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
Sydney
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
Chelsea, London, UK
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