Rachel Bergeron, RDCS, RVT
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Determined, hard-working, team player cardiovascular sonographer performs exams using good judgment in scanning, photographing and documenting anatomy and pathology. Graduate of formal program with certification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and active ARDMS registry. Leverages ultrasound experience and strong clinical and analytical skills to assist physicians with exam interpretation. To seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient care by accurately performing cardiovascular diagnostic tests and providing timely results to physicians.
- Reduced examination times by developing proficiency in multiple scanning techniques such as echocardiograms, carotid duplex exams, and vascular studies.
- Optimized imaging quality with proper transducer selection and precise manipulation during exams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various cardiovascular conditions.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced echocardiograms.
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, treadmill stress tests, and stress echocardiograms.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through continuous professional development, enhancing overall quality of care.
- Balanced daily workload demands while prioritizing urgent cases requiring immediate attention.
Clerk/Transporter, Radiology Department
Thibodaux Regional Health Systems
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Safely transport patients from all departments to radiology for ordered scans and tests
- Clearly communicate the state of a patient to registered technicians performing exams.
Education
General, OB/GYN, Cardiac And Vascular Sonography
Florida Institute of Ultrasound
Pensacola, Florida09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, Louisiana05.2020
Skills
- Transesophageal echocardiogram experience
- 3D Echocardiography experience
- Doppler Ultrasound Knowledge
- Optison contrast administration
- Non-invasive vascular testing
- Stress testing competency
- Proficient in vascular sonography
- Continuous learning mindset
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking capacity
Affiliations
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- American Society of Echocardiography
Certification
- RDCS
- RVT
- BLS Certified
Machine Experience
GE Vivid E95 / GE Vivid E90 / GE Vivid E9 / Logiq P6 / GE Logiq P7 / GE Logiq P9 / GE Logiq E9 / GE Voluson S6 / GE Voluson S8
Timeline
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge
10.2021 - Current
Clerk/Transporter, Radiology Department
Thibodaux Regional Health Systems
11.2019 - 07.2020
General, OB/GYN, Cardiac And Vascular Sonography
Florida Institute of Ultrasound
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Nicholls State University
- RDCS
- RVT
- BLS Certified
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