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Vernon Blake

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

I am a highly motivated and committed Registered Cardiac Sonographer with a proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workloads with little or no supervision. Detail oriented with a compassionate nature and a track record of upholding the highest level of patient satisfaction. Looking to implement skills in a dynamic clinical setting. In addition to having a working knowledge of the following imaging equipment, Phillips Epiq 5C, Phillips iE 33, GE Vivid 7, GE Vivid 5, HP 5500, HP 4500, HP 2500, HP 1000, ATL HDI 3500, Acuson Cypress, Acuson Sequoia, Acuson Aspen and Sonosite Elite, I also possess the ability to salutate in approximately fourteen languages.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiac Sonographer

Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital
2023.02 - 2023.12

Performed Adult Echocardiograms in 2-D, M=mode, Colorflow and Doppler.

  • Assessed Post TAVR Patients.
  • Used Definity Contrast Agent.

Cardiac Sonographer

Gulf Coast Medical Cntr & Metro Outpatient Clinic
2021.02 - 2022.05

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Colorflow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF’s Using Simpson’s Method of Discs
  • Assessed Post TAVR Patients
  • Pushed Own Contrast (Lumason)

Cardiac Sonographer

Moore Regional Hospital
2019.06 - 2020.12

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Colorflow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF's Using Simpson’s Method of Discs, Pushed own contrast (Optison), TAPSE, R Prime, Calculated Atrial Volumes and TDI.
  • Used Definity Contrast Agent
  • Assisted Doctors with TAVRs (designated TAVR Tech) on a weekly basis (2-3 cases per week).
  • Assessed Post TAVR patients

Cardiac Sonographer

Concord Hospital
2019.01 - 2019.04

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Color Flow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF’s Using Simpson’s Method of Discs, Pushed own contrast (Optison), TAPSE, R Prime, Calculated Atrial Volumes and TDI.
  • ·Used Definity Contrast Agent
  • Assessed Post TAVR Patients

Cardiac Sonographer

Froedtert Hospital
2018.06 - 2018.11

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Color Flow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF’s Using Simpson’s Method of Discs, Pushed own contrast (Optison), TAPSE, R Prime, Calculated Atrial Volumes and TDI.
  • Used Definity Contrast Agent
  • Assessed Post TAVR Patients

Carolina Medical Center Northeast

Concord Medical Center Northeast
2018.03 - 2018.05

Performed Adult Echocardiograms in 2-D, M-Mode, Colorflow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF's using Simpson's Method of Discs, TAPS, R Prime, Atrial Volumes and TDI.
  • Used Definity Contrast Agent.
  • Assessed Post TAVR Patients.

Cardiac Sonographer

Marietta General Hospital
2017.07 - 2017.08

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Colorflow and Doppler.

  • Calculated EF's Using Simpson’s Method of Discs, Pushed own contrast (Optison), TAPSE, R Prime, Calculated Atrial Volumes and TDI.
  • Used Definity Contrast Agent.

Cardiac Sonographer

Healthwise Diagnostics
2004.08 - 2016.05

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-D, M-Mode, Colorflow Doppler and TDI.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient coorperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist and Lab Manager.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment up to infection control standards.

Cardiac Sonographer

Heartwise Diagnositics
2002.07 - 2016.05

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-d, M=mode, Colorflow Doppler and TDI.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist.
  • Trained students on clinical rotations to perform Echocardiograms using correct protocol.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.

Cardiac Sonographer

North York General Hospital
2005.06 - 2006.05

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-d, M=mode, Colorflow Doppler and TDI.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by a physician.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.

Cardiac Sonographer

Southlake Regional Hospital
2003.04 - 2003.11

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-d, M=mode, Colorflow Doppler and Exercise Stress Echoes.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by a physician.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.

Echo Tech

Virginia Beach General Hospital
2001.05 - 2002.04

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-d, M=mode, Colorflow Doppler, Exercise Stress Echoes, Pharmacological Stress.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by a physician.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist.
  • Trained new staff to perform Echocardiogram and Stress Echoes according to appropriate protocols.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment up to infection control standards.

Echo Tech

Henrico Doctors Hospital (Transplant Center)
2000.03 - 2001.05

Performed Adult Echoes in 2-d, M=mode, Colorflow Doppler, Exercise Stress Echoes, Pharmacological Stress.

  • Escorted patients to examination rooms.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Welcomed follow-up patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last procedure.
  • Operated cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment.
  • Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.
  • Monitored ultrasonic patterns on soundwave display screen and captured high-quality readings.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by a physician.
  • Report significant information and changes in patient condition to Cardiologist.
  • Attended required training, education and meetings.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment up to infection control standards.

Education

Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Certificate

Ultrasound Diagnostic School
New York, NY
05.1998

Skills

  • Knowledge of EKG Rhythm Interpretation
  • Cardiac Sonography
  • Vascular Sonography (prior experience performing Carotid Duplexes, PVR's, Arterial and Venous Studies)
  • Electrocardiographic Rhythm Recognition
  • CPR

Timeline

Cardiac Sonographer

Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital
2023.02 - 2023.12

Cardiac Sonographer

Gulf Coast Medical Cntr & Metro Outpatient Clinic
2021.02 - 2022.05

Cardiac Sonographer

Moore Regional Hospital
2019.06 - 2020.12

Cardiac Sonographer

Concord Hospital
2019.01 - 2019.04

Cardiac Sonographer

Froedtert Hospital
2018.06 - 2018.11

Carolina Medical Center Northeast

Concord Medical Center Northeast
2018.03 - 2018.05

Cardiac Sonographer

Marietta General Hospital
2017.07 - 2017.08

Cardiac Sonographer

North York General Hospital
2005.06 - 2006.05

Cardiac Sonographer

Healthwise Diagnostics
2004.08 - 2016.05

Cardiac Sonographer

Southlake Regional Hospital
2003.04 - 2003.11

Cardiac Sonographer

Heartwise Diagnositics
2002.07 - 2016.05

Echo Tech

Virginia Beach General Hospital
2001.05 - 2002.04

Echo Tech

Henrico Doctors Hospital (Transplant Center)
2000.03 - 2001.05

Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Certificate

Ultrasound Diagnostic School
Vernon Blake