Maria Betanzos
Harper Woods,MI
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exercise Physiologist
Henry Ford Health
Livonia, MI
11.2023 - Current
- Assist in cardiac rehabilitation by providing instruction on proper use of equipment and monitoring patient vitals before, during, and after exercise sessions
- Provide patient education regarding exercise, cardiac health, diet, and lifestyle modifications
- Work as a health coach to provide counseling on physical activity and nutrition for Henry Ford Health's weight management program
- Maintain safety to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction
Cardiovascular Technologist
Corewell Health
Wayne, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Perform electrocardiographs and electroencephalograms for both in- and scheduled out-patients
- Place and instruct patients on their event or holter monitors to ensure optimal results
- Communicate with physicians, registered nurses, and other health professionals on patient reports and information
- Assist with various stress tests and occasionally in cardiac rehabilitation.
- Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, take messages, scheduled appointments, and transfer calls to appropriate departments or personnel
Clinical Cardiac Rehabilitation Internship
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked closely with cardiac rehabilitation patients in clinical setting to promote healthy exercise regimes for recovery from major health events
- Administered non-invasive cardiopulmonary tests (CPET/CPX), pulmonary function tests, and resting metabolic tests to patients
- Gave exercise and nutritional guidance to patients participating in the organization's weight management program
- Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation
- Explained and taught proper use of weights, exercise bands and other fitness equipment
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after exercise therapies
- Monitored patients heart rates and rhythms through computerized telemetry system during exercise
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08-2023
Skills
- ECG rhythm interpretation
- Collecting and documenting vital signs
- Patient education
- Active listening
- Communication and interpersonal
- Emergency response procedures
- First Aid and CPR
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Exercise Physiologist
Henry Ford Health
11.2023 - Current
Cardiovascular Technologist
Corewell Health
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Cardiac Rehabilitation Internship
Henry Ford Health
05.2023 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Wayne State University