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Scott Helm

Jackson

Summary

Dynamic Cardiovascular Sonographer with extensive experience in multiple clinical settings, excelling in cardiovascular imaging, patient care, and report generation. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and manage time efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate patient assessments. Recognized for delivering critical findings that enhance patient care and support clinical decision-making.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mobile Cardiovascular Sonographer

All Stat Portable
Skokie
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted complete echocardiograms and vascular ultrasounds, including carotid, arterial, and venous assessments.
  • Drafted detailed preliminary reports to support physicians in ultrasound exam interpretation.
  • Transferred diagnostic images for interpretation from ultrasound equipment to company software using USB storage drive for each exam performed.
  • Coordinated with dispatch, ultrasound colleagues, and patients on exam schedules and arrival times.
  • Operated personal vehicle safely while utilizing GPS software for efficient patient location mapping.
  • Reported significant preliminary findings, such as deep vein thrombosis and new onset atrial fibrillaton to dispatch.

Ultrasound Technologist

Ultra X Imaging
Plymouth
02.2020 - 07.2024
  • Utilized diagnostic ultrasound equipment to obtain echocardiographic and vascular sonographic images for each patient.
  • Followed established protocols and procedures for every completed patient exam.
  • Coordinated schedule with dispatch staff at the end of each day to set up the following day patient exams.
  • Drove personal vehicle to each patient safely and used GPS app for patient location mapping
  • Reported significant findings to dispatch staff when reading physician needed to urgently interpret patient ultrasound exams.`

Cardiovascular Sonographer

Cardiovascular Clinical Associates
Farmington Hills/Livonia
07.2004 - 12.2019
  • Performed echo/stress echo/dobutamine stress echo exams as well as vascular ultrasounds including carotid, arterial, and venous.
  • Completed preliminary technologist worksheets of patient exam details and diagnostic findings.
  • Created preliminary exam reports for each cardiac/vascular study for physician interpretation.
  • Worked in all cardiology office locations as well as travelling to client offices (for provision of off-site vascular exams).
  • Communicated with interpreting physicians when significant findings were documented.
  • Collaborated with fellow sonographers on lab accreditation prep and some pre-authorization responsibilities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Ultrasound - Cardiac Specialty

Jackson College
Jackson, MI
05-2010

Associate of Applied Science - Ultrasound - Vascular Technology

Jackson College
Jackson, MI
05-2004

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Jackson College
Jackson, MI
12-2003

Skills

  • Patient preparation
  • Report generation
  • Stress testing experience
  • Cardiovascular imaging
  • Collaboration with physicians
  • Protocol development
  • Electronic medical records usage
  • Time management aptitude

Certification

  • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - ARDMS 2008 Reg.# 127748
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - ARDMS 2018 Reg.# 127748

Affiliations

  • Special Olympics Volunteer/Coach/Chaperone 1991 - 2011
  • Special Needs Sunday School Teacher at Harmony Baptist Church, Jackson, MI. 2003-present
  • Current volunteer and former member of Civitan Club of Jackson County for service projects/fundraisers

Timeline

Mobile Cardiovascular Sonographer

All Stat Portable
08.2024 - Current

Ultrasound Technologist

Ultra X Imaging
02.2020 - 07.2024

Cardiovascular Sonographer

Cardiovascular Clinical Associates
07.2004 - 12.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Ultrasound - Cardiac Specialty

Jackson College

Associate of Applied Science - Ultrasound - Vascular Technology

Jackson College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Jackson College

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