Levon Davis
Saint Albans,WV
Summary
Well-organized Cardiac Sonographer offering 2 years of healthcare experience. Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities.
Seasoned Cardiovascular Technologist with expertise in test methods and instrument use and laboratory policies and procedures. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Communicated daily with staff members to identify patients requiring ultrasound evaluation.
- Performed echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, segemental pressure test, TAVR, Watchman and Mitral Clips.
- Knowledge of using Epic/Hypersoace for charting/reporting
- Proficient in equipment: Philips iE33, Philips Epiq 7, CX500 portable, GE Vivid Q, GE Vivid E95
- Very proficient in performing stress echoes, M-mode, portable studies, heart lab, Infinity, RVIT, RVOT, Epic 7 ED mechanics and IVC
- Proficient in equipment: Toshiba, Philips, HP
- Provided direct patient care to newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatric populations
- Very experienced in all areas of peds echo exams
- Prominent experience in being a lead cardiac sonographer
- Manage ICAEL
- Maintain NICU designations metrics
- Attend biweekly department huddle and monthly committee meetings
- Competent with Stress test, Transesophageal, Watchman Device, Strain Imaging, and 3-D
- Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with [Type] department to refer equipment for repairs.
- Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
- Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Anesthesia Technician
CAMC Memorial Hospital
05.2009 - 11.2021
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Participated in consultations and preoperative assessments with anesthesiologists before surgeries.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Obtained detailed health history from each patient and conducted physical examinations to calculate exact dosages prior to anesthetic administration.
- Educated patients and families about procedures, risks and benefits of anesthesia.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography
BridgeValley Community And Technical College
Charleston, WV11.2021
Skills
- Report Generation
- Ultrasound Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Preparation
- Medical Charting
- Record keeping proficiency
- Transesophageal echocardiogram ability
- Cardiac anatomy knowledge
- Stress testing experience
- 3D Echocardiography
- Pacemaker assessment
- Echocardiography expertise
- Doppler interpretation
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
12.2021 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
CAMC Memorial Hospital
05.2009 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography
BridgeValley Community And Technical College
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