Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer professional with strong expertise in cardiac sonography, skilled in performing diagnostic imaging and interpreting results with precision. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and adapts effectively to changing clinical needs. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring accurate patient assessments and contributing to high-quality patient care. Proficient in utilizing advanced sonographic equipment and maintaining meticulous records.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications: RDCS AE & BLS AHA
Work History
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
Provided thorough assessments of patients medical history prior to examinations, ensuring appropriate testing methods were utilized based on individual needs.
Contributed to a collaborative work environment by effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Enhanced patient care by accurately performing diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations.
Promoted patient safety through adherence to strict infection control protocols during each examination.
Contributed to a patient-centered care approach by consistently exhibiting empathy and understanding during diagnostic testing procedures.
Maintained optimal equipment performance with regular calibration, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
Ensured accurate diagnosis by maintaining high-quality images during the acquisition process.
Administered Definity and Agitated Saline as needed/requested.
Served as a preceptor for sonography students.
Performed an average of 9-11 test per day
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Wakemed Heart and Vascular
07.2018 - 12.2023
Performed Transthoracic Echocardiograms, Treadmill Stress Echocardiograms, Carotid Dopplers and Abdominal Aorta ultrasounds utilizing ICAEL accredited standards
Administers Definity and Agitated Saline
Obtain relevant patient history
Thoroughly explain procedures and address any concerns or questions
Completed high quality exams using Philips Epiq and iE33 machines
Worked in tandem with cardiologist, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to provide preliminary reports and address pertinent ultrasound findings
Extensive Epic use includes changing orders, documenting Definity and LDAs, reviewing notes, previous images and other relevant tests
Orient and train new Sonographers
AGFA superuser.
Performed an average of 7-9 studies per day.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Johnston Health
08.2016 - 09.2019
Performed Transthoracic and Transesophageal Echocardiograms, Exercise Stress Echocardiograms, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms
Performed Carotid Dopplers, Upper and Lower Extremity Venous and Arterial Dopplers, ABI's, PVRS, Venous Insufficiencies, Vein Mappings and Fistula imaging
Performed pediatric Transthoracic Echocardiograms
Reported and documented all critical findings in a timely manner
Prepared extensive preliminary reports for physicians
Preceptor for sonography students
Epic superuser.
Performed an average of 9-11 studies per day.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Johnston Health
08.2016 - 09.2019
Performed Transthoracic and Transesophageal Echocardiograms, Exercise Stress Echocardiograms, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms
Performed Carotid Dopplers, Upper and Lower Extremity Venous and Arterial Dopplers, ABI's, PVRS, Venous Insufficiencies, Vein Mappings and Fistula imaging
Reported and documented all critical findings in a timely manner
Provided thorough assessments of patients'' medical history prior to examinations, ensuring appropriate testing methods were utilized based on individual needs.
Performed an average of 9-11 studies per day.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Mary Washington Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Performed Transthoracic and Transesophageal Echocardiograms, Exercise Stress Echocardiograms
Assisted in Watchman procedures
Provided thorough assessments of patients'' medical history prior to examinations, ensuring appropriate testing methods were utilized based on individual needs.
Ensured accurate diagnosis by maintaining high-quality images during the acquisition process.
Reduced wait times for test results by efficiently completing and submitting sonography reports to physicians.
Performed an average of 9-10 studies per day.
Administered Lumason and agitated saline as needed/requested.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Froedtert & MCW
04.2025 - Current
Provided thorough assessments of patients'' medical history prior to examinations, ensuring appropriate testing methods were utilized based on individual needs.
Ensured accurate diagnosis by maintaining high-quality images during the acquisition process.
Contributed to a patient-centered care approach by consistently exhibiting empathy and understanding during diagnostic testing procedures.
Enhanced patient care by accurately performing diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations.
Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
Administered Definity, Optison and Agitated Saline as needed/requested.
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