Stephen R. Leonard RT(R)(VI)CI)
Mt. Juliet,TN
Summary
Exceptional Cardiovascular/Vascular/Neurovascular Technologist offering more than 12 years' working with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac, peripheral vascular and neurovascular disease. Specializing in care of patients undergoing PTCA, stent placement and stroke intervention. Highly motivated to provide technical and clinical support within the industry to ensure the best patient care achievable.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular/ Neurointervention Technologist
Summit Medical Center
Hermitage, TN
02.2019 - Current
- Utilized in scrubbing and monitoring cardiac and vascular procedures
- Assisted in starting the first neurointerventional stroke team
- First team in Nashville to utilize WEB technology for intracranial aneurysm
- Preceptor for new technologist
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth
- Created and managed knowledge base to offer staff immediate informational access to products, services, and intra-procedural expectations
Cardiovascular Technologist
Stonecrest Medical Center
Smyrna, TN
08.2017 - Current
- Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties
- Participate in special procedures as needed
- Active part of STEMI call team
Cardiovascular/Vascular Technologist
Tennova Medical Center
Lebanon, TN
10.2016 - Current
- Acted as lead technologist for the cardiac cath lab
- Utilized in scrubbing and monitoring diagnostic/intervention cardiac catheterizations, as well as device implants
- Mentored all staff in cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics, in addition to intra-procedural support
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices
- Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions
Cardiovascular/Vascular Technologist
Prince Georges Hospital Center
Cheverly, Maryland
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Utilized in scrubbing and monitoring all cardiac and electrophysiology procedures
- Took on lead technologist responsibilities, such as training, supply management, and radiation badges
- Played an integral role in the start of the peripheral vascular program
Cardiovascular Technologist
Aspirus Medical Center
Wausau , WI
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs
- Assisted in cardiac catheterizations and Device implants
Cardiovascular Technologist
Southern Hills Medical Center
Nashville, TN
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Assist the lab in scrubbing and monitoring cardiac procedures
- Took part in precepting new employees
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
Neurovascular Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
09.2010 - 07.2014
- Participated in a variety of interventional Radiology procedures
- Hand selected to the first neurovascular stroke team lead by Dr Jay Mocco and Dr Michael Froehler
- Scrubbed a wide range of Neuro procedures such as aneurysm coiling, WADA test, carotid stent, stroke intervention, AVM embolizations amongst others
- Provided intraoperative support for open craniotomies
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Radiologic Technology
Nashville General Hospital School of Radiology
Nashville, TN08.2007
Skills
- 12 years of Cardiovascular Intervention Experience
- 12 years of Peripheral Vascular Experience
- 5 Years of Neurointervention/Stroke Experience
- 10 years of precepting/training new staff in all aspects of the Cardiac and Vascular lab
Certification
ARRT Registered in Radiology; Expiration; March 2020
ARRT Registered in Vascular Intervention; Expiration: March 2020
ARRT Registered in Cardiac Intervention; Expiration: March 2020
BLS Certified; Expiration; June: 2020
ACLS Certified; Expiration; January: 2020
Timeline
Cardiovascular/ Neurointervention Technologist
Summit Medical Center
02.2019 - Current
Cardiovascular Technologist
Stonecrest Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
Cardiovascular/Vascular Technologist
Tennova Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
Cardiovascular/Vascular Technologist
Prince Georges Hospital Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
Cardiovascular Technologist
Aspirus Medical Center
06.2015 - 11.2015
Cardiovascular Technologist
Southern Hills Medical Center
07.2014 - 05.2015
Neurovascular Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2010 - 07.2014
Certificate Of Completion - Radiologic Technology
Nashville General Hospital School of Radiology
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