Hector Huerta
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
To secure a challenging externship that allows me to apply my expertise as a Cardiovascular Sonography student with a background as a pharmaceutical Compounder. I am eager to learn, take on new challenges, and responsibilities to meet department goals. Ability to perform in multiple work settings. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving Patient satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Echo /Vascular Sonographer
Epic Cardiology
09.2024 - Current
- Provided thorough documentation of exam findings, aiding physicians in making informed decisions regarding patient care plans.
- Performed routine and complex studies and assisted in variety of imaging procedures.
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
- Conducted stress echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac response under strain conditions for diagnostic purposes.
- Set up and adjusted imaging equipment and manually maneuvered transducers to perform exams.
Pharmacy Technician
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste materials following institutional policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
- Ensured patients received timely therapy by accurately interpreting physician orders for IV medications and communicating any discrepancies promptly.
Pharmacy Technician
Elements Pharmacy
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized compounding environment, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols and regulations
- Troubleshot complex formulations under pharmacist supervision when standard procedures did not produce desired results
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from nurses and healthcare providers
- Properly clean and maintain sterile compounding area as well as logging all cleaning activities and temperatures daily
- Dispense all narcotics and accurately keep track of narcotics history and inventory
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Adventist Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Translate consultations
- Communicate with nurses and doctors to ensure medications and I.V.s are properly prepared and delivered accordingly
- Prep chemotherapy I.V.s for compounding according to scheduled times
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
Pharmacy Technician
USC Medical Plaza
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Compounded medications for all discharge patients
- Held meetings with different manufacturers to stay informed on new ingredients, price quotes and new formulas
- Trained new hires on compounding procedures and protocols
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Los Angeles, CA02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
California State University - Los Angeles
Northridge, CA05.2015
Skills
- Demonstrate a commitment to the field of Cardiovascular Sonography, including:
○ Vascular Sonography
○ Diseases of the heart
○ Preventative and screening protocols
- Skilled in protocol including 2D M-Mode and Spectral Doppler of echocardiography including PW & CW with the ability to recognize anatomy and pathology
- Trained in problem-solving techniques in the basic concepts and principles of physical science
- Utilize appropriate positioning and techniques for various protocols to ensure accurate imaging
Certification
- Sonography Principles and Instruments (SPI) Pending
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- CPhT, 150335
Machines
- Phillips GE Logic
- GE Vivid E & GE 7
- Acuson Sequoya 512
- Samsung HS60 PACS Ultralinq
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Echo /Vascular Sonographer
Epic Cardiology
09.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Elements Pharmacy
05.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Adventist Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2021
Pharmacy Technician
USC Medical Plaza
02.2018 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
California State University - Los Angeles
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