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OLIVIA HART

Echocardiography LEADER | Patient Care | Team Manager

Dublin, Ireland
+353 87 123 4567
[email protected]

Echocardiography
Patient Care
Clinical Management
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership and Organization
Information Technology
Resource Allocation
Scheduling
Workflow Optimization
Process Improvement
Team Training and Development
Quality Assurance
Cardiac Anatomy & Pathology
Ultrasound Equipment Operation
Image Acquisition and Interpretation
Patient Safety

Highly accomplished and versatile Echocardiographer/Cardiac Sonographer offering 7+ years’ experience in the healthcare industry. Adept in providing exceptional patient care through the performance of diagnostic echocardiographic exams, adhering to industry guidelines and best practices. Proven excellence in overseeing clinical and operational management while working collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure seamless departmental functioning. Proven ability to effectively lead and support cardiac sonographers, fostering a positive working environment and optimizing patient outcomes. Extensive knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and laws governing the Echo lab, ensuring strict compliance and adherence to guidelines.

Master of Business Administration and Healthcare Management | St. Clare’s University, Dublin | Fall 2024
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)

Bachelor of Science in Echocardiography (Summa Cum Laude) | Institute of Medical Technology, Cork | 2019 – 2020

Advanced Technical Certificate in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography- Pediatric & Fetal Echocardiography (Magna Cum Laude) | Alvin Community College | 2017 – 2018
Merit List, Phi Theta Kappa, CCI Aaron S. White Examination Scholarship

Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography- Adult Echocardiography (Cum Laude) | Community College | 2015 – 2017
Dean’s List, Phi Theta Kappa

Midlands Children’s Cardiology Centre – Dublin, IE
Echocardiography Team Lead | 2021 – Present
Interim Echocardiography Team Lead | 2020 – 2021
Congenital Cardiac Sonographer | 2019 – 2020

Perform diagnostic echocardiographic exams, adhering to guidelines. Offer comprehensive support to patients while collaborating with a team of sonographers across multiple clinic locations. Take charge of training adult echocardiographers, with a specific focus on pediatric exams. Manage vendor communication, inventory management, and team coordination. 

• Conduct diagnostic congenital and fetal echocardiographic exams in alignment with ASE guidelines, providing patient education and support.
• Supervise a team of 5 sonographers across 10 clinic locations while ensuring appropriate staffing and equipment.
• Provide hands-on and didactic training to adult echocardiographers for pediatric transthoracic exams, including the creation of training materials and conducting regular lectures and case reviews.
• Initiated successful clinical rotations with the College of Healthcare Professions and ACC Pediatric Echocardiography Programs, serving as a preceptor and receiving “Best Clinical Site” recognition for three consecutive years.
• Achieved a significant improvement in sonographer scan percentage from 86% to a consistent 97.9% over the period from 2019 to 2023.
• Responsible for troubleshooting networking issues, serving as the point of contact for Meraki systems, and maintaining vendor relationships.

St. Brendan’s Cardiac Centre – Galway, IE

Adult & Congenital Cardiac Sonographer | 2018

Oversaw a diverse patient workload in a large facility, performing various echocardiographic exams and collaborating with the cath lab. Played a crucial role in the Hurricane Harvey Emergency Response Team and participated in national educational initiatives.

• Conducted TTE, TEE, and stress echocardiograms at multiple facilities; served as the on-call sonographer for two weeks per month.
• Managed a high-volume patient workload in a large, diverse 480-bed facility, catering to populations including mental health, bariatric, and indigent individuals.
• Partnered with the cath lab, contributing to echo-guided procedures and clinical studies, promoting seamless coordination, and enhancing patient care.
• Provided essential support as the key member of the Hurricane Harvey Emergency Response Team and Incident Command System.
• Contributed expertise to national educational television programs, promoting knowledge dissemination in the field.

EchoCare Diagnostics – Cork, IE
Adult & Congenital Cardiac Sonographer | 2017 – 2018

Performed diagnostic adult and congenital echocardiograms at various institutions, focusing on congenital heart conditions.

• Employed advanced imaging techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to capture high-quality images of cardiac structures and blood flow.
• Facilitated efficient patient care by collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including cardiologists and other specialists.

Institute of Allied Health – Cardiac Sonography Programme – Limerick, IE
Sonography Program Teaching Assistant | 2017 – 2018

Assisted students in the echocardiography lab, providing hands-on guidance and feedback.

• Guided students in the echocardiography lab, helping them acquire high-quality 2D, M-mode, color, and spectral Doppler images through hands-on techniques.
• Offered comprehensive academic support, tutoring, and focused preparation for DCVS students, leading to a 96% pass rate among a group of 25 students.

Multiple Health Service Executive (HSE) Hospitals
Student Intern (Pediatric & Fetal Echocardiography) | 2017 – 2018
Student Intern (Adult Echocardiography) | 2015 – 2017

Gained 2,800+ hours of clinical training at elite facilities with the Texas Medical Center including the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Physicians Fetal Medicine, UTMB Pediatrics; Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann/Memorial Hermann Children’s Hospital, CHI St. Luke’s, HCA, and Texas Children’s Hospital systems. 

Hart & Co. Bridal Studio – Kilkenny, IE
Lead Artist/Owner | 2006 – 2018

Managed a growing full-service salon business, including overseeing a team of specialized hair and makeup artists.

• Transitioned from a sole-proprietor full-service salon to an award-winning team of 22 hair and makeup artists catering to the bridal, pageant, and modeling industry in Texas.
• Increased team size from 3 to 22 employees, resulting in a 300% increase in bookings and over $250,000 in annual revenue.
• Achievements include receiving The Knot’s Best of Weddings Winner and Wedding Wire’s Couple’s Choice Award, as well as providing consultation services for premier music tours with L’Oreal Hair Care.

• ARDMS: Current RDCS (AE), (FE), and (PE) Registries, #193266
• CCI: Current RCCS and CCT Registries, #00102288
• AHA: Current BLS healthcare provider card
• QBA: Qualified for Spanish interpretation training, awaiting the next cohort
• FEMA: Completion of IS-100.HCb- Introduction to the Incident Command System for Healthcare/Hospitals
• Completion of IS-200.HCa- Applying ICS to Healthcare Organizations for Health Care/Hospitals

• American Society of Echocardiography (ASE): Member, Quality Control Panel Participant.
• American Society of Echocardiography (SDMS): Member, peer review clinical articles.
• Greater Houston Society of Echocardiography (GHSE): Current member and volunteer
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS):
  • Test Question Writer for the National Adult, Pediatric, and Fetal Echocardiographic Registries.
  • Participate in discussion panels regarding the future of sonography, safety protocols, and pending legislature.
• Dysautonomia International: Advocate and Volunteer
• American Heart Association (AHA): 2022 Heart Walk Captain
• Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA): Member
• Children’s Health – Women Empowering Women (WEW)