Benedict Nowak
Aylesbury,Buckinghamshire
Summary
Skilled doctor working in Medicine who has completed an iBSc in Biomedical Engineering with a high interest in medical engineering and its real-life applications. Grown up in Germany and graduated from school in Sedbergh U.K. Gained extended work experience as an MRI Assistant, fully integrated into the operating schedule of a radiology ward functioning at high clock rate, with additional experience working in an engineering lab. Course representative in university, trained in public speaking, teamwork, leadership and comfortable in high pressure situations. Awarded a first research degree in biomedical engineering, researching bone replacement materials. Open minded and curious character with passion for medicine, engineering and with distinct mathematical physical comprehension. Looking for opportunities to go beyond the traditional boundaries set by medicine and find new ways to improve patients care
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6066
6066
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Doctor
NHS Thames Valley
Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire
07.2024 - Current
- Collected experience in Cardiology working in a Coronary Care unit and Stroke and Cardiac receiving unit in a local primary PCI centre
- Diagnosed and treated a variety of conditions, providing quality care
- Worked as part of the Cardiac crash team, responsible for managing deteriorating patients
- Collaborated with nurses and member of the Multidisciplinary Team for optimal patient outcomes
- Performed regular patient check-ups, post procedure check ups and ensuring early detection of potential health issues.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, prioritising patient safety.
- Led a quality improvement project aimed at improving care efficiency and patient safety in a local hospital
MRI Assistant
Med 360
Bensberg, Germany
11.2017 - 08.2023
- Conducted regular checks of radiology machines to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.
- Responsible for programming and adjusting different MRI scans
- Examined and managed over 15,000 patients
- Ensured patient safety by following strict guidelines during MRI procedures.
- Conduct scans on high risk patients, including patients from ITU that require continuous monitoring
- Assisted radiologists with complex diagnostic procedures for accurate results
- Operated and maintained MRI equipment, contributing to efficient workflow
- Trained new Radiographers and MRI Assistants in MRI Imaging and Technology
- Acquired a distinct understanding of the scientific background and physics involved in MRI scans
Education
MBBS Medicine - Medicine
Barts And The London
London Sep 2018 - 07.2024
iBSc - Biomedical Engineering and Clinical Materials
Queen Mary University of London
London Sep 2021 - 07.2022
A-Levels -
Sedbergh School
Sedbergh Aug 2015 - 07.2017
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Adept at prioritising
- Resilient under pressure
- Strong empathy
- In depth understanding of Medical Biomaterial Engineering
- Materials science knowledge and research experience
Languages
German
Native
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
- Finished top of the year at Sedbergh School for A-levels and was awarded a “Scholars booth”
- Part of the U15 Fencing teams at “Turnverein Hoffnungtahl 1907 e.V”. and “TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen”, including a third place at a state wide tournament
- Competed in the 2020 and 2024 LUCA cross-country championships
Activities
o Member of the Barts and the London Running, Water polo and Tennis societies and member of the QMUL Squash club
o President of Barts and The London Tennis Society 2022/23
- Society nominated for society of the year
o Treasurer of Barts and The London Tennis Society 2021/22
o Volunteering and Fundraising officer of Barts and The London Tennis Society 2023/24
o Welfare officer of Barts and The London Tennis Society 2023/24
o Social Secretary of Barts and The London Running club 2020/21
o Strong interest in music, capable in playing clarinet and piano
Volunteering
o Helper in the execution of coronavirus vaccine trial from Johnson-Johnson (December 2020- February 2021)
o Organisation of multiple charity events for Barts and The London Tennis and Running societies
Other
o Co-founder and treasurer of Barts and the London Wilderness and Extreme Medicine society (2019/20)
o Founder and president of Barts and the London Radiology Society (2034/24)
Timeline
Doctor
NHS Thames Valley
07.2024 - Current
MRI Assistant
Med 360
11.2017 - 08.2023
MBBS Medicine - Medicine
Barts And The London
Sep 2018 - 07.2024
iBSc - Biomedical Engineering and Clinical Materials
Queen Mary University of London
Sep 2021 - 07.2022
A-Levels -
Sedbergh School
Aug 2015 - 07.2017
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