Priscilla Petersen
West Hobart,Tasmania
Summary
I am a competent diagnostic radiographer who is highly motivated and skilled in multiple imaging modalities. I am conscious of patient safety and providing the best patient care. I take pride in producing diagnostic quality images and adhering to health, safety and infection control guidelines. Manages varied workloads with strategic planning and prioritization for good schedule adherence. I communicate and collaborate well for helpful multi-disciplinary team support. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Radiographer
Breast Screen
Tasmania
11.2024 - Current
- Improved workflow efficiency through effective collaboration within the department.
- Ensured patient safety by consistently adhering to radiation protection guidelines and regulations.
- Optimized image quality by performing equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting as needed.
- Displayed empathy and compassion to alleviate patient anxiety during exams..
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices and advancements in mammography technology.
Radiographer Mammographer
Saint Helena General Hospital, Helena island
Jamestown
06.2019 - 09.2024
- Developing an existing radiography service which included x-ray imaging (including mobile radiography), CT scanning and theatre fluoroscopy, including Post Mortem CT scans when needed.
- Assessed and justified referrals in accordance with radiation regulations, individual clinical indications and locally agreed protocols.
- Seeking distant telemedicine advise when needed or as requested by the CMO and other referrers.
- Provision of a screening and symptomatic mammography service and assisting the general surgeon with breast localisations and breast core biopsies
- Supporting the Assistant Radiographic Practitioner to maintain registration with the Society of Radiographers UK.
- Producing diagnostic images, adapting technique to individual patient presentation and using correct dose reduction.
- Created and implemented organised workflows within radiography department in line with service delivery demands.
Radiographer Mammographer
Kingsbury Radiology
Cape Town
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Operation of multiple imaging modalities including general radiography, mobile radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, Bone Mineral Density scans, CT and MRI
- Mammography -Digital Breast Tomography, Stereotactic biopsies and Vacuum Assisted Biopsies.
- Responsible for the QA programme for the mammography unit.
- Producing diagnostic images, adapting technique to individual patient presentation and using correct dose reduction for optimal imaging and ensuring patient safety.
- Used compassionate bedside manner to ease patient anxiety and support physical and psychological needs.
Radiographer Mammographer
Cape Radiology (Tuft & Partners Radiology Inc)
Cape Town, Diep River
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Operation of multiple imaging modalities including general radiography, mobile radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, Bone Mineral Density scans, CT.
- Mammography -Digital Breast Tomography and Computed.
- Responsible for the QA programme for the mammography unit.
- Training students and assisting in their assessments.
- Producing diagnostic images, adapting technique to individual patient presentation and using correct dose reduction for optimal imaging and ensuring patient safety.
- Used compassionate bedside manner to ease patient anxiety and support physical and psychological needs.
Education
B-Tech - Diagnostic Radiography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town12.2017
Postgraduate Certificate - Mammography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town12.2012
National Diploma - Diagnostic Radiography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town12.2010
Skills
- General radiography-Static, Mobile and Theatre screening
- Mammography - including Stereotactic biopsies and Vacuum Assisted Breast Biopsies (VABB)
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Bone Mineral Density
- Peripheral Cannulation
Registration
HPCSA Registered
AHPRA registered
CPD
Compliant
Languages
English & Afrikaans
Native
Personal Information
Education
/2010,/2017,/2012
Name & Contact
Timeline
Senior Radiographer
Breast Screen
11.2024 - Current
Radiographer Mammographer
Saint Helena General Hospital, Helena island
06.2019 - 09.2024
Radiographer Mammographer
Kingsbury Radiology
06.2014 - 05.2019
Radiographer Mammographer
Cape Radiology (Tuft & Partners Radiology Inc)
01.2012 - 01.2014
B-Tech - Diagnostic Radiography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Postgraduate Certificate - Mammography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
National Diploma - Diagnostic Radiography
Cape Peninsula University of Technology