Teresa Yates
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Knowledgeable and meticulous healthcare team member with proven history of success in performing tests and supporting physician procedures to assisting with diagnosis and treatment of different cardiovascular concerns. Positive and upbeat communicator with observant nature. Professionally trained with 35 years experience with CCI credentials, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with very strong clinical and people skills. Great ability to adapt to sudden changes and requests while keeping a positive attitude. I love learning new things to make me the best sonographer that I can be. I love my patients and pride myself in their care and well being.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
NCHV/ Cary/Holly Springs
Cary, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Performed detailed echocardiographic examinations to assess cardiac anatomy and function, utilizing both M-mode and two-dimensional imaging.
- Identified and documented abnormal findings of the cardiovascular system on patient's medical records.
- Analyzed images for accurate diagnosis of cardiac abnormalities in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted physicians in interpreting results of noninvasive studies by providing detailed information about patient's condition.
- Prepared patients for ultrasound exams by explaining procedure, obtaining informed consent and positioning patient correctly.
- Utilized Doppler technology to measure blood flow throughout the heart muscle and its associated vessels.
- Maintained high quality standards of care by adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines set forth by the American Society of Echocardiography.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to exams in order to understand individual needs better.
- Completed cardiovascular stress tests, contrast echos, bubble studies and echocardiograms.
- IV insertion for contrast studies
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
UNC Rex, NCHV-Capital Heart
Raleigh, NC
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed detailed echocardiographic examinations to assess cardiac anatomy and function, utilizing both M-mode and two-dimensional imaging.
- Identified and documented abnormal findings of the cardiovascular system on patient's medical records.
- Analyzed images for accurate diagnosis of cardiac abnormalities in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted physicians in interpreting results of noninvasive studies by providing detailed information about patient's condition.
- Prepared patients for ultrasound exams by explaining procedure, obtaining informed consent and positioning patient correctly.
- Utilized Doppler technology to measure blood flow throughout the heart muscle and its associated vessels.
- Maintained high quality standards of care by adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines set forth by the American Society of Echocardiography.
- Reviewed patient histories prior to exams in order to understand individual needs better.
- Completed cardiovascular stress tests, contrast echos, bubble studies and echocardiograms.
- IV insertion for contrast studies
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer II
Duke Triangle Heart Associates
Durham, NC
10.2002 - 10.2022
- Lead Echo Tech
- Perform 2D and 3D cardiac ultrasounds
- Place IV's for contrast imaging
- Perform blood draws for patient labs
- Assist in training Cardiac Ultrasound students
- Assist with ICAEL
- Manage scheduling for the echo techs
- Inspects and maintains cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
Cardiac Sonographer
UNC Hospitals
Chapel Hill, NC
03.1987 - 10.2002
- Performed 2D echocardiograms, Transesophageal echo's, Stress echo's and Dobutamine echo's on inpatients and outpatients.
- Placed IV's for patients needed for invasive procedures and Definity Contrast use.
- Trained all Cardiology Fellows that came through the lab
- Assisted with setting up and writing protocols for the lab
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Staff Development Technologist Supervisor
UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, NC
08.1980 - 03.1987
- Supervised clerical lab reporting staff.
- Developed training program for Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Trained all new incoming staff on how to use the system, which included doctors and nurses
- Phlebotomy on inpatients and outpatients, Adults and Pediatrics
Education
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High School
Chapel Hill, NC06.1977
Nursing
Peace College
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Performing Echos
- IV Placement
- Phlebotomy
- Training /teaching
- Good social Skills
- Good computer skills
- Organization skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Stress Echocardiography
- Interpretation Skills
- Contrast Scans Experience
- Vitals Monitoring
Affiliations
ASE- American Society of Echocardiography
NCUS -North Carolina Ultrasound Society
Certification
CCI-Registered Cardiac Sonographer, RCS #00102967
BLS
Timeline
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
NCHV/ Cary/Holly Springs
01.2024 - Current
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
UNC Rex, NCHV-Capital Heart
10.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Cardiac Sonographer II
Duke Triangle Heart Associates
10.2002 - 10.2022
Cardiac Sonographer
UNC Hospitals
03.1987 - 10.2002
Staff Development Technologist Supervisor
UNC Health Care
08.1980 - 03.1987
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High School
Nursing
Peace College
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