Derrick Fuentes
Longview
Summary
Compassionate and detail-driven Echocardiogram Technician with experience serving diverse patient populations, dedicated to improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes through precise imaging, quality control, and effective communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Echocardiogram Technician
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
Longview
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted echocardiograms on diverse patient demographics, including pediatric and adult populations.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Assisted physicians with transesophageal echocardiogram procedures.
- Achieved diagnostic accuracy through meticulous measurement capture during echocardiograms, enhancing diagnostic reliability.
- Supported physician diagnoses with comprehensive Doppler study findings on blood flow velocities and directional patterns, aiding in accurate patient assessments.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, reducing anxiety and fostering a more comfortable examination experience.
- Facilitated student learning of sonography techniques to enhance their practical skills.
Cardiac Sonographer (Clinicals)
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function and structure, ensuring accurate diagnosis.
- Maintained equipment calibration and performed quality control checks to uphold diagnostic integrity.
- Explained procedures to patients, addressed concerns, and provided reassurance to enhance patient comfort during exams.
Cardiac Sonographer (Clinicals)
Dallas Heart And Vascular
Duncanville
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Elevated patient care by accurately performing cardiovascular diagnostic tests and delivering timely results to physicians, facilitating prompt treatment decisions.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by conducting thorough patient assessments and reviewing medical histories prior to procedures, ensuring comprehensive understanding of patient conditions.
- Optimized imaging quality through targeted transducer selection and skillful manipulation during exams, enhancing diagnostic clarity.
Fulfillment Expert
Target
Dallas
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Achieved timely delivery of customer orders by meeting or exceeding daily picking and packing targets.
- Processed order requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments for dispatch.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices for fulfillment operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Concorde Career College
Dallas, TX11-2024
Skills
- Transthoracic echocardiogram
- Transesophageal echocardiogram
- Pediatric Echocardiograms
- Stress Echocardiograms
- Doppler ultrasound
- Quality control processes
- CPR certification
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient education
- Basic Life Support
- Professionalism and ethics
Certification
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Timeline
Echocardiogram Technician
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer (Clinicals)
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
Cardiac Sonographer (Clinicals)
Dallas Heart And Vascular
04.2024 - 09.2024
Fulfillment Expert
Target
12.2023 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Concorde Career College