Patricia Heard, RVT

559-***-**** ad42sg@r.postjobfree.com

Profile

Compassionate, organized, self-starter with the ability to effectively increase patient flow

while maintaining exceptional patient care. Skilled in facilitating diagnostic ultrasound

examinations, as well as building solid reputations with colleagues and other departments.

Key Skills

Exceptional Patient Care

Ability To Adapt

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Critical Thinking

Ambidextrous Scanner

Willingness To Learn

Properly Position Patients

Obtain Accurate Patient History

Anatomy Knowledge

Detail Oriented

Prepare and Assist In Sterile Environment

Documentation and Reporting

Career

Progression

Cardiovascular Consultants Heart Center - Fresno, CA

Vascular Technologist, Jan 2024-Present

-Perform numerous diagnostic vascular ultrasound exams in accordance with protocols including AAA, ABI with Duplex, carotid, DVT, renal artery, lower extremity arterial duplex, as well as venous insufficiency.

-Prepare patients and assist Doctors and Physicians assistants with Venaseal ablations in a sterile environment.

-Obtain patients’ medical history & properly document anatomy and pathology.

-Prepare reports summarizing ultrasound findings for doctors in a timely manner.

Central California Cardiovascular - Selma, CA

Vascular Technologist, Feb 2018-Dec 2023

-Execute exams including AAA, carotid, upper and lower extremity duplex, DVT, TEE’s, along with venous reflux studies and assist with bubble studies.

-Assist doctors in Radiofrequency Vein Ablations in a sterile environment and prepare a sterile tray for procedures.

-Assist doctors in interventional procedures including Arterial Angiogram, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy using ultrasound guidance for pedal access and operating single and bi-plane fluoroscopic angiographic equipment, intravascular equipment ultrasound (IVUS).

-Lead Vascular Technologist in charge of backing up ultrasound machines, along with PACS.

Kaweah Delta Hospital – Visalia, CA

Vascular Extern, Oct 2017 to Dec 2017

- Utilized Spectral Doppler to evaluate blood flow & the extent of vascular disease.

- Perform carotid, lower extremity venous & arterial duplex exams.

- Assisted echo techs with echocardiograms.

Kaiser Permanente Hospital – Fresno, CA

Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Extern, July 2017 to Sept 2017

-Perform various diagnostic ultrasound exams, including the general abdomen, pelvis, obstetrics, vascular & small parts.

-Prepare patients for the appropriate exam and gather pertinent patient history.

Saint Agnes Hospital – Fresno, CA

Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Extern, April 2017 to June 2017

-Execute diagnostic ultrasound per protocol, including general abdomen, pelvis, AFI & vascular exams.

-Maintain remarkable levels of patient care and Code of Ethics while prioritizing & coordinating with the high demands of emergency & In-Patients.

Bautista Medical Group – Fresno, CA

Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Extern, Feb 2017 to Mar 2017

-Perform general ultrasound, including the general abdomen, vascular, thyroid & venous insufficiency exams.

-Assisted with Endovenous Laser Treatment.

CCFMG – Fresno, CA

High-Risk Obstetrics Ultrasound Extern, Jan 2017 to Feb 2017

-Perform Biophysical Profile exams to determine the health and well-being of the mother and unborn child.

-Perform obstetric ultrasound to determine the size and date of the fetus.

AGI Publishing – Clovis, Ca

Account Executive, Sept 2008 to Feb 2015

-Executed daily operations regarding production, compliance, and customer service.

-Designed and produced marketing and advertising business plans for current and prospective clients.

Above and Beyond Notary – California/Hawaii

Owner, July 2003 to Dec 2010

-Licensed and bonded public notary in California and Hawaii.

-Built long-term relationships with mortgage and bank office managers, loan officers, escrow officers, and other real estate professionals to establish a book of business.

Ameriquest Mortgage Company – Mission Hills, Ca

Loan Officer, Dec 2001 to June 2003

-Followed up with clients throughout the loan process to ensure excellent customer service to build a long-term relationship for future business.

-Built relationships with real estate appraisers, title companies, and public notaries to establish a network of real estate professionals.

Hertz Rental Car – Stockton, Ca.

Branch Manager, Feb 2000 to Nov 2001

-Planned and directed staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales and service programs.

-Executed daily operations regarding production, compliance, and customer service.

United States Navy – California

Petty Officer 3rd Class, Nov 1997 to Mar 1999

-Held various specialties and qualifications while serving on the USS Bonhomme Richard.

-Managed, led, and supervised divisional personnel as a divisional petty officer.

Awards

Cum Laude – Gurnick Academy of Medical Art Fresno, Ca

Valley Yellow Pages 2009 – Most New & Internet Accounts Sold Sanger & Madera, Ca

Licenses & Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certifications Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI)

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