BENARD OTIENO OKOTH
Redhill,Surrey
Summary
Adaptable HCPC Registerd Radiographer with experience working in busy diagnostic department providing excellent imaging solutions and patient care. Strong knowledge of radiation protection and safety standards including quality assurance to the patients and the environment. I am an Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Radiographer
East Surrey Hospital
Redhill, Surrey
11.2023 - Current
- Registered HCPC Radiographer
- Assisted junior radiographers in training and development, producing high-performing, diligent radiology teams.
- Managed Continued Professional Development (CPD) to stay up-to-date on current industry developments and technology advancements.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and sent for physician review.
- Welcomed patients, carers, relatives, visitors and other health care staff in polite and professional manner.
- Working in Fluoroscopy for different range of procedures
- working in day surgery
- working in theaters and portable x-rays
- Attended further training and Continued Professional Development (CPD) through ongoing rotation opportunities.
TSRM DEPARTMENT RADIOPROTECTION
LB Servizi per le Aziende srl
ROMA, ITALY
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Working in all regions in Italy to provide quality radiation protection
- Making sure all hospitals, veterinary, and industries use minimum radiation to achieve the best quality
- Installation of dosimeters to measure Radon gas in some areas in Italy
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
RADIOGRAPHER
Fisiocard srl
ROMA
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked in X-ray, CT scan, MRI, and orthopanoramic departments and gave out the best quality images with minimal doses to patients
- Observed radiation protection by ensuring patients wear led uprons
- Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses, and related information
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient, and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements
- Calibrated, maintained, and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime
- Used computed tomography equipment to take images of patients from different angles to form a complete picture of the condition and provide a firm foundation for an accurate diagnosis
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards
- Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques
- Operated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners for required diagnostic imaging procedures
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
INTERNSHIP STUDENT
UNICAMILLUS
ROMA
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Worked as a student intern in the following hospitals: Nuovo ospedale dei casteli - Rome (X-ray, MRI, CT), Ospedale di Frascati – Rome (X-ray, CT), Ospedale Velletri – Rome (X-ray, CT), Ospedale Anzio – Nettuno (X-ray, CT), Ospedale Marino – Rome (X-ray, Mamography, Nuclear Medicine), Ospedale San camilo Forlanini – Rome (Radiotherapy, Nuclear Medicine)
- During my degree study as a radiographer in the above-mentioned hospitals and departments, I delivered quality, excellent results by attaining 1500 hours during my study
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement
- Reported back to the instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities
- Delivered clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques
- Operated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners for required diagnostic imaging procedures
- Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents
- Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care
- Supported radiologists with performing high-quality interventional procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RADIOLOGY, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING AND RADIOTHERAPY
UNICAMILLUS INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
ROME, ITALY 09.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
RINGA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
02.2015 -
No Degree - undefined
BL. TEZZA COMPLEX PRIMARY SCHOOL
10.2011 - undefined
Skills
- Exposure Techniques
- Workplace Safety
- Equipment Operation and Calibration
- Body Scanning
- Answering Questions
- Administer Contrast
- Service Quality
- Maintain Safety
- Body Positioning and Placement
- Magnetic Imaging
- Radiography Processing
- Diagnostic Imaging Services
- Verbal communication
- X-ray machine operation
- Radiology
- Diagnostic imaging
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Luo
Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
Italian
Intermediate
Affiliations
- FOOTBALL
- CAMPING
Timeline
Radiographer
East Surrey Hospital
11.2023 - Current
TSRM DEPARTMENT RADIOPROTECTION
LB Servizi per le Aziende srl
01.2023 - 10.2023
RADIOGRAPHER
Fisiocard srl
12.2022 - 01.2023
INTERNSHIP STUDENT
UNICAMILLUS
09.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - RADIOLOGY, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING AND RADIOTHERAPY
UNICAMILLUS INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
09.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
RINGA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
02.2015 -
No Degree - undefined
BL. TEZZA COMPLEX PRIMARY SCHOOL
10.2011 - undefined
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