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Joshua Duncan

Mt Coolum,QLD

Summary

My career focus is to gain the most comprehensive experience within vascular medicine and ultrasound I can, focusing on the best care and performance I can provide. I have a deep passion for continual learning and providing a helping hand in emerging technologies, techniques and research.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Vascular Sonographer

Sunshine Vascular Imaging
03.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately performing diagnostic vascular ultrasound examinations.
  • Streamlined scheduling processes by coordinating appointments and managing daily workload efficiently.
  • Increased patient comfort by explaining procedures and providing compassionate care during exams.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing urgent cases and conducting efficient examinations.
  • Improved patient outcomes with accurate interpretation of ultrasound findings for physician review.
  • Effectively communicated with GPs and vascular surgeons regarding urgent clinical findings, under high workload environments

Vascular Sonographer

South Sydney Vascular Center
01.2018 - 03.2022

Obtained training and work as a vascular sonographer, working with multiple Vascular Surgeons and Phlebologists within an accomplished practice. I have gained extensive experience in venous and arterial pathologies, pre and post operatively. I have been trained in performing ultrasound guidance for sclerotherapy, and venous mapping for surgical procedures.

Vascular Sonographer

South Coast Skin And Vein Clinic
03.2021 - 03.2022

I worked at a venous clinic performing mapping and post procedural scans, gaining further experience in venous diseases and post procedural complications.

Allied Health Assistant

Kareena Private Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2021

At Kareena Private I performed a wide range of roles, working closely with physiotherapists within medical, surgical, inpatient and hydrotherapy wards, as well as working with occupational therapists, nurses, physicians and management. I developed an extensive understanding of the workings of a hospital and the team that it takes for successful provision of care, to which I am grateful for. I developed a further understanding of rehabilitation and the MSK system, as well as various other medical pathologies that are not as frequently seen in the practice of vascular sonography.

Education

Graduate Diploma of Vascular Sonography - 2020-2021

Western Sydney University
Sydney

Bachelor of Medical Science - 2013-2016

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW

Accomplishments

  • Black Belt Taekwondo
  • Grade Cricket for Sutherland in the Sydney Grade Cricket Competition
  • 3rd and 5th Grade of Saxophone at the Conservatorium of Music
  • Surfing Instructor
  • Passionate Painter

Affiliations

  • Dr Suri Nair (SSVC) 0405 212 555
  • Steven Rajcany (CEO Wollongong Private Hospital) 0400 347 331
  • Dr Melanie Andronicus (SSVC) 0414 922 228
  • Steve Mitchell (Westfield National Management) 0438 238 087
  • Ashleigh Gorak (SSVC Sonographer) 0403 846 639

Timeline

Senior Vascular Sonographer

Sunshine Vascular Imaging
03.2022 - Current

Vascular Sonographer

South Coast Skin And Vein Clinic
03.2021 - 03.2022

Vascular Sonographer

South Sydney Vascular Center
01.2018 - 03.2022

Allied Health Assistant

Kareena Private Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2021

Graduate Diploma of Vascular Sonography - 2020-2021

Western Sydney University

Bachelor of Medical Science - 2013-2016

University of Wollongong
Joshua Duncan