Samantha Gardam
Sunshine Coast,QLD
Summary
Motivated and reliable Radiographer with a passion for providing excellent patient-centered care. Skilled at performing diagnostic X-rays across all areas including; fluoroscopy and theatre. Ability to work as a Solo Radiographer in rural setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiographer HP3.3
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Super-user for Phillips Zenition 70 with ability to train other staff on the system and processes
- Enhance the efficiency of workflow by conducting a comprehensive analysis of the existing protocols on the X-ray Consoles, ensuring their alignment with the SCUH protocols
- Operated and helped maintain complex radiographic equipment, completing calibrations when required to maintain optimal performance
- Test, record and report compliance of theatre lead PPE to ensure equipment meets Standard 1.5 of DIAS standards and send defective lead to medical physicists for final approval
- Researched and developed a presentation to further educate myself and my peers on a unique fluoroscopy examination
- Provide constructive feedback to students, helping them develop their technical skills and professional behaviour.
Radiographer HP3.2
Townsville University Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked across a 3-shift roster, providing services morning, afternoon, overnight and on-call coverage to one of the busiest hospitals in North QLD
- Work autonomously as a solo radiographer providing leave coverage for several rural hospitals, successfully managing responsibilities, and keeping the crucial service available
- Coordinating and managing a team of 4 radiographers to facilitate the delivery of intra-operative imaging in a timely manner
- Coordinate, facilitate timely running of full day lists of Fluoroscopy while maintaining the highest level of patient care
- Contributing to assessment and documentation of Reject analysis, through categorizing the reasons for rejecting past images on the SIEMENS YSIO
- Contributor to department education session and student allied health sessions
- Troubleshoot technical problems and report all faults that have the potential to cause safety or radiation incidents to the team leaders, making sure to put appropriate out of services tags on the affected equipment
4th Year Student
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Experience gained across multiple modalities including general, emergency and mobile radiography and theatres
- Experience and knowledge gained completing CTs on Siemens Scanners
Education
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science -
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW10.2021
NSW High School Certificate -
James Fallon High School
Albury, NSW12.2016
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Task Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- IMPAX, RIS, and IEMR skills
- Effective communication
- Reliable and highly motivated
- Proficient in Donning/Doffing process
References
Melanie Evans, Clinical Manager Radiography, Sunshine Coast University Hospital,
- Melanie.Evans2@health.qld.gov.au
Debbie Watson, DEM Clinical Manager, Sunshine Coast University Hospital,
- Debbie.Watson@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Radiographer HP3.3
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Radiographer HP3.2
Townsville University Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2023
4th Year Student
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science -
Charles Sturt University
NSW High School Certificate -
James Fallon High School
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