Samantha Overbeck RCS, RVS
Humble
Summary
Dynamic Cardiovascular Sonographer with extensive experience at Ascension Sacred Heart, specializing in echocardiography and vascular sonography. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and streamline workflows, resulting in improved patient experience. Adept at collaborating with cardiologists and mentoring staff, ensuring high-quality imaging and adherence to safety standards. Proficient in both adult and pediatric echo and congenital echo as well as adult and pediatric vascular.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Ascension Sacred Heart
Pensacola, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Performed comprehensive echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function and structure.
- Assisted in the interpretation of ultrasound images for accurate diagnosis.
- Maintained equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating concerns and enhancing comfort during examinations.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to develop tailored diagnostic plans based on ultrasound findings.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for conducting cardiovascular imaging techniques.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of echocardiographic assessments.
- Contributed to the identification of life-threatening conditions through meticulous attention to detail during ultrasound evaluations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through continuous professional development, enhancing overall quality of care.
- Remained compliant with department policies, HIPAA regulations, and confidentiality requirements to protect patient privacy.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management strategies for complex cardiac cases.
- Performed wide range of related scans, duplexes and echocardiograms.
- Assisted in training new staff members on department protocols, ultrasound techniques, and equipment usage.
- Cultivated positive relationships with referring physicians by providing prompt, accurate, and comprehensive test results for effective treatment planning.
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Springhill Hospital
Mobile, AL
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving patient throughput and reducing wait times for echocardiograms.
- Advanced patient comfort during exams by utilizing effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy.
- Balanced daily workload demands while prioritizing urgent cases requiring immediate attention.
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- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management strategies for complex cardiac cases.
- Optimized imaging quality with proper transducer selection and precise manipulation during exams.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Cardiovascular Institute of Ultrasound
Mobile, AL01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Languages And Literatures
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2016
Skills
- Venous insufficiency assessment
- Critical thinking capacity
- 3D echocardiography
- Professionalism and ethics
- Transesophageal echocardiogram experience
- Abdominal vascular imaging
- Echocardiography expertise
- Quality assurance protocols
- Stress testing
- Pediatric echocardiography
- Vascular sonography proficiency
- Carotid duplex scanning
- Contrast scans knowledge
- Pulse volume recording analysis
- ASTRA TEE equipment maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CPR certification
- Pediatric vascular
- Structural heart: TAVR, MitraClip, TriClip, Watchman
- Equipment proficiency in GE, Phillips, and Siemens
- Bubble studies
- IV trained and certified
Certification
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer
- Registered Vascular Sonographer
- CPR
Timeline
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Ascension Sacred Heart
08.2022 - Current
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Springhill Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Cardiovascular Institute of Ultrasound
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Languages And Literatures
University of South Alabama