Bianca Hoskins
Senatobia,MS
Summary
Invasive Cardio Tech II/ Interventional Radiology Technologist (Specials) with an extensive 18 year span of experience at Methodist Healthcare, skilled in advanced invasive cardiac and interventional radiographic procedures and proficient in troubleshooting equipment. Recognized for training new associates and creating impactful monthly reports. Certified in ACLS and BLS, with a strong ability to interpret EKGs and ensure patient safety during critical interventions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Interventional Radiology Specialist
Methodist Healthcare
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborates closely with Interventional Radiologists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients, incorporating precise imaging and interventions for best results and outcomes
- Assign and archives diagnostic and interventional radiology studies/ procedures in Radiology PACS
- Educate and train staff by proving superuser support for new and upcoming computer applications
- Troubleshoots equipment and corrects error involving patient information in Radiology PACS
- Assist physicians, staff, and leadership with correcting patient information in PACS by providing superuser technical support
- Educated patients about their upcoming radiological exams, answering questions thoroughly while alleviating anxiety surrounding the process.
- Participates in continuing education courses by participating in current in-services relation to radiologic interventional and diagnostic imaging/ procedures
Invasive Cardio Tech II
Methodist Healthcare
02.2007 - Current
- Assist Cardiologist(s)/ Radiologist(s) in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, hemodynamic studies, percutaneous coronary interventions, balloon angioplasties and stent placements, thrombolysis and/ or thrombectomy, FFR/ DFR, IVUS, and all other peripheral/ arterial vascular interventions while performing duties and responsibilities proficient and efficiently
- Provide input and suggestions on diagnosing and treatment of various cardiac and vascular conditions
- Monitor, document, and ensure patient safety throughout procedures to aid in positive outcomes
- Evaluates/ initiates ACLS protocol in response to emergency situations
- Follow policy and procedure when documenting and creating procedure reports to be submitted and included in the patient's medical record
- Trained RN's in the Non-Invasive Lab and CVT's in the Cardiac Cath Lab
- Complete monthly Cardiology & Radiology statistics and report pertinent information in weekly inter-departmental meetings involving supply usage, productivity, and number of cases performed collectively and per Physician
- Responsible for assisting in the completion process of accurately billing procedures in Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Non-Invasive Procedures by way of Centricity and Epiphany billing applications
Non-invasive Cardio Services Manager
Methodist South Hospital
02.2007 - 09.2019
- Developed strong relationships with Cardiology physicians by creating efficient work routines that suited timeframes with maintaining accuracy and patient safety
- Introduced process improvements that created a closed loop communication process between treadmill and nuclear medicine in compliance with red rules
- Implemented best practices in workflow management to ensure timely completion of tasks without compromising quality
- Ordered supplies
- Troubleshooter for making sure all equipment was properly functioning before performing a stress test/EKG
- Networked with IT or IS to resolve any equipment issues
- Assisted in recruitment for the area when additional staff was needed
- Trained a new team of nurses to properly perform procedures within the area
- Performed monthly statistics for the purpose of productivity
Cardiovascular Technologist
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
06.2008 - 04.2011
- Assists in cardiovascular procedures in the cath lab by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring procedures under the supervision of the performing interventional cardiologist.
- Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of cardiac cath lab principals and utilizes the most appropriate technique for procedures and treatments
- Respond to emergent situations in compliance with ACLS protocol.
- Implements treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols and guidelines according to current competencies and scope of practice.
- Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures
- Completes assigned goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Northwest Community College
Southaven, MS05-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Northwest Community College
Southaven, MS05.2006
Skills
- Knowledge and technical skill set for diagnosis and treatment of various Cardiology and Radiology procedures
- Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions
- Create monthly reports for Invasive and Non-Invasive Areas of Cardiology and Interventional Radiology to inform leadership for productivity purposes
- Managed the Non- Invasive area and perform Non-Invasive procedures in Treadmill Lab such as EKG's, holter monitors, and various stress testing
- ACLS and BLS certification with the capability to interpret EKG's and recognize life threatening arrhythmias
- Preceptor of new associates in IR and Invasive/ Non-Invasive Cardiac Units
- Billing support for Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Non-Invasive procedure areas for accurate reimbursements
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Specialist
Methodist Healthcare
09.2019 - Current
Cardiovascular Technologist
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
06.2008 - 04.2011
Invasive Cardio Tech II
Methodist Healthcare
02.2007 - Current
Non-invasive Cardio Services Manager
Methodist South Hospital
02.2007 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science -
Northwest Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Northwest Community College
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