Martha Yesenia Garcia
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
A newly graduated Cardiovascular Sonographer with an Associate of Science Degree and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Passionate about delivering high-quality echocardiographic care, with hands-on experience in diagnostic imaging, completing reports, and using advanced echocardiography equipment. Highly organized, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
Overview
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Work History
Externship
Huntington Hospital
Pasadena , California
07.2024 - 12.2024
Cardiovascular Sonography Extern (6-month Externship)
• Performed TTEs, bubble studies, post-TAVR, post-Mitral Clip, and post-Watchman assessments.
• Observed stress tests (pharmacological & treadmill) and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) to enhance diagnostic skills.
• Observed pediatric echocardiograms to expand diagnostic knowledge and techniques.
• Worked with patients in critical care unit (CCU), post-anesthesia care units (PACU), stroke unit, cardiac unit, and the emergency room to deliver echocardiographic care and ensure timely diagnostics.
• Completed 5-7 studies daily and collaborated with cardiologists to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatment plans.
• Maintained professionalism, communicated effectively with patients, and provided reassurance during exams.
• Proficiently operated GE Vivid 7, Samsung HS60, and Philips EPIQ systems and completed detailed diagnostic imaging reports.
Education
Associate of Science in Cardiovascular Sonography -
Smith Chason College
Skills
Transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), bubble & contrast studies, post-TAVR, post-Watchman & post-Mitral Clip echocardiographic scanning
Observed stress (pharmacological & treadmill) and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE)
Performed medical equipment maintenance and diagnostic imaging report completion
Communicated effectively with patients, providing reassurance during procedures and delivering education to enhance their understanding and care
Certification
• Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) RCS
• Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI)
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support (CPR/BLS)
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) – Pending
Equipment and software
- Acuson Sequoia 512
- GE Vivid 7
- Samsung HS60
- PACS Ultralinq
- Philips EPIQ
References
- Satenik Danielyan, RDCS
- Billy Liang, RDCS, RVT
- Barry Martin, RDCS
Timeline
Externship
Huntington Hospital
07.2024 - 12.2024
Associate of Science in Cardiovascular Sonography -
Smith Chason College