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Steven Oreo

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Patient-focused senior Sonographer with 20 years of experience operating cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic instrumentation. Clear communicator with clarity in assessing physician needs, patient physical position and recommendations for post-scan care considerations. Extensive experience in Sonographer reporting. Proven ability to work both as a sole practitioner and as part of a large diagnostic team.

Approachable and nurturing system operator with acute awareness of patient comfort level and adaptability in unprecedented scenarios.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Sonographer Practitioner and Director

Rural Ultrasound Service
02.2008 - Current
    • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of ultrasound procedures and addressing concerns.
    • Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.
    • Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
    • Streamlined workflow by maintaining organized workstations and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
    • Provided compassionate care to patients, contributing to a positive and supportive environment.
    • Mentored new sonographers, sharing expertise in scanning techniques and best practices.
    • Assisted in the development of department protocols, leading to increased standardization and consistency among staff.
    • Improved department efficiency through proficient use of electronic medical records and PACS systems.
    • Provide a comprehensive Ultrasound service to 7 rural towns across rural Queensland on a rotating roster.
    • Responsible for accreditation of the practice.
    • Deliver timely Sonographer reports to referring clinicians on urgent cases.
    • Accredited Medical Sonographer - able to perform all Obstetric examinations including early pregnancy , First trimester screening Nuchal translucency risk assessment, Morphology and third trimester Fetal wellbeing assessment. All general ultrasound examinations including abdominal,renal pelvic, small parts musculoskeletal and vascular ultrasound.
    • Able to work in remote setting and liaise with clinicians when urgent clinical follow up is warranted without supervision.

Sole Radiographer Sonographer

Southside X-ray Services
05.2004 - 01.2008
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate radiographic imaging services.
  • Enhanced diagnostic capabilities for physicians through the timely delivery of high-quality radiographs.
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining the workflow and optimizing equipment usage.
  • Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to radiation protection protocols during all imaging procedures.
  • Maintained optimal image quality by performing routine equipment maintenance and calibration checks.
  • Increased department efficiency by effectively prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as scheduling appointments, preparing patients, and processing images.

Senior Relieving Radiographer Sonographer

Specialized Health Services PAH
06.2000 - 04.2004
  • As a Senior Radiographer/ Sonographer responsible for relieving incumbent Radiographers for Holiday leave in all public hospitals across rural Queensland.
  • Ability to work as a team member in a multi disciplined practice or as a sole practitioner providing high quality Radiography and Sonography services.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate radiographic imaging services.
  • Enhanced diagnostic capabilities for physicians through the timely delivery of high-quality radiographs and sonograms
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining the workflow and optimizing equipment usage.
  • Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to radiation protection protocols during all imaging procedures.
  • Maintained optimal image quality by performing routine equipment maintenance and calibration checks.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop optimized imaging protocols for various clinical scenarios.
  • Increased department efficiency by effectively prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as scheduling appointments, preparing patients, and processing images.
  • Enhanced diagnostic capabilities for physicians through the timely delivery of high-quality radiographs.

Radiographer and Student Sonographer

Prince Charles Hospital
06.1998 - 05.2000
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate radiographic imaging services.
  • Enhanced diagnostic capabilities for physicians through the timely delivery of high-quality radiographs.
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining the workflow and optimizing equipment usage.
  • Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to radiation protection protocols during all imaging procedures.
  • Work as a student sonographer rostered in ultrasound fortnightly.

Diagnostic Radiographer and Student Sonographer

Royal Adelaide Hospital
05.1994 - 05.1998
  • Enhanced patient care by providing accurate and timely diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes through quality radiographic services.
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining workflow processes and improving departmental efficiency.
  • Gain enough experience in all aspects of a major public hospital to be made a shift supervisor.
  • Secured a training position in Ultrasound and enrolled in post graduate diploma at the university of South Australia.

Education

Master of Medical Sonography - Medical Ultrasound

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA
03.2009

Graduate Diploma in Medical Sonography - Medical Ultrasound

University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA
08.2000

Bachelor of App Sci in Medical Radiations - Diagnostic Radiography

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA
04.1994

Skills

  • Advanced diagnostic knowledge accumulated over a 20 year career in diagnostic radiography and sonography
  • Vast experience with sonographer reporting
  • Proven ability to adapt to different work environments seamlessly to provide high quality diagnostic imaging services
  • Communicates well with other team players to optimize patient care and patient outcomes
  • Always willing to learn new skills to keep advancing the philosophy of life long learning
  • Accredited medical sonographer with ASAR
  • Accredited Medical Imaging Practitioner with AHPRA

Accomplishments


    Completed a Masters degree in Medical Ultrasound (Course work)

    Nominated for Sonographer Educator of the year 2014 with the Australian Sonographers Association.

Timeline

Sonographer Practitioner and Director

Rural Ultrasound Service
02.2008 - Current

Sole Radiographer Sonographer

Southside X-ray Services
05.2004 - 01.2008

Senior Relieving Radiographer Sonographer

Specialized Health Services PAH
06.2000 - 04.2004

Radiographer and Student Sonographer

Prince Charles Hospital
06.1998 - 05.2000

Diagnostic Radiographer and Student Sonographer

Royal Adelaide Hospital
05.1994 - 05.1998

Master of Medical Sonography - Medical Ultrasound

University of South Australia

Graduate Diploma in Medical Sonography - Medical Ultrasound

University of Adelaide

Bachelor of App Sci in Medical Radiations - Diagnostic Radiography

University of South Australia

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