conducted electrocardiograms and cardiology-related tests, analyzing results to support timely patient diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Worked closely with medical staff to streamline EKG procedures, enhancing overall patient care and departmental workflow.
- Optimized EKG scheduling and execution, reducing wait times and increasing the number of patients served daily.
Echo Technician Internship
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Executed transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) on adult patients, ensuring high-quality imaging and precise Doppler measurements.
- Facilitated advanced procedures, including treadmill and dobutamine stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, intraoperative TEE, and bubble studies.
- Oversaw assessments of cardiac structure and function, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Implemented ultrasound contrast agents to optimize image quality as required.
- Presented preliminary findings to cardiologists, ensuring clarity and accuracy in communication.
Patient Service Representative
Sansum Clinic
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Streamlined appointment scheduling and medical documentation processes, enhancing patient flow efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Mastered Epic electronic health record system, ensuring accurate and timely updates of patient information while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries and concerns with empathy and professionalism, fostering a positive clinic environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with medical staff, facilitating seamless coordination of patient care and administrative tasks.
Medical Assistant
Ocean View Dermatology
Santa Barbara, CA
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Facilitated seamless communication as a healthcare interpreter, ensuring accurate information exchange between patients and medical staff.
- Provided compassionate care and clear explanations to patients, enhancing their comfort and understanding during medical procedures.
- Streamlined medical procedure workflows, enhancing efficiency in room preparation and instrument sterilization while maintaining rigorous hygiene standards.
- Implemented effective patient outreach strategies, significantly improving appointment adherence and follow-up care outcomes.
Education
Academic Associates - Science of Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Los Angeles, CA06-2025
Associate’s Degree - Medical Science
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05-2022
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Adult Cardiac Sonography
- Trained on Pediatric Cardiac Sonography
- EKG Interpretation
- Exposure to Stress Echos
- Experience on 3D, myocardial strain imaging, xPlane
- Provided expert technical assistance during Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE), ensuring high-resolution imaging and precise diagnostic data for cardiologists
- Patient Care
- Continuous learning mindset
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Team building
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certified, BLS & CPR
- Electrocardiography Certified, EKG
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Certified, HIPAA
- RCS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Sutter Health
12.2025 - Current
Echo Technician
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Echo Technician Internship
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
01.2025 - 06.2025
EKG Technician
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2025
Patient Service Representative
Sansum Clinic
01.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant
Ocean View Dermatology
02.2020 - 02.2021
Associate’s Degree - Medical Science
Santa Barbara City College
Academic Associates - Science of Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE
- EPIC System
- Merge Cardio
- Citrix
- GE Vivid 7
- Phillips IE33, IU22, CVx3D
- Acuson Sequoia 512
- PACS UltraLinq