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Heath Rigdon

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Exceptional Cardiovascular Technologist offering more than 26 years' working with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Specializing in care of patients undergoing PTCA, stent placement and IABP placement.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Sonographer

Baptist Medical Network
09.2007 - Current
  • Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms and Stress Echocardiograms
  • Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
  • Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
  • Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Improved diagnostic accuracy by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on cardiac sonography techniques and best practices.
  • Ensured high-quality images by routinely calibrating and maintaining sonography equipment, resulting in accurate diagnoses.
  • Streamlined communication by effectively collaborating with cardiologists to discuss findings.
  • Delivered subject matter expertise to staff on topics relating to ultrasound examinations.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards by properly handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Continuously improved skills by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities and staying current with industry advancements.
  • Reduced appointment wait times by efficiently scheduling and managing sonography appointments for optimal workflow.

Cardiopulmonary Technician

United States Air Force Academy (Active Duty)
01.2004 - 08.2007
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, observations, treatments performed, resulting in thorough documentation for medical reviews.
  • Increased efficiency in the department by training new staff members on protocols and best practices for cardiopulmonary care.
  • Optimized patient scheduling by coordinating appointments with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
  • Monitored changes in patient conditions, performed assessments and implemented care plans in accordance with hospital standards.
  • Responsible for Doing All Cardiac Work-Ups on Air Force Academy Cadets wanting to be Pilots or Navigators
  • Facilitated Cadets that needed to see the Cardiologist regarding all Cardiac Testing I preformed that produced abnormal results
  • Supported diagnostic procedures through the accurate performance of EKGs, stress tests, and pulmonary function tests.
  • Responded to patient needs, supporting improvements in outcomes and experience.

Cardiopulmonary Technician

United States Air Force, (Active)Lackland, AFB, TX
07.1995 - 12.2003

*Worked in CCU, Medical ICU, Surgical ICU performing *Ventilation Management on Critical Care Patients

*Original Member of CCATT (Critical Care Air Transport Team) as Respiratory Therapist. Flew Air Missions in care of wounded military personnel in Afghanistan, Iraq, Africa, Bosnia as well as Stateside missions.

*Worked at various times in Echo lab, PFT Lab, Respiratory Therapist in ICU's

*Stress Echoes

*Dobutamine Echoes

*Intracardiac Echoes in Cath Lab

*Once a year as CCATT Member I went to the University of Cincinnati for 3 weeks to train and increase critical care skills with Head Trauma Surgeon in preparation for Deployment in the Middle East

Education

No Degree - Exercise And Sports Science

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

High School Diploma -

Perryton High School
Perryton, TX
06.1989

Skills

  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Adaptable to new technology
  • Holter monitoring competence
  • Quality Assurance adherence
  • Stress Echoes
  • Dobutamine Echoes
  • Intracardiac Echoes
  • Transesophageal echocardiogram ability
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Echocardiogram administration
  • Medical Charting
  • Cardiac anatomy knowledge
  • Collaboration with physicians
  • Medical terminology understanding
  • Patient preparation
  • Echocardiography expertise
  • Record keeping proficiency
  • EKG
  • Stress testing experience
  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Certification

  • RCS License - 2014-Present
  • CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician

RCS

Passed National Registry in Sonography passing Physics Exam and Cardiac Exam

Timeline

Cardiac Sonographer

Baptist Medical Network
09.2007 - Current

Cardiopulmonary Technician

United States Air Force Academy (Active Duty)
01.2004 - 08.2007

Cardiopulmonary Technician

United States Air Force, (Active)Lackland, AFB, TX
07.1995 - 12.2003

No Degree - Exercise And Sports Science

Texas Tech University

High School Diploma -

Perryton High School
  • RCS License - 2014-Present
  • CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician
Heath Rigdon