Magaly Fernandez, RCS
Jurupa Valley
Summary
Graduate in Cardiovascular Sonography seeking to maintain a position that will allow to fully utilize and further develop training in imaging procedures, reporting, and patient care while allowing for professional growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Eisenhower Health
07.2023 - Current
- Conduct all echocardiogram examinations, encompassing various ultrasound techniques such as 2D, M-Mode, Strain, color flow, and Doppler Testing.
- Evaluate cardiac valves for pathological conditions.
- Contrast Transthoracic Echocardiograms (TTE).
- Aids the physician in performing Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) procedures.
- Examines medical records to identify any pertinent medical history that could influence the study.
- Recorded all observed findings meticulously to facilitate precise diagnoses.
Cardiac Sonographer
Elite Cardiology
03.2023 - Current
- Perform echocardiograms for: Don Ahn, MD; Larry Chan, DO, FACC; Roger Duber, DO, FACC; Hammad Khan, MD, FACC; Suraj Rasania, MD, FACC, FSCAI; and Samir Smarany, MD, FACC.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Performed routine and complex studies in a variety of imaging procedures.
- Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against normal ranges to detect abnormalities.
- Set up and adjusted imaging equipment and manually maneuvered transducers to perform exams.
- Successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Report all documented findings in order to contribute accurate diagnoses.
Internship
Mobile Echo Solutions
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Trained under Hector Alvarez, RCS. performing echocardiograms at Elite Cardiology for: Don Ahn, MD; Larry Chan, DO, FACC; Roger Duber, DO, FACC; Hammad Khan, MD, FACC; Suraj Rasania, MD, FACC, FSCAI; and Samir Smarany, MD, FACC. Also performed echocardiograms for the private practice of Ali Altaf, MD.
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Performed routine and complex studies.
Medical Billing Department Lead
Concentra
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Used reporting functions to collect, analyze and summarize data to optimize staff workflows and enhance productivity both in quality and quantity
- Provided leadership and demonstrated ability to influence, motivate, manage, train, and develop staff to work toward their highest level of function, in accordance with the job description
- Worked closely with management to ensure sound fiscal and business performance while implementing any necessary changes or modifications.
- Delegated to staff effectively; demonstrating the ability to plan, organize, direct, control, monitor and evaluate workload.
- Oversaw workflow and quality for a team of twelve.
Payment Poster
City Of Hope
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Accurately posted payments and adjustments both electronically and manually.
- Verified recoupment and applied proper offsets and/or refunds.
- Ensured all payments were posted by month's end.
- Assisted in training new employees.
- Worked on three different posting systems each day: Epic, Centricity, and Pulse.
Medical Billing Specialist
MedAmerica
06.2014 - 10.2017
- Collected and applied to patient accounts.
- Communicated effectively and extensively with other departments to resolve claims.
- Filed and updated patient information and medical records.
- Communicated with patients on unpaid claims for HMO, PPO and private accounts and delivered friendly follow-up calls for proper payments to contracts.
- Identified and resolved patient billing and payment issues.
- Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
- Precisely evaluated and verified benefits and eligibility.
- Used systems such as: Pulse, AS400, Medilynx, Laserfische, Cerner, and Citrix
Special Education Assistant / Teachers Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
03.2004 - 06.2014
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Lead monthly parent meetings covering different topics, including how to handle and identify the onset of certain behaviors and providing family and loved ones with outside resources
- Aided with medical interventions when required (feeding tubes, nebulizers..etc.)
- Provided instructional reinforcement of teacher's lessons in a small group setting
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Ontario, CA03.2023
Diploma -
Belmont Senior High School
Los Angeles06.2003
Skills
- Proficient in Cardiovascular Sonography, including Preventative and screening protocols, and stress echos
- Entry-level clinical knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the care of patients undergoing cardiac ultrasound procedures
- Skilled in protocols including 2D, M-Mode, and Spectral Doppler of echocardiography with both PW & CW
- Ability to recognize anatomy and pathology
- Able to effectively communicate with all levels of administrative and medical staff
- Utilize appropriate positioning and techniques for various protocols to ensure accurate imaging
Ultrasound Machines
- Phillips
- Sequoia
- GE Logic, GE Vivid E, GE Vivid T8 & GE 7
- Samsung
Certification
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer
- CPR/BLS (AHA)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Eisenhower Health
07.2023 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Elite Cardiology
03.2023 - Current
Internship
Mobile Echo Solutions
10.2022 - 03.2023
Medical Billing Department Lead
Concentra
01.2019 - 08.2022
Payment Poster
City Of Hope
10.2017 - 01.2019
Medical Billing Specialist
MedAmerica
06.2014 - 10.2017
Special Education Assistant / Teachers Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
03.2004 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Diploma -
Belmont Senior High School
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