Crystal Richmond
Sharpsville,PA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Cardiac Sonographer with expertise in 3D echocardiography and a strong commitment to patient safety. A sonographer that is knowledgeable with heart anatomy and pathology. At Independence Health Care, I enhanced imaging processes during Trans thoracic echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, stress testing, transcatheter valve replacements, collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to optimize patient care. Known for attention to detail and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Independence Health Care
Butler, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted non-invasive cardiac ultrasound examinations to assess heart function and structure.
- Assisted in preparing patients for echocardiograms, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Operated echocardiography equipment, adhering to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to interpret ultrasound results and develop patient care plans.
- Conducted transesophageal echocardiograms alongside cardiology teams, enhancing imaging processes.
- Preforming imaging during Transcatheter valve replacements in invasive procedures.
- Preforming structural imaging for stress testing.
EKG Technician
UPMC Jameson
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated EKG machines to record and analyze cardiac activity for accurate diagnostics.
- Assisted in patient preparation, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to discuss patient results and contribute to care plans.
- Maintained equipment functionality through regular cleaning and routine maintenance checks.
CNA Health-care Agencies
Home Health Aid
Pennsylvania
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for diverse client needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during transfers and ambulation.
- Developed and maintained supportive relationships, fostering trust and communication with clients.
Education
National Certification - Electrocardiogram Technology
Boardman Training Center
Boardman, OHAssociate of Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Laurel Technical Institute
Hermitage, PA04.2025
National Certification - Health And Wellness Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07.2018
Skills
- 3D echocardiography
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Data entry and documentation
- Transesophageal echocardiogram experience
- Intracardiac echocardiography
- HIPAA
- Echocardiography expertise
- Contrast echocardiography
- Continuous wave doppler
- Vascular ultrasound proficiency
- Pulse wave doppler
- Image optimization techniques
- Cardiac anatomy mastery
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Patient safety
- CPR certification
- Decision-making
- Vitals monitoring
- Sterilization techniques
- Diagnostic imaging
- Patient assessment
Languages
American sign language
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Independence Health Care
08.2025 - Current
EKG Technician
UPMC Jameson
01.2022 - 11.2022
CNA Health-care Agencies
Home Health Aid
01.2014 - 01.2020
National Certification - Electrocardiogram Technology
Boardman Training Center
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Laurel Technical Institute
National Certification - Health And Wellness Administration
University of Phoenix