Tinbit Legesse
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly dedicated healthcare professional with a solid background in conducting tests and assisting with procedures to help diagnose and treat diverse cardiovascular issues. Well-trained in assisting physicians with the insertion of Temp pacer, Swan, IABP, Impella, ECMO cannula, Rotablator, CSI,RFR, IFR, IVUS(Boston,Phillips,OCT). Proficiency in assisting physicians with STEMI, LHC, RHC, high-risk PCI, CTO, vascular cases (AAA, EVAR, TVAR, TCAR), and structural cases, for example, TAVR, Mitral clip, Watchman, PFO, and VSD. Excellent bedside manner, with keen observational skills. Skilled Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist with relevant experience in cardiac catheterization procedures and diagnostic imaging. Strengths include understanding of complex medical equipment, ability to work under pressure during emergency situations, and strong communication skills for patient care. Previous roles have had significant impact on patient outcomes through accurate diagnosis and effective team collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist II
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
05.2024 - Current
- Troubleshot complex clinical problems within the cath lab environment.
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to provide exceptional patient care.
- Assisted physicians with cardiac catheterization procedures, including pre and post-procedure patient care.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies related to infection control, radiation safety, and hazardous waste management.
- Instructed patients regarding preparation for cardiac catheterizations and recovery following procedure.
- Administered contrast media and medications as directed by physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Set up and operated hemodynamic monitoring systems used in cardiovascular diagnostic testing.
- Maintained sterile field during all invasive procedures in accordance with safety protocols.
- Operated C-arm fluoroscopy machine to obtain images of heart anatomy for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in training new personnel on use of cath lab equipment and protocols.
- Produced contrast-enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular systems with help of diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Research Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Performed quality control checks on medical imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted physicians with cardiac catheterization procedures, including pre and post-procedure patient care.
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to provide exceptional patient care.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Maintained sterile field during all invasive procedures in accordance with safety protocols.
- Administered contrast media and medications as directed by physician orders.
- Operated C-arm fluoroscopy machine to obtain images of heart anatomy for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Reviewed patient history prior to procedure to ensure accurate interpretation of results.
- Troubleshot complex clinical problems within the cath lab environment.
- Set up and operated hemodynamic monitoring systems used in cardiovascular diagnostic testing.
- Inspected and calibrated instruments used in the cath lab according to established guidelines.
- Ensured proper functioning of all necessary equipment prior to beginning each procedure.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies related to infection control, radiation safety, and hazardous waste management.
- Instructed patients regarding preparation for cardiac catheterizations and recovery following procedure.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology Technology
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO05-2022
Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Physician Assistance
- Care Plan Implementation
- Radiation Safety
- Emergency Response
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Echocardiogram administration
- Professional Communication
- ECG rhythm interpretation
- CPR Certification
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Time management abilities
- Vitals monitoring
Certification
- Licensed RT(R)(ARRT)- 2022
- BLS/ACLS Training Bi-Annually
- ECG trained
- Manual hand injection training(manifold)
- Acist injection training
- Phillips IVUS superuser certification.
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist II
University of Kansas Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Research Medical Center
06.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Radiology Technology
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
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