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Christopher Waites

Christopher Waites

Banora Point,NSW

Summary

Passionate & experienced Cardiac Sonographer with a broad clinical background across all levels of heart disease, including acute coronary syndromes, congenital abnormalities, and oncology-related cardiac monitoring. Proficient in transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and stress echocardiography, with strong skills in both pre- and post-procedural assessments. While not performing transoesophageal echocardiograms (TOEs) or angiograms directly, I have gained valuable insight and understanding through regular observation of these procedures. Known for producing high-quality diagnostic imaging and maintaining a professional, compassionate bedside manner with a strong patient-centred approach.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Cardiac Sonographer

Coffs Cardiology
Coffs Harbour, NSW
12.2022 - 01.2026

- Full echocardiogram/stress echocardiogram lists at Coffs Cardiology with several reporting Cardiologists.

- Working at the Base Hospital (Coffs Harbour) as a sonographer in the ICU, ED, & cath lab.

- Holter monitor & blood pressure monitor interpretation & fitting.

- Experience with both acute & chronic cardiac conditions.

Education

Post-graduate Diploma - Cardiac Sonography

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
11-2025

Bachelor of Science - Osteopathic Science

Southern Cross University
Bilinga, QLD
11-2022

TELEMETRY, CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS, & 12 LEAD ECG SEMI

Nurses For Nurses Network
Gold Coast, QLD
11-2022

Completion of HSC -

The Scots College
Sydney, NSW
12-2013

Skills

  • Stress echocardiogram & resting echocardiogram
  • Holter monitor interpretation
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • ECG analysis
  • Working with Phillips & GE ultrasound machines
  • Wide variety of experience with pre- and post-cardiac surgery ultrasounding

References

  • David Law (Senior Cardiac Sonographer) - 0421833770
  • Megan Pleaner (Senior Cardiac Sonographer & Supervisor through QUT course) - 0411108288
  • Kris Holland (Coffs Cardiology Practice Manager) - 0434918192

Next Steps

  • I am expected to graduate my Cardiac Sonography Diploma by the end of November 2025. I plan to move back to the Gold Coast by February of 2026, seeking full-time employment as a qualified Cardiac Sonographer. I will be based in Banora Point (NSW) but am open to travelling for work.
  • I am relocating back to the Gold Coast to be closer to my 8-year-old son, after regularly commuting between Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast since late 2022. My time at Coffs Cardiology has been incredibly rewarding, and my departure is based solely on personal and family priorities, with the role concluding on very positive terms.

Timeline

Student Cardiac Sonographer

Coffs Cardiology
12.2022 - 01.2026

Post-graduate Diploma - Cardiac Sonography

Queensland University of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Osteopathic Science

Southern Cross University

TELEMETRY, CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS, & 12 LEAD ECG SEMI

Nurses For Nurses Network

Completion of HSC -

The Scots College
Christopher Waites