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Christena Shives

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced echo and vascular technologist with 10+ years of experience. Organized and dependable with good communication skills with cardiologists, medical staff and patients.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Echo Vascular Sonographer

MedSmart
04.2013 - Current
  • Performed routine and complex studies in clinical and hospital settings.
  • Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and relayed information to cardiologists.
  • Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against normal limits to detect abnormalities.
  • Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart echos, bubble studies and transesophageal echocardiograms.
  • Clinical instructor for College of Southern Nevada students, where I would observe and help students develop skills and knowledge to be a future echo tech.
  • Work locations included- Centennial Hills Hospital, Summerlin Hospital, Nevada Heart and Vascular, and Intermountain Healthcare (previously Healthcare Partners).

Casino Table Games Dealer

MGM Grand Casino
12.2005 - 05.2014
  • Maintained fast, smooth game pace by efficiently handling card. chips, and money.
  • Assisted players with placing bets, educating on game rules to increase understanding.
  • Answered players questions and resolved disputes to provide excellent customer service.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
05.2013

Skills

  • Quality Patient Care
  • Performing Detailed Echocardiograms and Vascular Studies
  • Medical Terminology
  • Communicates Regularly, Clearly and Effectively with Cardiologists and Other Medical Staff

Certification

  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Songrapher (RDCS) with ARDMS
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Echo Vascular Sonographer

MedSmart
04.2013 - Current

Casino Table Games Dealer

MGM Grand Casino
12.2005 - 05.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

College of Southern Nevada

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