Janine Slade
Condobolin,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Chief Radiographer at Condobolin Health Service with expertise in ultrasound imaging and a proven ability to enhance departmental services. Demonstrates strong mentoring skills, ensuring staff development and compliance with accreditation standards. Committed to continuous improvement and high-quality patient care, while proficient in equipment maintenance and effective communication.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Radiographer/ Sonographer
Condobolin Health Service
Condobolin, NSW
06.2006 - Current
- Maintained an X-ray service for the region.
- Established ultrasound service in 2008.
- Ensured consistent availability through dedicated on-call responsibilities.
- Onboarded and mentored a new staff member within the department in 2015.
- Oversaw extensive renovations for the Medical Imaging Department.
- Maintained a training regime for a trainee sonographer.
- I currently maintain the Accreditation Portfolio with another staff member.
- Currently, I am a member of the Medical Imaging Quality and Safety Committee as a small hospital representative
- Introduced an OPG service for our local dentist in 2022.
- Directed comprehensive upgrades for our Medical Imaging Department.
- Supported Forbes Health Service in an ultrasound service for approximately 12 months, including Combined First Trimester Screening.
- Handled Healthroster responsibilities efficiently when the Chief Radiographer in Forbes was not present.
- Currently supporting Orange Health Service in ultrasound service delivery.
- Liaise with service technicians and applications specialists while maintaining the integrity of the medical imaging equipment.
Head Sonographer
Central West Nuclear Medicine & Ultrasound
Orange, NSW
03.1993 - 02.2002
- Worked in a busy department, performing ultrasound examinations.
- Instructed various sonographers as department expanded.
- Aided in performing ultrasound-guided biopsies.
Radiographer, Trainee Sonographer
The Prince of Wales Hospital
Randwick, NSW
01.1989 - 05.1992
- Undertook and finalized ultrasound training.
- Contributed to high-volume pediatric ultrasound clinics.
- Engaged in a persistent 24-hour duty rotation.
- Provided on-call support for operating theatres.
Trainee Radiographer
St Vincent's Hospital
Darlinghurst, NSW
01.1986 - 01.1989
- Worked ED shifts in a demanding emergency department environment.
- Operated effectively under a continuous shift roster.
- Radiography training successfully completed.
Education
Master of Medical Sonography - Ultrasound Course Work/ Clinical Skills
University of South Australia
Adelaide SA12-2017
Graduate Diploma of Applied Science ( Medical Ultrasonography) - Ultrasound
Sydney University
Sydney12-1992
Graduate Diploma in Applied Science ( Medical Imaging) -
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga12-1990
Associate Diploma in Diognostic Radiography - Radiography
Sydney Technical College
Sydney12-1988
Skills
- General X-ray service in a DR environment
- Ultrasound imaging services, including First Trimester Screening, neonatal hip, and brain studies, general ultrasound, and vascular, obstetric, and gynecological studies
- Overseeing the day-to-day activities in the Medical Imaging Department, including scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation
- Supervising and mentoring staff, providing clinical guidance, and fostering a positive work environment
- Maintaining a clinical caseload, including performing diagnostic imaging procedures, as well as on-call duties
- Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, policies, and regulations to maintain a high quality of patient care
- Striving for continuous improvement: driving the expansion and enhancement of imaging services, including implementing new technologies and processes
- Accreditation
- Healthroster
- IIMS management
- Karisma and Sectra proficient
- Manage staff leave and relief recruitment
- IPM trained
- Regulatory compliance for local accreditation
- Time management in a busy work environment
- Records management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Data confidentiality
- Appointment scheduling
Affiliations
- Currently completing a Certificate 4 in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
- Member of the Condobolin Pony Club
- I enjoy maintaining my garden at home.
Accomplishments
- I successfully received funding from an external donor to purchase an ultrasound machine and establish our ultrasound service which remains operating to this day as well as funding to assist with the purchase of our OPG machine.
- I was successful in a scholarship application with SARA which assisted me in completing my Masters Degree in Medical Sonography.
- The Medical Imaging Department in Condobolin Health Service was awarded the WNSW Medical Imaging Activity Award as the busiest department in a small hospital.
Certification
- Master of Medical Sonography from University of South Australia
Referees
Nadine Jacobs
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
Condobolin Health Service
Phone: 02 6890 1524/ 0484 929 088
Timeline
Chief Radiographer/ Sonographer
Condobolin Health Service
06.2006 - Current
Head Sonographer
Central West Nuclear Medicine & Ultrasound
03.1993 - 02.2002
Radiographer, Trainee Sonographer
The Prince of Wales Hospital
01.1989 - 05.1992
Trainee Radiographer
St Vincent's Hospital
01.1986 - 01.1989
Master of Medical Sonography - Ultrasound Course Work/ Clinical Skills
University of South Australia
Graduate Diploma of Applied Science ( Medical Ultrasonography) - Ultrasound
Sydney University
Graduate Diploma in Applied Science ( Medical Imaging) -
Charles Sturt University
Associate Diploma in Diognostic Radiography - Radiography
Sydney Technical College
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