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Norma Jean Walker

Halifax,Virginia

Summary

I am an ambitious Cardiovascular Technician who's always ready to learn new skills and eager to contribute developed knowledge in my Sonographer role. Skilled in diagnostic imaging and patient education in hospital and outpatient settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiac Sonographer

Moses Cone Hospital
07.2023 - Current
  • Assessed conditions such as Aortic dissections, different types of cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, thrombi, and a multitude of valve disease with 2D, 3D,X-plane, Definity and strain technologies.
  • Assessed vegetation's, valve disease, appendages, dissections, along with function through Transesophageal Echocardiogram with 2D, 3D,X-plane, Definity.
  • Communicated daily with staff members to identify the most appropriate type of cardiac ultrasound evaluation for each patient.
  • Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with biomed department to refer equipment for repairs.
  • Sanitized and maintained each scope after each procedure use.
  • Completing each report after exam is ended.
  • Transferring to multiple sites, while memorizing each layout and protocol.
  • Working cohesively with a large diverse team to give each patient the upmost care.
  • Worked in both portable and outpatient setting

Cardiac Sonographer

Annie Penn Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • Assessed conditions such as Aortic dissections, different types of cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, thrombi, and a multitude of valve disease with 2D, 3D,X-plane, Definity and strain technologies.
  • Assessed vegetation's, valve disease, appendages, dissections, along with function through Transesophageal Echocardiogram with 2D, 3D,X-plane, Definity.
  • Communicated daily with staff members to identify the most appropriate type of cardiac ultrasound evaluation for each patient.
  • Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with biomed department to refer equipment for repairs.
  • Sanitized and maintained each scope after each procedure use.
  • Completing each report after exam is ended.
  • Transferring to multiple sites, while memorizing each layout and protocol.
  • Working cohesively with a large diverse team to give each patient the upmost care.
  • Worked in both portable and outpatient setting

Cardiac Sonographer

Westly Long Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Assessed conditions such as Aortic dissections, different types of cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, thrombi, and a multitude of valve disease with 2D, 3D,X-plane, Definity and strain technologies.
  • Communicated daily with staff members to identify the most appropriate type of cardiac ultrasound evaluation for each patient.
  • Verified functionality of ultrasound equipment and worked closely with biomed department to refer equipment for repairs.
  • Completing each report after exam is ended.
  • Transferring to multiple sites, while memorizing each layout and protocol.
  • Working cohesively with a large diverse team to give each patient the upmost care.
  • Worked in both portable and outpatient setting

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sentara Halifax Outpatient Echo
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in an outpatient setting.
  • Completed full echocardiograms.
  • Worked with GE equipment, selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.
  • Assisted with exercised based stress tests.

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

All Rudimentary Technique's Used
04.2022 - 08.2023


At every site I have had the pleasure of working with these are the tasks I have always completed.

  • Set machine parameters and adjusted during exams.
  • Keeping machine hygienic and noticing any abnormal functioning
  • Prepared and assessed patients, reviewing documentation and medical history.
  • Helped patients feel at ease and monitored behaviors throughout examinations to maintain safety and comfort.
  • Maintained inventory and supply levels for gel, ecg tabs, and other medical items.
  • Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
  • Adjusted patient positions to obtain best sites and angles to obtain necessary information from each scan.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Decided appropriate length and scope of scans by discussing needs with clinicians and monitoring findings during examinations.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
  • Took patient medical history and answered preliminary questions regarding procedure.
  • Prepared all rooms in outpatient settings, keeping them hygienic and organized

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health - Martinsville
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Worked in a outpatient and inpatient setting using portable techniques.
  • Completed exams for carotids, abi, upper extremity venous, lower extremity venous.
  • Worked with GE and philips equipment, selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.


Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health Hospital Vein Center
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Worked with Acuson equipment, selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.
  • Completed venous insufficiency exams, along with sterile technique.
  • Observed ablations.


Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Cone Drawbrige
03.2023 - 04.2023
  • Completed complete echocardiograms, with protocol including strain of both ventricles, dynamic heart model, xplane, definity, along with normal measurements.
  • Worked with newest philips equipment , including x5 1c probe allowing dynamic heart model capabilities, selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.


Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Vascular Lab
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Worked with Philips equipment, and linear, curvilinear, and different frequency probes selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in trauma rooms, emergency rooms, nic icu and patients' bedsides.
  • Completed exams including, full segmental, Carotid, Upper and Lower extremity venous, Upper and Lower Extremity arterial.
  • Partial Exams include Renal doppler, Trans cranial doppler, Liver doppler

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Carilion Crystal Springs Vascular
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Worked with Philips equipment, and linear, curvilinear, and different frequency probes selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in an outpatient setting.
  • Completed exams including, full segmental, Carotid, Upper and Lower extremity venous, Upper and Lower Extremity arterial, limited studies to asses stents.
  • Partial Exams include Renal doppler

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Unc Rockingham
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked in a outpatient and inpatient setting using portable techniques.
  • Completed exams for carotids, abi, upper extremity venous, lower extremity venous, full echocardiogram.
  • Worked with GE equipment, selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sentara Halifax Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Worked in a outpatient and inpatient setting using portable technique
  • Completed echocardiograms.
  • Observe and assist with preparation transesophageal Echo
  • Worked with GE , selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health Hospital Danville
04.2022 - 05.2022
  • Worked in a outpatient and inpatient setting using portable technique
  • Completed echocardiograms.
  • Observe and assist with preparation transesophageal Echo.
  • Observed pharmaceutical stress tests
  • Worked with GE , selecting appropriate settings and documenting all findings.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Sonography

Sovah Health- School of Health Professions
08.2023

Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) -

ARMDS
04.2023

Adult Cardiac Registry
Pending
09.2024

GED -

Southside Virginia Community College
06.2014

Skills

  • Diagnostic imaging in cardiac and vascular
  • Identifying and Understanding Pathologies
  • Communication Skills
  • Machine maintenance and sanitization
  • HIPAA Compliance and Understanding
  • Multitasking and Flexible
  • Patient education and Safety
  • Critical thinking Skills and Detail Orientated Mindset
  • Team Cohesion Skills
  • Reviewing and Processing Patient Information

Timeline

Cardiac Sonographer

Westly Long Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Cardiac Sonographer

Annie Penn Hospital
12.2023 - Current

Cardiac Sonographer

Moses Cone Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health - Martinsville
05.2023 - 06.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health Hospital Vein Center
05.2023 - 06.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Cone Drawbrige
03.2023 - 04.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Vascular Lab
01.2023 - 02.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Carilion Crystal Springs Vascular
01.2023 - 02.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sentara Halifax Outpatient Echo
10.2022 - 12.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Unc Rockingham
09.2022 - 10.2022

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sentara Halifax Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

All Rudimentary Technique's Used
04.2022 - 08.2023

Cardiovascular Sonography Student

Sovah Health Hospital Danville
04.2022 - 05.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Sonography

Sovah Health- School of Health Professions

Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) -

ARMDS

Adult Cardiac Registry

GED -

Southside Virginia Community College
Norma Jean Walker