Kristy Heron
Port Macquarie,Australia
Summary
Confident and empathetic sonographer with five years’ ultrasound experience across public and private healthcare; supported by over ten years in medical imaging. Delivers accurate, high-quality diagnostic studies in fast-paced clinical environments through a calm, systematic and patient-centred approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonographer
Lumus Medical Imaging
01.2025 - Current
- Performs a full range of general, obstetric, gynaecological, musculoskeletal, superficial, paediatric, basic vascular and obstetrics including nuchal translucency examinations.
- Utilized Mindray ultrasound systems across multiple private practice sites to deliver accurate diagnostic imaging.
- Works autonomously within a busy clinical environment while maintaining high diagnostic standards.
- Provides high-quality patient care through education, preparation and communication.
- Relay findings promptly to radiologists and referring doctors to facilitate timely patient care.
- Assists with the supervision and support of trainee sonographers.
Sonographer
In Focus Radiology
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked efficiently within a privately owned radiology clinic across three practices.
- Performed a broad caseload including abdominal, obstetric, gynaecology, musculoskeletal, superficial parts, paediatric and basic vascular examinations.
- Coordinated interventional procedures including biopsies, joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections with onsite radiologists.
- Utilised GE Logiq E9, Canon Aplio 550 and Siemens Acuson Sequoia systems.
Sonographer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Performed abdominal, obstetric & gynaecology, superficial parts, paediatric, and basic vascular examinations.
- Operated Canon Aplio 500/550 and GE Logiq E9 ultrasound machines.
- Supported and trained junior sonographers alongside the clinical educator.
- Participated in after-hours, weekend and on-call rosters.
- Completed an ultrasound traineeship (Sep 2018 - Jun 2020) and accepted a permanent role in June 2020.
Clinical Educator & Radiation Safety Officer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supervised radiography students (Years 1-4) on clinical placement.
- Delivered CPD sessions, in-service training and mandatory education.
- Maintained radiation compliance and monitored licence and dosimetry requirements.
- Conducted manual handling training with Injury Prevention Physiotherapy.
Radiographer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Worked across general X-ray, theatre, fluoroscopy and CT.
- Operated Toshiba Aquilion Prime (160-slice) and GE Lightspeed (64-slice) scanners.
- Provided ongoing radiography services after becoming a sonographer to assist with staffing needs.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Medical Ultrasound
University of South Australia
01.2020
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Diagnostic Radiography
University of Newcastle
01.2015
Registrations And Certifications
- ASAR Registration- Member No. 9135
- ASA Member
- Nuchal Translucency Certification- Operator ID 15969
- AHPRA Registration (non-practising)- MRP0002003336
- Teaching on the Run Program, 2017
References
- Jeremy Hickson, Chief Sonographer, In Focus Radiology- 0434815994
- Kelda Edwards, Senior Sonographer, In Focus Radiology - 0411568454
Timeline
Sonographer
Lumus Medical Imaging
01.2025 - Current
Sonographer
In Focus Radiology
01.2023 - 12.2024
Sonographer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2018 - 12.2022
Clinical Educator & Radiation Safety Officer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
Radiographer
North Canberra Health Services
01.2016 - 12.2022
Graduate Diploma - Medical Ultrasound
University of South Australia
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Diagnostic Radiography
University of Newcastle