Tara Jones
Killarney Vale,NSW
Summary
A Radiographer with 13 years experience working in the private health care sector. During this time I have carried out duties in a variety of areas including MRI, Computed Tomography, Mammography, Angiography, General x-ray, Theatre, Fluoroscopy and Bone Mineral Densitometry. I have worked within a team environment and independently across all modalities. I am a self-motivated, friendly and enthusiastic individual, who is always looking to develop new skills and experience in different areas of radiography. I have a proven track record of competent technical skills and a high personal standard of work. I hold all relevant qualifications, licensing and registrations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Locum Radiographer
Prince Of Wales Private Hospital
Senior Radiographer
St Vincent's Private Hospital
11.2011 - Current
* Computed Tomography - Including Interventional procedures,Cardiac CT, angiograms and the workups of such studies (GE equipment)
* Mammography - Including spot compression and magnification views, specimen views, vacuum guided biopsies and hook wire localisation procedures
* General, Mobile & Theatre Radiography - Including ICU and specialised orthopaedic radiography
* Fluoroscopy - Including Cortisone Injections, Barium studies and Lap Band adjustments
* Training of Graduates and Students
* OPG, LAT CEPH, TMJ views
* Cannulation and administration of contrast media
* On Call duties
* Theatre/Mobile Radiography at St Luke’s Hospital/Nursing Home Darlinghurst
* Independent CT shifts within a private practice Darlinghurst X- Ray
Senior Radiographer
The Lister Hospital
05.2015 - 04.2017
* Computed Tomography - Including Cardiac CT, angiograms, Interventional procedures (GE and Toshiba equipment)
* Mammography - Including spot compression and magnification views, specimen views, vacuum guided biopsies and hook wire localisation procedures, training of staff, coordinating Consultants Breast lists
* Active involvement in PGMI Breast Screen grading system
* General, Mobile & Theatre Radiography
* Fluoroscopy - Including HSG, ERCP and PICC line procedures
* OPG and TMJ views
* Bone Mineral Densiometry
* Cannulation and administration of contrast media
* Administrative/Bookings experience
* Coordinating Radiologist’s U/S lists (Chaperoning Patients, room set-up, assisting with Injections/Biopsies)
* On Call Duties
Education
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Diagnostic Radiography
The University of Newcastle
2011
Statement of Attainment - Medical Terminology
OTEN
2008
High School Certificate - UAI: 92.25
St Joseph's Catholic College
East Gosford, NSW2007
Skills
* High patient care priority
* Ability to prioritise when necessary and cope with large workloads
* Adaptable to shift work, including weekends and on call
* Extensive experience supervising students and graduates
* Willingness to learn and implement new procedure and techniques
* Strong understanding of the importance of radiation and patient safety
* Ongoing involvement in Continuing Professional Development
* PACS and RIS trained
* Cannulation and administration of contrast media
* MRI 15T and 3T trained
* ASMIRT level 1 MRI certified
* Cardiac CT trained
* Extensive training in Breast MRI, including vacuum assisted MRI biopsies
* Extensive training in Mammography, including stereotactic vacuum assisted biopsies, hookwire localisation procedures, savi scout procedures and operating Suros biopsy equipment
Timeline
Senior Radiographer
The Lister Hospital
05.2015 - 04.2017
Senior Radiographer
St Vincent's Private Hospital
11.2011 - Current
Locum Radiographer
Prince Of Wales Private Hospital
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Diagnostic Radiography
The University of Newcastle
Statement of Attainment - Medical Terminology
OTEN
High School Certificate - UAI: 92.25
St Joseph's Catholic College