Wilfredo Velez
Bradenton,Florida
Summary
Talented Registered RCIS Cardiovascular technologist with 18 years experience in diagnostic and interventional Cardiac/Peripherals Procedures in search of expanding opportunity and New Role . Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Tech/ RCIS
Vista Cardiovascular Innovations
Bradenton, FL
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted surgeons with invasive procedures such as angioplasty or pacemaker implantation when required.
- Completed cardiac catheterizations to diagnose issues with function of heart muscles, valves and arteries.
- Prepared equipment for use in invasive cardiology procedures including setting up fluoroscopy machines, preparing contrast dyes, and ensuring sterile technique was used.
- Assisted physicians with surgical procedures and cardiac catheterizations.
- Produced contrast-enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular systems with help of diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Performed complex imaging procedures, such as angiography, to diagnose and treat diseases.
- Assisted with the insertion of medical devices into vessels for therapeutic purposes.
- Prepared sterile trays containing required instruments prior to each procedure.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
CVTII RCIS
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Venice, FL
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Responsible for Assisting the physician with all invasive and non-invasive Cardiovascular procedure performed in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory included but not limited to left and right Heart Catheterization, Diagnostic and Interventional Procedure, AICD, Pacemaker, Cardioversion and EP'S and assist in other areas of the laboratory. Assist the Vascular Laboratory with procedure such as TCAR, AAA and Peripheral interventions. Served as Preceptor for New Team members at the Cardiac Cath and Peripheral Laboratory.
Cardiac Cath Tech
Blake Medical Center
Bradenton, Florida
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Reviewed and documented patient histories and supporting clinical data
- Conducted necessary clinical procedures
- Obtained appropriate record of pathological anatomical and physiological relevant data for physician review
- Regularly performed cardiovascular diagnoses and therapeutic services without supervision
- Assisted physician in an array of complex and unique invasive cardiovascular procedures
- Collaborated with a cardiologist in performing cardiac invasive procedures
- Worked with and counseled patients and families in planning and achieving positive outcomes through evaluation assessing education needs and active diligence for improved care and health
- Prepared patients during critical procedures and implantation of pacemakers
- Monitored patient blood pressure and heart rate with appropriate equipment to ensure patient’s status was suitable for any procedure
- Served as Preceptor technologist for new hires guiding them through the process and challenges of being a new cath lab member.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Cardiac Cath Tech
Okyanos Heart institute
Bahamas
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsible for scrubbing, monitoring, Assisting the physician with all invasive and non-invasive cardiac and non-Cardiac procedures performed in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
- Harvesting of Stem cells and implantation
- Arterial and venous sheath removal, Inventory Maintenances.
Cardiac Cath Lab Tech
University of Miami Hospital
Miami, Florida
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Responsible for scrubbing, monitoring Procedures within the Lab including diagnostic Left and Right heart Cath, interventional procedures, peripherals studies, EP studies, AICD, pacemakers, PFO closure, Cardioversion and AIBP, Aortic, Valvuloplasty, Aortic Valve replacement and assist in other areas off the laboratory as needed.
Cardiac Catha Lab Technologist
Hillcrest Medical Center
Waco, Texas
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Responsible for Assisting the physician with all invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular procedure performed in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory included but not limited to left and right Heart Catheterization, Diagnostic and Interventional Procedure, AICD, Pacemaker, Cardioversion and EP'S and assist in other areas of the laboratory.
Cardiovascular Technician
Metro med
Miami, Florida
01.2004 - 01.2004
- Responsible for EKG, x-ray, Spirometry, phlebotomist on Adults and infants, Patient vitals, Holter monitoring, Blood pressure monitor, and Bone density procedure, Assist the doctor with Patient as needed.
Education
Associate Degree - Cardiovascular Tech
National School of Technology
12.2004
Skills
- Good Understanding of Human Anatomy
- Comfortable With Medical Equipment
- Ability to Interpret Diagnostic Imaging
- Communication Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Maintain Confident under stress situations
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Word
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Computer Skills
Certification
- RCIS
- BLS
- ACLS
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Lead Tech/ RCIS
Vista Cardiovascular Innovations
07.2023 - Current
CVTII RCIS
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2024
Cardiac Cath Tech
Blake Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2022
Cardiac Cath Tech
Okyanos Heart institute
01.2013 - 01.2014
Cardiac Cath Lab Tech
University of Miami Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2011
Cardiac Catha Lab Technologist
Hillcrest Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2005
Cardiovascular Technician
Metro med
01.2004 - 01.2004
Associate Degree - Cardiovascular Tech
National School of Technology
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