Michelle Eden
Philomath
Summary
Dynamic Certified Cardiac Technician with extensive experience at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Expert in electrocardiogram administration and rhythm identification, ensuring optimal patient care. Proven ability to operate sophisticated medical equipment while delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and precise health data management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Cardiac Technician
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Corvallis
04.2003 - Current
- Assisted in performing electrocardiograms for patient assessments.
- Maintained cardiac monitoring equipment for optimal performance.
- Prepared patients for tests by explaining procedures and answering questions.
- Recorded patient information accurately during examinations and tests.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure timely patient care.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a sterile environment during procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care and lifestyle changes.
- Supported administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing records.
- Performed electrocardiograms, Holter monitor tests, and stress tests on patients.
- Assisted physicians with complex cardiovascular cases requiring special attention.
- Identified abnormal rhythms on EKGs and other cardiac monitoring devices; reported findings to physicians immediately.
- Conducted stress tests utilizing treadmills or pharmacological agents under direct physician supervision.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving cardiac arrest or life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Operated a variety of sophisticated medical equipment including EKG machines, telemetry monitors, external pacemakers, defibrillators, and ventilators.
- Documented all activities related to patient care accurately.
- Monitored vital signs during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Calibrated medical equipment used in cardiology departments according to manufacturer instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient data related to cardiac testing.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Skills
- Electrocardiogram administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient preparation
- Rhythm identification
- Health data management
Timeline
Certified Cardiac Technician
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
04.2003 - Current