JOSE POLANCO
Crestview,FL
Summary
Experienced Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) and Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with over 15 years in cardiac and vascular ultrasound. Expertise includes transthoracic and stress echocardiography, vascular duplex imaging, and image optimization. Demonstrates strong capabilities in patient positioning, protocol selection, and quality assurance, ensuring accurate diagnostics and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Sonographer
OKALOOSA HEART AND VASCULAR CENTER
Crestview, FL
12.2010 - Current
- Perform diagnostic cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations, including transthoracic echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, bubble studies, and vascular duplex studies.
- Acquire and optimize high-quality two-dimensional, Doppler, and color-flow images to meet established imaging protocols and enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Communicate preliminary findings and significant observations to interpreting physicians supporting timely diagnostic evaluation.
- Position and prepare patients, explain procedures, verify relevant clinical information, and maintain patient comfort, privacy, and safety throughout examinations.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain ultrasound equipment; coordinate service and repair needs to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
- Apply quality-control practices to promote consistent image quality, accurate documentation, and compliance with clinical standards.
- Assist with implementation of new ultrasound systems and training staff on equipment operation and imaging workflows, improving departmental procedures.
Staff Sonographer
FORT WALTON BEACH MEDICAL CENTER
Fort Walton Beach, FL
08.2009 - 08.2016
- Performed diagnostic ultrasound examinations in a hospital setting while supporting physician diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Acquired technically accurate images and maintained consistent examination quality across varying patient conditions and clinical needs.
- Prepared patients, explained procedures, followed safety protocols, and provided compassionate care throughout examinations.
- Facilitated implementation of new ultrasound equipment and imaging systems, enhancing departmental workflows.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on equipment operation and imaging procedures, improving proficiency in ultrasound technology.
- Monitored equipment performance and coordinated maintenance and technical support to ensure reliable imaging operations.
Ultrasound Sonographer
RAINA IMAGING INC.
Crestview, FL
06.2009 - 12.2014
- Performed mobile echocardiography, vascular, and abdominal ultrasound examinations, enhancing diagnostic capabilities across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Delivered patient-centered care by explaining procedures, addressing concerns, and ensuring comfort and safety during examinations, improving patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare professionals regarding imaging findings, examination quality, and additional diagnostic needs.
- Developed and implemented quality-control processes to support consistent image acquisition, documentation, and diagnostic reliability.
- Coordinated scheduling and equipment readiness with healthcare facilities, facilitating efficient service delivery and enhancing patient experiences.
Education
Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND
Pensacola, FLBachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
HERBERT H. LEHMAN COLLEGE
Bronx, NYSkills
- Cardiac Sonography
- Vascular Sonography
- Stress Echocardiography
- Bubble Studies
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Image Optimization
- Doppler and Color Flow Imaging
- Preliminary Findings Communication
- Patient Positioning and Safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Technical Problem Solving
- Staff Training and Onboarding
- Physician Collaboration
- Clinical Workflow Optimization
- Patient-Centered Care
- Strong Clinical Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability in settings
- HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality
Certification
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Vascular Technologist (RVT) American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR
Timeline
Staff Sonographer
OKALOOSA HEART AND VASCULAR CENTER
12.2010 - Current
Staff Sonographer
FORT WALTON BEACH MEDICAL CENTER
08.2009 - 08.2016
Ultrasound Sonographer
RAINA IMAGING INC.
06.2009 - 12.2014
Certificate - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
HERBERT H. LEHMAN COLLEGE