Joshua Upshaw
tucson,AZ
Summary
Cardiac sonography student trained in echocardiogram analysis and ultrasound imaging. Competent in 3D imaging and image optimization for consistent, accurate cardiac assessment support through thorough documentation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Echo Sonographer student
TMC
Tucson, Arizona
07.2026 - Current
- Provided echocardiogram analysis to support cardiac anatomy, physiology, pathology, and hemodynamic assessment.
- Completed M-mode, Doppler flow studies, cross-sectional imaging, 3D imaging, color flow mapping, and spectral analysis.
- Conducted agitated saline bubble studies.
- Assisted in transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) procedures, enhancing accuracy of cardiac assessments.
- Delivered accurate ultrasound diagnostic imaging for patients across all age groups.
- Generated preliminary reports with initial interpretations to inform clinical decision-making.
- Communicated findings to cardiologists and other physicians.
- Supported medical staff in maintaining diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning.
- Supported patient diagnostics in intensive care unit (ICU) and catheterization lab, facilitating timely interventions.
Patient Transporter
TMC
tucson, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Tracked vital signs throughout transport to assist in medical assessments. during transport based on physician orders.
- Verified patient identity before transport using hospital procedures.
- Spoke with nurses, technicians, and clerks about transport needs.
- Recorded completed transports and updated patient movement logs.
- Answered staff requests for assistance quickly and appropriately.
- Assisted with transferring deceased bodies from the hospital unit to the morgue with respect and dignity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cardiac Sonography
Arizona Heart Foundatiom
Tucson, AZ10-2026
Skills
- Echocardiography methods
- Cardiac structure analysis
- Ultrasound proficiency
- 3D imaging
- Stress echocardiography
- Contrast echocardiography
- TEE assistance
- Patient assessment techniques
- Diagnostic reasoning
- Patient care
- Patient assessment techniques
- patient care
Certification
- BLS
hobbys
- wood work
- video/audio production & editing
- anatomical & physiological studies
- fishing/camping
- photography/videography
- DIY projects
- learning new skills
Timeline
Echo Sonographer student
TMC
07.2026 - Current
Patient Transporter
TMC
02.2025 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Cardiac Sonography
Arizona Heart Foundatiom