Denise Thomas
New Port Richey
Summary
Results-driven echocardiographer and sonographer recognized for strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experienced in conducting comprehensive cardiac assessments and providing critical imaging support to physicians, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Echocardiographer, vascular sonographer
Heart Care 360 and Vein Center
New Port Richey
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and structure.
- Provided detailed images of blood vessels and their structures for diagnosis by physicians.
- Analyzed images to identify abnormalities and discussed findings with physicians.
Ultrasonographer
Excel Imaging
New Port Richey
02.2021 - Current
- Operated ultrasound equipment to conduct patient imaging procedures.
- Documented ultrasound findings accurately in patient records and systems.
- Assisted radiologists in performing interventional procedures such as biopsies or drainage catheter placements using ultrasound guidance.
Ultrasonographer, echocardiographer
Ramapo Diagnostic Imaging
Monroe
04.2012 - 11.2020
- Operated ultrasound equipment, ensuring proper settings and functionality during procedures.
- Assisted radiologists in performing interventional procedures such as biopsies or drainage catheter placements using ultrasound guidance.
- Made independent decisions about appropriate length and scope of examinations based on physician directives and findings during scans.
- Performed comprehensive echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and structure.
Ultrasound Supervisor, and echocardiographer
River Radiology
Kingston
01.2008 - 04.2012
- Supervised daily ultrasound operations to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Conducted monthly meetings with staff to discuss current issues and challenges.
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses.
- Performed echocardiograms, including M-mode and Doppler studies, on patients of all ages.
Ultrasound Manager
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Poughkeepsie
10.2005 - 01.2008
- Managed daily operations of ultrasound department to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Trained and supervised ultrasound technicians on equipment usage and patient care techniques.
- Assisted with the recruitment, selection and orientation of qualified sonographers.
- Maintained a budget for the ultrasound department and monitored expenses.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed policies and procedures for the ultrasound department.
- Created annual training plans for sonographers based on best practices.
Education
Ultrasonography
St Peter's Hospital
Albany06-1979
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, New York, NY05-1978
Skills
- Echocardiogram analysis
- Cardiac assessment
- Ultrasound operation
- Medical protocol adherence
- Vascular ultrasound
- Echocardiogram interpretation
Timeline
Echocardiographer, vascular sonographer
Heart Care 360 and Vein Center
10.2025 - Current
Ultrasonographer
Excel Imaging
02.2021 - Current
Ultrasonographer, echocardiographer
Ramapo Diagnostic Imaging
04.2012 - 11.2020
Ultrasound Supervisor, and echocardiographer
River Radiology
01.2008 - 04.2012
Ultrasound Manager
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
10.2005 - 01.2008
Ultrasonography
St Peter's Hospital
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Hudson Valley Community College