FARAZ ABDUL KALAM
MRI RADIOGRAPHER
Frimley,
Summary
HCPC-registered MRI Radiographer with 2 years of UK experience delivering MRI services within a busy NHS acute hospital environment at Frimley Park Hospital via InHealth. Experienced in independent MRI practice, complex neuro and body imaging, contrast administration, MRI safety, and patient-centered care. Demonstrates strong capability in supporting junior staff, supervising students, maintaining governance standards, and contributing to efficient service delivery. Actively seeking progression to a Senior MRI Radiographer role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
MRI Radiographer
InHealth
08.2023 - Current
- Independently perform a wide range of MRI examinations including neuro, spine, MSK, body, and contrast-enhanced studies.
- Work autonomously as the sole MRI radiographer on allocated lists, managing workflow, prioritization, and patient safety.
- Participate in the MRI on-call rota, providing emergency and out-of-hours imaging support.
- Contributes to MRI system protocol management, ensuring protocols are optimized, standardized, and aligned with clinical requirements and safety standards.
- Ensure compliance with MRI safety policies, MHRA guidance, and IR(ME)R 2017.
- Undertake comprehensive MRI safety screening and administer IV contrast in line with PGDs.
- Support and supervise junior radiographers, assistant practitioners, and students.
- Liaise effectively with radiologists, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintain high standards of patient care, dignity, infection control, and documentation.
- Lead member of the MRI emergency evacuation team, supporting emergency preparedness and drills.
Radiographer
Aster MIMS Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Equipments:
- MRI 1.5T Philips Achieva
- CT Ingenuity 128 Slice Philips
- Area of Expertise
- Well experienced in MRI and CT modalities.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physician's orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Handled all kinds of imaging techniques like digital and computer radiography
- Implementing radiation safety policies and procedures
- Doing all kinds of periodical maintenance record works
- Able to successfully carryout contrast studies, pediatric and trauma cases exceptionally well
Education
Bachelors in - Medical Imaging Technology
Mangala College Of Allied Health Sciences
Mangalore08.2021
Skills
MRI safety and governance
Ethics and confidentiality
Image analysis
Medication administration
Spectroscopy techniques
Cross-sectional anatomy
Protocol optimization
Post-processing techniques
Picture archiving and communication system
Intravenous access
Clinical decision-making
Certification
Health & Care Professions Council - Diagnostic Radiographer. Registration number : RA092039. London, UK.
Conferences and CPDs
- Attended National and international radiography and MRI conferences in India.
- Ongoing CPD aligned with HCPC requirements.
References
Available on request
Timeline
MRI Radiographer
InHealth
08.2023 - Current
Radiographer
Aster MIMS Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelors in - Medical Imaging Technology
Mangala College Of Allied Health Sciences