Emma Rourke
Port Macquarie,New South Wales
Summary
I am a newly qualified sonographer who is extremely motivated and driven to provide the highest level of care and quality for all patients whilst also exceeding the expectations of my employer. My interests are in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, MSK and Vascular studies. I have gained experience working in numerous healthcare settings in Australia and the United Kingdom.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
Lumus Imaging
12.2022 - Current
- Perform a wide array of examinations including; Small parts (thyroid, salivary glands, breast & scrotum), musculoskeletal (shoulder, knee, hip, ankle, foot, wrist and hand), Obstetrics & gynaecology (first trimester dating, 20 week morphology, third trimester), vascular (DVTs, carotid and leg artery with aorta scan). Seeking assistancce when required.
- Work with Philips, Canon and Mindray ultrasound machines
- Visage patient management system and PACS
- Ensuring patients are informed and consented prior to the scan requested by the referrer
- Allowing patients to voice their concerns in order to provide optimal patient care but also attain important clinical information to help reporting Radiologists
- Adhering to scan protocols and QA procedures
- Weekly interventional procedure days with multiple Radiologists.
Trainee Sonographer
Beachside Radiology
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Siemens ultrasound machine
- Extensive training in general scans (renal, thyroid, breast and a range of musculoskeletal)
- 38-hour week training and scanning
- Working alongside mammogram techs and radiologists for breast ultrasound
- Interventional procedures with the onsite radiologist
- Attending and contributing to staff and team meetings
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Radiation Therapist
NSW Health
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Elekta Linear Accelerators
- Mosaiq patient management system
- DIBH – ABC and Catalyst system
- Morning QA of Linac and SXRT
- Liasing within a multidisciplinary team
- Attending new patient meeting
- Managing a patient list of between 25-30 a day
- Ensuring scheduling is done
- Weekly checks, imaging and finish patient checks
- Mentoring and supporting students
Radiation Therapist & Dosimetrist
The Barts Health Cancer Centre
05.2019 - 01.2020
Education
Graduate Diploma - Medical Sonography (General)
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12.2023
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Radiation Therapy
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW12.2016
High School Certificate -
Wingham High School
Wingham, NSW12.2012
Skills
- Highly driven and self-motivated
- Passionate
- Efficient and reliable
- Well developed critical-thinking skills
- Exceptional communication and organisation skills
- Adaptable to any team
- Competent in adjusting to new software and systems
- Regularly continuing and seeking professional development
- Good interpersonal skills and willingly collaborate with Radiologists, sonographers, nurses, radiographers and admin staff to achieve best diagnostic quality for all patients
- Capable in assisting with interventional procedures including; Core biopsies, fine needle aspirations, cortisone injections and drainages
- Understanding personal limitations and not afraid to ask for assistance
Memberships & certificates
- ASA member
- ASAR registration: 11051
- Current working with children check (WWCC)
- Up to date CPR certificate
- AHPRA registration
Referees
Available on request
Timeline
Sonographer
Lumus Imaging
12.2022 - Current
Trainee Sonographer
Beachside Radiology
04.2022 - 12.2022
Radiation Therapist
NSW Health
06.2020 - 04.2022
Radiation Therapist & Dosimetrist
The Barts Health Cancer Centre
05.2019 - 01.2020
Graduate Diploma - Medical Sonography (General)
University of South Australia
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Radiation Therapy
University of Newcastle
High School Certificate -
Wingham High School
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