Alondra Rodriguez, RCS
Temecula
Summary
Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer with hands-on experience performing transthoracic, stress (dobutamine & treadmill), transesophageal (TEE), bubble, and Definity contrast echocardiograms. Skilled in assessing left ventricular function, valvular disease, chamber size, and cardiac structure, with proficiency in Philips and GE machines. Detail-oriented, patient-focused, and committed to accurate imaging, protocol adherence, and high-level infection control.
Overview
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Work History
Externship
Riverside University Health System Hospital
Moreno Valley
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Independently performed adult transthoracic echocardiograms, including 2D, M-mode, spectral Doppler, and color flow imaging, with assessment of left ventricular function and dysfunction, valvular disease, chamber size, and overall cardiac structure
- Independently performed agitated saline (bubble) studies and Definity contrast–enhanced echocardiograms following established protocols and safety guidelines
- Served as primary sonographer for pharmacologic and exercise stress echocardiograms, including dobutamine and treadmill stress testing
- Acquired and optimized pre- and post-stress images with accurate timing for wall motion and ischemia assessment
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of stress echo protocols, patient monitoring, contraindications, and emergency response procedures
- Independently acquired diagnostic transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) images under cardiologist supervision
- Performed proper handling, cleaning, and high-level disinfection of TEE probes in accordance with infection control policies and manufacturer guidelines
- Communicated effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and staff during echocardiographic, stress testing, and TEE procedures
- Ensured patient comfort, verified informed consent, and adhered to ultrasound safety principles (ALARA)
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Ontario, CA03-2026
Certification
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) — April 2026
Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) — June 2025
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) — American Heart Association
HIPAA & Patient Privacy Training — Completed
Basic and Advanced EKG Certified— September 2025
Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) — June 2025
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) — American Heart Association
HIPAA & Patient Privacy Training — Completed
Basic and Advanced EKG Certified— September 2025
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Externship
Riverside University Health System Hospital
10.2025 - 03.2026
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College