SUMMARY

Healthcare professional with 12 years of combined experience as an ARDMS

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (Technical Director),
Cardiovascular Ultrasound Clinical Education Specialist (Philips Medical
Systems) and Licensed Practical Nurse/Cardiac Technician with supervisory/manage
ment experience. Advanced expert knowledge of comprehensive cardiac sonographer
procedures, master technician of high-tech/complex echocardiography imagery equi
pment, with excellent direct patient care skills. Reputation as a self-directed
professional with superior problem solving, communication, and management skills
. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and organizing projects to im
prove the quality of patient care.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
1. Obtaining high quality diagnostic images with expert knowledge on cardiac
physiology and pathophysiology.
2. 2D Cardiac and Carotid Ultrasound imaging, Speckle tracking (strain), Doppler
and Color Flow techniques, Tissue harmonic imaging, Contrast-enhanced and Duplex
ultrasound imaging.
3. 3D Ultrasound for evaluation of valvular abnormalities and Left ventricular
ejection fraction by volumetric quantification.
4. Expert Level of operating, maintaining and troubleshooting ultrasound
equipment.
5. Outstanding and compassionate direct patient care.
6. Strong interpersonal communication skills.
* 2009 Lab accreditation through ICAEL- The Intersocietal Commission for the Acc
reditation of Echocardiography Laboratories 2004 Obtained RDCS credentials thro
ugh the ARDMS

EXPERIENCE
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Technical Director - 2007 to Present
Westfall Cardiology, Newark, New York
Responsible for management of the Cardiac department.
Patient care, monitoring of vital signs, detailed explanation of tests
Staff management, scheduling and continuing education
Maintaining lab accreditation, equipment maintenance and Quality assurance
Performing Cardiac and Carotid ultrasounds (including 3D imaging), Stress
echocardiograms and pharmacological stress echocardiograms
Avionics and event monitor application and analysis
Utilization of various computer software programs including EMR , digital
viewing and reporting systems.
* 2009 Lab accreditation through ICAEL- The Intersocietal Commission for the Acc
reditation of Echocardiography Laboratories
Clinical Education Specialist-Cardiovascular Ultrasound - 2005 to 2007
Phillips Medical Systems, Bothell, Washington
Provided on site education and support for medical staff in various clinical
settings. Ultrasound system installation and education Advanced technology train
ing and continuing education credits. Designed and presented personalized educat
ional courses for customers including lectures and hands on training. Supported
company sponsored events and training courses.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - 2003 to 2005
Upstate Cardiology, Batavia, New York
Responsible for performing Echocardiograms, Stress echocardiograms and pharmacol
ogical stress echocardiograms. Patient care , monitoring of vital signs, detaile
d explanation of tests. Utilization of contrast agents. Avionics and event monit
or application and analysis. Office management
Licensed Practical Nurse - 2002 to 2003
Highland Hospital, Rochester, New York
Provided complete care for patients on a cardiac step down unit/detox unit.
Medication administration including preparation and administration of
injections. Monitor patients for adverse reactions to medications and treatments
.
IV insertion and management. Obtained, monitored and recorded Vital signs.
Telemetry monitoring, Electrocardiograms and ventilator care
Detox Management
Wound care, cleaning, deriding, application of dressings and bandages
Licensed Practical Nurse - 1999 to 2002
Heart Associates of Rochester, Rochester, New York
Provided complete patient care in an office setting including gathering patient
information and history for Physician, obtaining vital signs, medication lists
and electrocardiograms.
Performing Cardiac ultrasounds, Stress echocardiograms and pharmacological
stress echocardiograms.
Avionics and event monitor application and analysis
EDUCATION
Certificate, Medical Diagnostic Sonographer - 2003
Rochester Institute of Technology, Henrietta, New York
Certification program including education on Anatomy and Physiology,
Pathophysiology, Physics, Instrumentation, bioeffects and clinical experience in
OBGYN, Abdominal, Vascular and Cardiac Ultrasound.
A.A., License Practical Nurse - 1996
Genesse Valley Boces, Spencerport, New York
Nursing course combining Theory, classroom and clerical knowledge.
Knowledge of application of nursing process in all clinical settings.
Organizational and therapeutic communication skills to ensure effective patient
safety and comfort. Effective problem solving skills.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS

AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Echocardiography 2003
LICENSES
* RCDS, ARDMS, Rochester, New York 2004