Harvey Burke
Memphis,OH
Summary
Dynamic Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist with extensive experience at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital. Expert in cardiac catheterization and patient care, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and facilitate interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and comfort during examinations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Technologist
Trustaff
11.2022 - Current
- Worked with several cardiologists to perform diagnostic cardiac exams and intervention.
- Assists in the set up and collection of heart function data as well as biopsy samples.
- Prepare and operate a variety of cardiac imaging equipment. Interpret information based on studies.
- Work with vascular and cardio thoracic surgeons to diagnose and treat issues with blood circulation.
- Skilled with every tool used in the day to day operations of a cardiac center.
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Explained test procedure and supported patient throughout examination to help alleviate anxiety and concern.
- Placed patient in correct examination position and made adjustments to facilitate accurate test results.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and notified physician of readings outside parameters to determine patient eligibility for testing.
- Demonstrated functional knowledge of various structural heart procedures including TAVR, Mitral Clip and Watchman to facilitate successful outcomes.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
CT Technologist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
X-ray Tech
St Francis Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN05.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Memphis Central High School
Memphis, TN08.1996
Skills
- Professional communication
- Radiation safety
- Contrast media administration
- Patient care
- Interventional procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Cardiac catheterization
- ECG rhythm interpretation
- Procedure preparation
- Medical equipment operation
- Equipment sanitizing
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Diagnostic procedures
- Written communication
- Vitals monitoring
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Sterile field management
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Equipment calibration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Technologist
Trustaff
11.2022 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2022
CT Technologist
Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2019
X-ray Tech
St Francis Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Memphis Central High School