Emily Kollman
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Structural Cardiovascular Technologist with 2+ years of hands-on experience supporting complex cardiac procedures, including coronary intervention, TAVR, TTVR, TMVR, MitraClip/TriClip, and LAA closures. Adept at collaborating with physicians, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise, communication skills, and product knowledge into a Clinical Support/Sales role within the medical device industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Cardiovascular Technologist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainesville , GA
01.2024 - Current
- Assist in structural heart procedures including TAVR, MitraClip/TEER, and LAA closure cases in a high-volume cath lab.
- Collaborated with interventional cardiologists, surgeons, and device reps to ensure seamless procedural workflow and optimized patient outcomes.
- Prepare and manage advanced imaging and interventional equipment, ensuring accuracy and efficiency during cases.
- Executed real-time troubleshooting for devices and equipment, reducing procedural delays and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Educated staff and new team members on procedural setup, device handling, and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled team environment.
- Maintain strict adherence to sterile technique, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
- Support vendor representatives during procedures, gaining in-depth exposure to product applications and clinical value propositions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA12-2023
Skills
- Structural Heart Procedures (Valve Replacacement, TEER, LAA Closure)
- Cardiac Catheterization Lab Support
- Hemodynamic Monitoring & Interpretation
- Fluoroscopy & Imaging Equipment Operation
- Sterile Field Preparation & Instrumentation
- Patient Preparation & Monitoring
- Cardiac Emergency Protocols
- Interventional Procedures
- Inventory & Device Management
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Documentation
Timeline
Structural Cardiovascular Technologist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Technology
Gwinnett Technical College