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Natalie R. Varland

Summerville,OR

Summary

Cardiac Sonographer with background in performing and interpreting cardiac ultrasounds, as well as assisting physicians in diagnosing heart conditions. Showcases strong technical skills, combined with comprehensive knowledge of the cardiovascular system and disease processes. Prior roles have consistently demonstrated ability to streamline workflow and improve patient care through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Previous work has resulted in improved diagnostic accuracy and efficiency within fast-paced healthcare environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Cardiac Sonographer

Grande Ronde Hospital
La Grande, Oregon
03.2025 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive echocardiograms for accurate cardiac assessments.
  • Maintained ultrasonic equipment ensuring optimal performance and safety.
  • Educated patients on procedures, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort.
  • Assisted in training new staff on echocardiography protocols and procedures.
  • Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.

Cardiac Sonographer

University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
12.2023 - 03.2025
  • Comfortable performing adult transthoracic, adult congenital, and transesophageal echocardiography.
  • Assessed images for diagnostic quality and identified any artifacts or technical errors.
  • Ensured accuracy in measurements taken during sonographic scans.
  • Assisted in training technicians, medical students and other staff members.
  • Collaborated with cardiologists to interpret echocardiogram results accurately.

Teaching Assistant

Oregon Institute of Technology
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Teaching assistant for the Oregon Institute of Technology.
  • In charge of evaluating and critiquing imaging assignments of cardiac sonography students.

Education

BA - Cardiac Sonography

Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR
06.2024

Highschool Diploma -

The Dalles High School
The Dalles, OR
06.2019

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Quality assurance adherence
  • Patient Centered Care

Certification

  • Basic Life Support- Red Cross, 2025
  • Sonography Principal Instruction Registry- 2021
  • RDCS Certification- June, 2024

Timeline

Travel Cardiac Sonographer

Grande Ronde Hospital
03.2025 - Current

Cardiac Sonographer

University of Utah Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2025

Teaching Assistant

Oregon Institute of Technology
10.2023 - 06.2024

BA - Cardiac Sonography

Oregon Institute of Technology

Highschool Diploma -

The Dalles High School