BERNARD RONOH
Galveston,TX
Summary
A Industrious skilled Cardiovascular Technologist/Technician. Detail-oriented and highly dedicated healthcare professional with solid background in conducting tests and assisting with procedures to help diagnose and treat diverse cardiovascular issues. Well-trained in equipment. Excellent bedside manner with keen observational skills.
Works well with medical professionals and patients to meet all needs with high-quality support, ready to assist members of the team in invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST
Ministry of Health
NAKURU, KENYA
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Prepare patients for and perform stress tests, electrocardiograms (ECG), Transthoracic echocardiogram, Holter monitors, (24 hour ECG), blood pressure measurement, Assisting in Cath LAB with Angiogram and Angioplasty procedures, Pacemaker and ICD
- Maintain and operate necessary test equipment to ensure patients receive the best care possible.
- Record the patient's medical history for accuracy.
- Assist doctors during invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Communicate the results to the patients in a way that they will understand.
- Record, type the dispense report of diagnostic procedures so the physician can interpret.
- Set performance standards for subordinates to ensure high quality of care.
- Provide personal care and emotional support to patients, their families, and coworkers as needed.
- Receive, observe, and obtain necessary information from any relevant sources.
- Stay up to date by keeping certification up, and going to scientific conferences.
CLINICAL OFFICER /PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
Vihiga County
VIHIGA, KENYA
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisting physicians and staff with applying specialized devices, such as braces.
- Compiled history information and completed physical examinations for successful outpatient appointments.
- Completed daily patient rounds to check on inpatients and check on treatment efficacy.
- Initiated, documented, and communicated plans of care with interpretation skills.
- Carry out Holter studies.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
CLINICAL OFFICER/PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN - INTERN
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
VIHIGA, KENYA
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Taking patients' history, examination, investigations, diagnosis, treating and managing diseases/conditions; ordering laboratory and imaging investigations, interpreting laboratory and imaging results; conducting ward rounds with direct supervision by the physicians.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CARDIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
THE KAREN HOSPITAL MEDICAL COLLEGE
NAIROBI, KENYADIPLOMA IN CLINICAL MEDICINE AND SURGERY -
KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE
KENYA CERTIFICATE IN SECONDARY SCHOOL -
KIROBON HIGH SCHOOL
NAKURUKENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY SCHOOL -
KOIGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
NAKURUSkills
- Vast knowledge of cardiac disease and arrhythmias in a clinical set up
- Strong knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Ability to work effectively with patients and their families, medical staff and others
- Expertise in operating and maintaining echocardiogram and electrocardiography equipment
- Amazing ability to set priorities and act in response to life threatening circumstances
- Strong physical abilities to lift, stand walk for prolonged periods
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a stressful environment
- Perform Adult Transthoracic Echocardiograms
- Strong 12 lead ECG
Affiliations
- Associate Member of Kenya Cardiac Society
- Associated Member of European Society of Cardiology
Certification
- Certified in ACLs and BLS by National Resuscitation Council of Kenya in association with American Heart Association
- Accreditation in Transthoracic Adult Echocardiogram by the European Society of Cardiology-Ongoing
Accomplishments
- Established a Primary Cardiac Centre in remote areas to be able to diagnose, manage and referral appropriately those requiring specialized care.
- Teach a quiet number of staffs and students how to perform ECG/ECHO and how to interpret results.
- Mentor and sensitize my colleagues and patients on risk of cardiovascular diseases.
- Conduct community screening for cardiovascular diseases.
- Visit primary and secondary schools for the purpose of screening for rheumatic heart disease and pupils and students.
Languages
- English
- Swahili
References
- Dr. ANTONY GIKONYO, INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST, THE KAREN HOSPITAL-NAIROBI, +254700535280, antonygikonyo@gmail.com
- Dr. ESTHER KIMANI, PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGIST, KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL NAIROBI, +254721499717, drekimani@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing piano
- Playing, coaching and watching volleyball
- Healthcare
- Community service
Timeline
CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST
Ministry of Health
07.2020 - 07.2024
CLINICAL OFFICER /PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
Vihiga County
07.2018 - 07.2020
CLINICAL OFFICER/PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN - INTERN
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
03.2017 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - CARDIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
THE KAREN HOSPITAL MEDICAL COLLEGE
DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL MEDICINE AND SURGERY -
KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE
KENYA CERTIFICATE IN SECONDARY SCHOOL -
KIROBON HIGH SCHOOL
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY SCHOOL -
KOIGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Certified in ACLs and BLS by National Resuscitation Council of Kenya in association with American Heart Association
- Accreditation in Transthoracic Adult Echocardiogram by the European Society of Cardiology-Ongoing
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