LAURA WHITHAM
THURSBY,CUMBRIA
Summary
A dedicated medical professional with 20 years experience in Radiography and 2 years experience in General, Gynaecology and Obstetric ultrasound . Demonstrating resilience in stressful situations, ensuring diagnostic accuracy and effective emergency response. Committed to maintaining professional development and continuous learning, with a strong understanding of medical ethics and confidentiality adherence. Skilled in fostering a safe environment and providing post-procedural support, while adapting to technology updates seamlessly. Career goal: to further enhance diagnostic capabilities and patient care through advanced imaging techniques.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sonographer
North Cumbria University Hospitals
Carlisle, Carlisle
01.2024 - Current
- Dedicated medical professional with 20 years experience in Radiology.
- Updated patient records meticulously to maintain accurate medical histories.
- Kept abreast of latest developments in sonography through continuous professional development courses.
- Provided detailed images for diagnostics using advanced ultrasound technology.
- Upheld privacy and confidentiality standards throughout all interactions with patients and their data.
- Improved patient comfort during ultrasound procedures by explaining each step and answering questions.
- Followed safety protocols whilst handling ultrasound equipment, reducing workplace accidents.
- Established patient trust and positive rapport while conducting x-ray and ultrasound examinations.
- Adhered to safety regulations whilst handling ultrasound equipment, protecting patients and staff alike from potential hazards.
- Maintained ultrasound equipment, extending its lifespan and reliability.
- Managed scheduling of appointments efficiently to maximise utilisation of resources.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate care and effective communication.
- Delivered high standard of care using a compassionate approach.
Radiographer
North Cumbria University Hospitals
Carlisle, Cumbria
09.2006 - 07.2022
- Reviewed physician orders carefully, guaranteeing correct execution of requested examinations.
- Assisted physicians in interpreting radiography results, aiding diagnosis process.
- Maintained patient safety during radiography sessions, minimising exposure to radiation.
- Conducted regular checks of radiology machines to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
St Martins College
Carlisle, Cumbria 09.2003 - 06.2006
Certificate of Higher Education - Sonography
University of Cumbria
Carlisle 01.2021 - 07.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Forensic Radiography
University of Teesside
Teesside 01.2010 - 01.2011
Skills
- Resilience to stressful situations
- Medical ethics understanding
- Empathy towards patients' anxieties
- Fostering a safe environment
- Confidentiality adherence
- Radiological protocol adherence
- Diagnostic imaging processing
- Patient care prioritisation
- Imaging software usage
- Maintaining professional development
- Diagnostic accuracy
- Consistency in practice
- Continuous learning
- Ultrasound equipment operation
- Radiology safety measures
Certification
I have completed the following CPD sessions/ courses via in house training, study days and online webinars.
Breaking bad news study event 2023 (CIC)
Tiny Tickers - The Fetal Heart 2024 (WCH)
Canon Obstetric Anomalies Study day Glasgow 2024
BMUS Gynaecology Study day Glasgow 2025
Timeline
Sonographer
North Cumbria University Hospitals
01.2024 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Sonography
University of Cumbria
01.2021 - 07.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Forensic Radiography
University of Teesside
01.2010 - 01.2011
Radiographer
North Cumbria University Hospitals
09.2006 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
St Martins College
09.2003 - 06.2006
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