Daniel Herrera
Summary
Experienced Cath Lab Rad Technologist with experience in working with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac diseases, also assisting in electrophysiology procedures. Experienced with scrubbing with cardiologists during procedures, and manipulating C-arm to obtain images. Currently pursuing "RCIS" certification. Looking to improve and expand knowledge by adding to skillset to become better member to healthcare team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cath Lab Rad Technologist
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with cardiologists to optimize procedural techniques and outcomes.
- Maintained sterile environment during catheterization procedures to minimize infection risk.
- Supported successful interventions by setting up devices such as balloons, stents, and pacemakers for proper use during procedures.
- Helped physicians complete cardiac catheterizations and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
- Operated advanced cardiac imaging equipment to assist in diagnostic procedures.
Cath Lab Rad Technologist
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Helped physicians complete cardiac procedures by assisting with procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, percutaneous coronary interventions, and pacemaker insertions.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, vital signs monitoring, and defibrillation.
- Maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science: Medical Radiography -
San Jacinto College
12.2023
Skills
- Spanish fluency
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Electrophysiology procedures
- Device implantation
- Peripheral Vascular Interventions
- Vascular closure
- Scrubbing during procedures
Certification
- ARRT RT Radiography (R) & Cardiac Interventional (CI)
- Texas Medical Board License: December 2023
- American Heart Association: ACLS February 2024, & BLS May 2025
- Mynx Vascular Closure Device: certified June 2025
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) currently pursuing.
Timeline
Cath Lab Rad Technologist
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Cath Lab Rad Technologist
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
01.2024 - 09.2024
Associate of Applied Science: Medical Radiography -
San Jacinto College
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