Hector J Huerta
Glendale
Summary
Knowledgeable Cardiovascular Sonographer with comprehensive background in cardiovascular imaging and diagnostics. Demonstrated ability to provide accurate and timely assessments, contributing to patient care and treatment plans. Proficient in utilizing advanced sonography equipment and collaborating effectively with medical teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
Beverly Hills, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac structure and function for diagnostic and treatment planning purposes.
- Conduct stress echocardiograms, treadmill stress testing, bubble studies, and Definity contrast-enhanced studies in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Provide imaging support for patients within Advanced Heart Disease and Heart Transplant programs, including complex cardiovascular cases.
- Accurately analyze and document findings while completing comprehensive patient reports in a timely manner.
- Utilize Syngo Dynamics, Epic, and PACS systems for image acquisition, reporting, documentation, and workflow management.
- Maintain high-quality imaging standards by optimizing ultrasound equipment settings and ensuring diagnostic image quality.
- Educate and prepare patients for procedures while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and adherence to departmental policies.
Cardio/Vascular Sonographer
Sherman Oaks Hospital
Sherman Oaks, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Performed comprehensive echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound studies to evaluate cardiac and vascular function.
- Acquired and optimized diagnostic-quality images using 2D, M-Mode, Color Flow, PW, and CW Doppler techniques.
- Identified and documented cardiovascular and vascular abnormalities to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Trained and mentored sonography extern students on patient care, image optimization techniques, anatomy recognition, and pathology identification.
- Collaborated with cardiologists and healthcare teams to provide timely and accurate diagnostic information while maintaining detailed patient documentation and quality standards.
IV Compounder
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
Westwood, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Ensured patients received timely therapy by accurately interpreting physician orders for IV medications and communicating any discrepancies promptly.
- Trained new staff on compounding techniques and adherence to best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock usage and minimizing waste in pharmacy operations.
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
Glendale, CA
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Communicate with nurses and doctors to ensure medications and I.V.s are properly prepared and delivered accordingly.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Prep chemotherapy I.V.s for compounding according to scheduled times.
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Adventist Hospital
Glendale, CA
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Ensured patients received timely therapy by accurately interpreting physician orders for IV medications and communicating any discrepancies promptly.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with accuracy.
Pharmacy Technician
USC Medical Plaza
Los Angeles, CA
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Accurately measured, mixed, and prepared non-sterile pharmaceutical compounds while ensuring product quality and patient safety.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to optimize inventory management and reduce medication shortages.
- Maintained accurate records of ingredients and formulations for quality assurance.
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Los Angeles, CA2 2022
Skills
- Cardiovascular
- Vascular
- Treadmill stress
- Bicycle stress
- Vein Mapping
- Diseases of the heart
- Strain
- DHM
- Bubble study
- Contrast DEFINITY
- 3D
- Full Volume
- 2D M-Mode
- Spectral Doppler
- PW
- CW
- Anatomy recognition
- Pathology recognition
- Problem-solving techniques
- Physics optimization
Certification
- BLS Certified (AHS)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Pending
- Sonography Principles and Instruments (SPI), Pending
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- CPhT
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
IV Compounder
UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Cardio/Vascular Sonographer
Sherman Oaks Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Glendale Adventist Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2021
Pharmacy Technician
USC Medical Plaza
02.2018 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Smith Chason College
Machines
- Phillips GE Logic
- GE Vivid E & GE7
- Acuson Sequoya 512
- Samsung HS60 PACS Ultralinq
- Siemens Acuson SC2000
- Mindray