Gricelda Sifuentes
Beaumont,TX
Summary
To obtain and secure a cardiac sonographer position that will allow me to utilize the education and scanning techniques I have learned in school and clinic to provide opportunities for further development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Office Receptionist
Dr. David Smith, D.D.S.
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Promoted a positive office environment through excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times.
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while simultaneously managing phone lines, reception area cleanliness, and general administrative duties.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, dental staff, and insurance providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
Dental Office Receptionist
Dr. David M. Caldwell, D.D.S.
09.2007 - 05.2012
- Acted as a liaison between patients and dental professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans, billing issues, or insurance coverage.
- Provided exceptional support to dentists during busy periods by taking on additional administrative tasks such as ordering supplies.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Understood dental terminology and insurance breakdowns to communicate with external stakeholders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography, CAAHEP Accredited
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX12.2024
Skills
- Performed a multitude of transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) USING 2D, Doppler (Color, PW, CW), and M-mode
- Observed transesophageal echocardiograms (TTE) and heart surgeries
- Assisted in treadmill and pharmacological stress echos and tests
- Observed carotid artery ultrasound testing
- Near successful completion of a one-year clinical internship while attending a CAAHEP approved Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program
- Recognize normal and abnormal sonographic findings
- Understanding of ultrasound physics, ultrasound ergonomics, and proper patient moving and breathing techniques
- Ability to verify patient identity, patient medical history, and records while assuring patient privacy and comfort at all times
- Detail-oriented and proficient in writing and verbal communication
- Outstanding at building and maintaining effective working relationships with the health care team and public
- Highly motivated to increase my level of knowledge and scanning skills in this field, including new procedures as they develop
- Equipment utilized: GE Vivid S70, Philips Affinity 70, Philips Epiq 7, Hitachi Aloka, GE Vivid E90, Philips IE33
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Scheduled for the Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Examination SPI-ARDMS-American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography on October 2, 2024.
- Plan to take the Adult Echocardiography Registry Examination AE(RDCS)-Adult Echocardiography credential from the ARDMS in November 2024.
Additional Information
Melissa Mann 409-893-0808
Grace Welch. 337-802-3048
Brooklyn Bordonaro. 281-881-6948
Timeline
Dental Office Receptionist
Dr. David Smith, D.D.S.
03.2021 - 12.2021
Dental Office Receptionist
Dr. David M. Caldwell, D.D.S.
09.2007 - 05.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography, CAAHEP Accredited
Lamar Institute of Technology
- Scheduled for the Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Examination SPI-ARDMS-American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography on October 2, 2024.
- Plan to take the Adult Echocardiography Registry Examination AE(RDCS)-Adult Echocardiography credential from the ARDMS in November 2024.
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