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Ruth Aldridge

Tuscaloosa

Summary


Experienced healthcare professional prepared for role with advanced knowledge in cardiovascular physiology and extracorporeal circulation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable in adapting to dynamic clinical environments while ensuring precision and safety. Demonstrated skills in operating complex medical equipment, patient monitoring, and emergency response.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Epic Cardiovascular
06.2017 - 09.2024
  • Responsibilities included Adult CPB, Autotransfusion, POC, IABP and Inventory Management
  • Mentored junior perfusionists in best practices and procedures, fostering a supportive professional environment conducive to learning

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Trident Health Resources
04.2008 - 05.2017

Provided Perfusion services to University of California Irvine and Capital Regional in Tallahassee, FL

Chief Perfusionist

Fresenius
05.2004 - 04.2008
  • Improved overall team performance by providing comprehensive training and mentorship to junior cliniciams
  • Reduced complications through meticulous monitoring of anticoagulation therapy, blood gas analysis, and other vital parameters.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional growth by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars related to perfusion technology while maintaining active membership in relevant professional organizations.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect among colleagues within the department.

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Fresenius
06.2000 - 05.2004

Adult CPB, Autotransfusion, IABP, POC and Inventory Management





Education

Bachelor of Science - Extracorporeal Technology

Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
05-2000

Skills

  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Quality assurance protocols
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Continuing education
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Anticoagulation management
  • Cardiopulmonary bypass management
  • Intra-aortic balloon pumping
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient safety
  • Electronic health records
  • Electronic charting

Timeline

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Epic Cardiovascular
06.2017 - 09.2024

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Trident Health Resources
04.2008 - 05.2017

Chief Perfusionist

Fresenius
05.2004 - 04.2008

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Fresenius
06.2000 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Extracorporeal Technology

Medical University of South Carolina
Ruth Aldridge