Robert W Day
San Diego,CA
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Rady Children’s Hospital of Orange County
Orange, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Administers echocardiograms, ensuring thorough assessment of congenital cardiac defects.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to analyze sonographic images, contributing to precise diagnostic outcomes.
- Conducted thorough maintenance and calibration of ultrasound equipment, enhancing reliability and functionality.
- Facilitated teamwork among healthcare providers to create tailored patient care plans that address individual needs.
- Conducted ongoing research and training in cardiac sonography to ensure adherence to the latest diagnostic standards and practices.
- Maintained and calibrated sonography equipment consistently, guaranteeing high-quality images for precise diagnoses.
- Conducted echocardiograms to assess cardiac conditions in pediatric patients.
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted echocardiograms to assess complex congenital cardiac conditions in pediatric patients.
- Assisted in the interpretation of sonographic images for accurate diagnosis.
- Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Lucille Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
Palo Alto, CA
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted echocardiograms to assess cardiac function in pediatric patients.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure accurate diagnostic imaging results.
- Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment for optimal performance.
- Assisted in preparing patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding.
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Dell Children's Medical Center
Austin, TX
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Educated families on procedures and post-examination care protocols.
- Documented patient histories and examination findings in electronic health records.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during ultrasound procedures.
- Adapted quickly to evolving technologies and practices in sonography.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on cardiac sonography techniques and best practices.
- Ensured high-quality images by routinely calibrating and maintaining sonography equipment, resulting in accurate diagnoses.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards by properly handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
Encinitas, CA
12.2010 - 12.2023
- Performed comprehensive echocardiograms to assess cardiac function and identify abnormalities.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop tailored diagnostic plans for patient care.
- Maintained and calibrated ultrasound equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Trained and mentored junior sonographers in advanced imaging techniques and protocols.
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
UCSD Jacobs Medical Center
San Diego, CA
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient medical histories, ensuring relevant information was considered when interpreting results.
- Expedited report turnaround time by promptly analyzing scan results and providing detailed reports to referring physicians.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
- Streamlined communication by effectively collaborating with cardiologists to discuss findings and develop treatment plans.
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
San Diego, CA
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
- Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
- Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
Skills
Continuous learning mindset
Adaptable to new technology
Quality assurance adherence
Body positioning and placement
Electrocardiogram interpretation
3D echocardiography
Intracardiac echocardiography
Collaboration with physicians
Medical terminology
Pediatric echocardiography
Stress testing experience
Cardiac anatomy mastery
Transesophageal echocardiogram
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Timeline
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Rady Children’s Hospital of Orange County
08.2025 - Current
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
02.2025 - 08.2025
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Lucille Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
08.2024 - 02.2025
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Dell Children's Medical Center
04.2024 - 07.2024
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
UCSD Jacobs Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2019
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
04.2015 - 07.2017
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
12.2010 - 12.2023