Olivia McDermott
Troy,OH
Summary
Exceptional Cardiovascular Technologist offering more than 4 years' working with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Echocardiographer
Miami Valley Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe and orderly procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and film storage areas.
- Set up and adjusted imaging equipment and manually maneuvered transducers to perform exams.
- Performed routine and complex studies and assisted in variety of imaging procedures.
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough and accurate echocardiograms for timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop customized treatment plans for patients with cardiovascular issues.
- Promoted patient comfort during procedures, explaining process step-by-step and addressing concerns.
- Assisted in multiple different kinds of procedures working directly with cardiologists ex: transesophogeal echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, watchman procedures, angiovac, pericardiocentesis etc.
- Assisted in training new echocardiographers, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved skill development.
Vascular Technologist
St. Ritas Medical Center
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Worked full time at a busy vascular imaging lab with two other certified technologists
- Would see multiple inpatients and outpatients in a day.
- Worked in direct contact with radiologist and physicians throughout hospital.
- Developed comprehensive reports for each examination conducted, outlining key findings to assist physicians in making informed decisions regarding treatment plans.
- Had responsibility of overseeing multiple sonography students from Kettering University and Owens Community College. This includes signing off on their scanning tests and reporting back to their program supervisor through their student reporting system.
- Upheld patient privacy and confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations through secure handling of medical records and sensitive information.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in all vascular studies performed.
Vascular Technologist
Mount Carmel Health Systems
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Was hired into cardiovascular imaging lab at completion of externship.
- Improved imaging techniques through ongoing education on advancements in vascular sonography technology and best practices.
- Worked as a healthcare professional during coronavirus pandemic.
- It was fast paced inpatient and outpatient facility.
- Oversaw our schedule, patients, and independent reporting.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in all vascular studies performed.
Vascular Technologist Student
Mount Carmel Health Systems
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Successfully completed 1,400 hours of clinical education in vascular sonography under the supervision of credentialed vascular sonographers
- Gained experience in the examination of veins and arteries including carotid exams, upper and lower arterial exams, upper and lower venous exams, venous mapping, and use of physiologic equipment.
- I completed this amount of clinical education while completing my courses for my degree.
Education
Vascular Sonography Program -
Bachelor of Science - Sonography
University of Findlay
01.2019
Skills
- Ultrasound Equipment Operation
- Intracardiac echocardiography
- Image Optimization
- Cardiac anatomy knowledge
- Contrast echocardiography
- Patient Positioning Techniques
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic Charting
- Documentation
- Patient Relations
- Vascular Ultrasound
Certification
- Registered Vascular Technologist, ARDMS, 254277
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
- Sonography Principles and Instrumation
Personal Information
Title: Registered Vascular Technologist
Volunteer Experience
Organizer, West Ohio Food Bank, 11/2019, 12/2019, Lima, Ohio, I volunteered at the food bank around the holidays to organize and hand out food and gifts to needy families in the surrounding
area.
References
- Cierra Smith, Supervisor, cierra.smith@mchs.com, +1(614)999-8721
- Staci Cultice, Supervisor, staci.cultice@mchs.com, +1(419)890-3851
- Jim Baun, University of Findlay Professor, jimbaun@gmai.com, +1(415)595-6730
Timeline
Echocardiographer
Miami Valley Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Vascular Technologist
St. Ritas Medical Center
11.2020 - 02.2022
Vascular Technologist
Mount Carmel Health Systems
12.2019 - 11.2020
Vascular Technologist Student
Mount Carmel Health Systems
05.2019 - 12.2019
Vascular Sonography Program -
Bachelor of Science - Sonography
University of Findlay
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