Zahra Fakhri

Sutter Health

Fremont, CA

01.2000 - Current

Performing echocardiograms for diagnostic purpose.
Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
Orientate and prepare patients on procedures, complete all paperwork pertaining scans performed, files test results and working with manufacture equipment.
Conducted EKG, stress tests and other ordered cardiac tests for 18+ patients per day.
Full Training on echocardiogram stress test.
Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
Prepared Holter Monitor equipment and provided instruction and demonstration of use for patients and families.
Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Assisted cardiac nurses with patient care and room preparation for tests.
Thoroughly explained process and procedure of tests ordered and answered patient questions clearly and concisely.