Thu Thao Dang

• Assisted in PVI (pulmonary vein isolation) procedures as well as concomitant cases with Watchman devices.
• Helped launch a new ablation catheter, introducing PFA (pulsed field ablation) technology to the staff and Physician.
• Performed in-services to lab staff on how to prepare the device.
• Actively involved in cases, guiding physician in proper usage and placement of catheters with in the heart.
• Collaborated with territory manager and local team on improving customer service and efficient techniques in the lab as well as maintaining a high standard of customer experience.

• Supported sales teams with expert product demonstrations in a clinical setting.
• Collaborated closely with physicians and surgeons to optimize patient care plans and ensure successful treatment outcomes.
• Accompanied surgeon to operating room to help during complex cases.
• Helped demonstrate proper use of atherectomy device as well as assisting with drug coated balloons, stents and spider wires.

Travel Radiologic Technologist that has worked in Cath Labs from Alabama, Louisiana and Florida.

• Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
• Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
• Scrubbed in and assisting physicians with instruments and wire handling during diagnostic and interventional procedures.

• Provided appropriate education for patient, families and other healthcare providers.
• Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during cardiac catheterizations, arteriograms, fistulagram, amd ash-spilt catheter insertions.
• Monitored patient comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
• Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
• Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.

• Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during cardiac catheterizations, arteriograms, fistulagram, amd ash-spilt catheter insertions.
• Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
• Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.

• Explained test procedure and supported patient throughout examination to help alleviate anxiety and concern.
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of radiology imaging tools such as digital x-ray equipment, computer-assisted testing programs and able to facilitate successful test outcomes.
• Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
• Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
• Conducted diagnostic and interventional procedures alongside physician.
• Experience in Cath Lab procedures as well as Watchman, TAVR, MitraClip, Impella, Tandem Heart, Ekos, IABP, Peripheral angioplasty, PFO/ASD closures, CTO, FFR/IRF/RFR, IVUS, OCT, Pericardiocentesis, Pacemaker/ICD placement, and lead revision.
• Support healthcare team in defibrillation and stabilizing patient during procedures.
• Ability to perform well under pressure in emergent situations.
• Works well with others and is self motivated.

• Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
• Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
• Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
• Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
• Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
• Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
• Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.