Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Judy Bloom

Gilroy,CA

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled EKG Technician with over eleven years of experience in acute care hospital settings, specializing in cardiology. Proficient in performing EKGs, stress testing, Holter monitoring, and pacemaker interrogations. Responding to Code Blue events across various departments. Expertise in identifying life-threatening arrhythmias and effectively communicating critical information to nursing and medical teams, ensuring optimal patient care. Committed to enhancing patient assessment and education while fostering a collaborative team environment within the Cardiology department.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Licensed Massage Practitioner

Acupressure and Pain Relief Business
Gilroy, CA
06.2012 - Current
  • Delivered therapeutic massage treatments tailored to client needs, enhancing relaxation and pain relief.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and feedback to optimize therapy outcomes.
  • Utilized acupressure techniques to alleviate muscle tension and improve overall wellness.
  • Educated clients on self-care practices and stretching exercises to support recovery and maintenance.

Cardiology Technician

Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2021

Worked in Acute Care, emergency room and throughout hospital, performing EKGs, holter monitoring and stress testing. Assisted Physicians in performing cardiovascular stress testing, arrhythmia recognition, patient preparation for testing, patient safety. Analyzed test results and collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Supported physicians in making accurate diagnoses or reporting life threatening arrhythmias. Additionally, ensured compliance with established safety protocols to enhance patient safety. Maintained and troubleshot cardiology equipment to ensure reliable operation and patient safety.

Operated and maintained advanced cardiology equipment for diagnostic testing.

Assisted in performing echocardiograms and stress tests to support patient care.

Monitored patient vitals during procedures, ensuring immediate response to changes.

Office Manager

Emergency Medical Training
12.2000 - 06.2012
  • Operated advanced cardiology equipment to conduct diagnostic tests and monitor patient heart health.
  • Assisted physicians in performing cardiovascular procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient data and test results for effective healthcare delivery.
  • Trained new technicians on cardiology protocols, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Cardiology Technician

San Jose Medical Center
San Jose, Ca
09.1998 - 09.2000
  • Conducted electrocardiograms and stress tests to monitor patient heart health.
  • Maintained and calibrated diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate readings and reliable performance.
  • Educated patients on cardiac health management and the importance of follow-up care.
  • Analyzed test results, providing critical information for accurate diagnosis.
  • Assisted with stress testing procedures, ensuring patient safety and proper data collection for analysis.

Cardio-Specialist

Alexian Brothers Hospital
San Jose, Ca
09.1988 - 09.1996

Conducted electrocardiograms, cardiac stress tests, and Holter monitoring; provided support during hospital emergencies. Transcribed cardiology reports with accuracy and efficiency. Assisted healthcare professionals in developing patient care strategies. Welcomed outpatients and facilitated their navigation through various testing procedures.

Education

Ekg/lab phlebotomist -

Clayton EKG /Lab Technician Program
San Jose, Ca

Licensed Massage Practitioner

American Heart Association
Gilroy, CA

Associate of Science - Art education

Five Branches University of Asian Massage Program
San Jose, Ca
07-2013

Acupressure

Microcurrent Electro-Acupuncture, East West Seminars
01-2013

English - undefined

Gavilan Community College
Gilroy, Ca
01-2011

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Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, Ca
01-2009

Skills

  • Acute care hospital experience working in emergency room, stress testing, and responding to emergency codes
  • Extensive patient care in acute care setting
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Personal Skills
  • Identifying life-threatening arrhythmias Alerting physicians of EKG abnormalities
  • Interview patients and evaluate cardiac arrhythmias in emergency room
  • Assist cardiology physicians in various stress testing procedures
  • Patient care, vitals, educating on various tests

Accomplishments

Additionally, I have a certification in CPR, studied microcurrent acupuncture, and currently have a part time practice helping people in pain. I studied at Five Branches University and received a license as a Licensed Massage Practitioner. Additionally trained in Biofeedback sessions, which I offer. At age 19 I worked for an oral surgeon in Maxillofacial surgery. Attended many seminars and training throughout my career. Alternatively, I offered pain relief sessions to veterans for veteran's fairs at Fort Ord.

Certification

  • CET - EKG Technician
  • BLS
  • LMP

Languages

English

Timeline

Cardiology Technician

Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2021

Licensed Massage Practitioner

Acupressure and Pain Relief Business
06.2012 - Current

Office Manager

Emergency Medical Training
12.2000 - 06.2012

Cardiology Technician

San Jose Medical Center
09.1998 - 09.2000

Cardio-Specialist

Alexian Brothers Hospital
09.1988 - 09.1996

Licensed Massage Practitioner

American Heart Association

Acupressure

Microcurrent Electro-Acupuncture, East West Seminars

English - undefined

Gavilan Community College

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Santa Barbara City College

Ekg/lab phlebotomist -

Clayton EKG /Lab Technician Program

Associate of Science - Art education

Five Branches University of Asian Massage Program
Judy Bloom