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Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

I maintain a high level of CPD through research and e-learning, ensuring that I am up to date with recent advancements in radiographic equipments.I undertake diagnostic imaging examination in a caring and professional manner, communicating effectively with patient to solicit their consent andcooperation and facilitate the acquisition of high quality diagnostic images.Proficient in the use of CR system.I use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and staff.I confirm with patient or patient's relative their name, clinical history and previous X-rays done.I confirm the pregnancy status of a female patient before carrying out the examination.Management of patients' waiting time in the unit by ensuring fast and effective measures to attend to patients as soon as their request cards arereceived.I review diagnostic images' quality and file diagnostic images' into appropriate patient records.I am responsible for sending patients' images to the Radiologist for reportingI am proficient in the use of PACS.I participate in the department monthly audit.I maintain inventory and supply levels for materials used in the department.In the absence of my line manager, I manage the daily activities of the department, upholding safety precautions in the care and handling of the X-raymachine and other equipment.I perform other job related tasks as assigned by the management.I keep check of the functionality of the machine, recording any fault and reporting to the appropriate person. I also ensure that the machines are routinely maintained by getting in touch with the Service Engineer for the QA/QC.

I maintained a high level of CPD through research and e-learning, ensuring that I am up to date with recent advancements in radiographic equipments.I undertook diagnostic imaging examination in a caring and professional manner, communicating effectively with patient to solicit their consent andcooperation and facilitate the acquisition of high quality diagnostic images.Proficient in the use of CR system.I assisted radiologists in administering Contrast media and also inform the radiologists of patient's history.I used radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and staff.I confirmed with patient or patient's relative their name, clinical history and previous X-rays done.I confirmed the pregnancy status of a female patient before carrying out the examination.Management of patients' waiting time in the unit by ensuring fast and effective measures to attend to patients as soon as their request cards arereceived.I reviewed diagnostic images' quality and file diagnostic images' into appropriate patient records.I ensured to plan and prioritize properly while carrying out emergency services, maintaining proper composure and competence during eachinvestigation, also ensure proper cleaning and disinfection after each procedure.I tutor/supervise students on clinical posting.I maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, films, catheters, syringes and other accessories.In the absence of my line manager, I managed the daily activities of the department, upholding safety precautions in the care and handling of the X-raymachine and other equipment.I perform other job related tasks as assigned by the management.

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Maintained high-level of CPD to provide accurate and effective radiography services.Worked closely with senior radiographers' to maintain optimum levels of patient care.Carried out day-to-day imaging duties accurately and efficiently.Captured and developed diagnoses images following the physician's orders.Undertook on-call and night duties, providing emergency imaging services for general and theatre Radiography.Worked with an extremely diverse patient population, ensuring patients' dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.Assisted radiologists in administering Contrast media and also informs the radiologists of patient's history.Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patient and staff.Positioned imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination.Worked autonomously during daily practices and whilst working on-call, where lone working requires one to exercise professional judgement in effectively prioritising and managing workload and in justifying and undertaking radiological examinations.Communication_ worked as a team member through interaction, assistance and demonstration so as to ensure that patient received timely efficient care that facilitates the best possible patient outcomes. I also maintained effective communication with patient, ensured that I explained any procedure to be done to them in a caring manner, took care to obtain their consent and cooperation.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Radiography

Activities and Societies: Radiographers'Registration Board of Nigeria Association of Radiographers Nigeria

National Diploma, Environmental Health Science