HETAL PATEL CV
Rainham, Essex
RM13 9GQ
Email: **************@*******.**.**
Tel: 079********
D.O.B: 04/07/1989
I am a motivated, confident and competent working for the national breast screening service. I can work closely with professionals in any pressurised environment.
Qualifications
Dec 2016- Jan 2017
St Georges University Postgraduate certificate (PGCERT) in Mammography
Sept 2012- July 2015
St Georges University/Kingston University BSc- Diagnostic Radiography
Sept 2011-Sept 2012
St Georges University/Kingston University BSc- Therapeutic Radiography
Sept 2007- June 2010 Upper Second Class Honours in BSc International Business
Brunel University
Professional Body
THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL (HCPC).
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
December 2016- Currently working (2020): Inhealth Group Private Hospital, Provides National Breast Screening Programme to women aged 47-73 years old.
The role involved working at the static clinic and on the mobile screening van in multiple locations. Routinely screen 40 clients per day. As a department we undertake daily screening mammograms, and break the week up by taking assessment full day.
Bilateral and unilateral mammograms, Modified views in assessment clinics, Stereotactic procedures: stereo biopsy, fine needle aspiration, stereotactic localization and specimen radiography Participated in regular assessment clinics, Quality control on mobile and satellite clinic films, responsible for set up and pack of mobile van, Attended CPD meetings and courses, Equipment used: Siemens and Hologic.
January 2016-December 2016: Princess Alexandra Hospital & St Margret Hospital (National Health Service)
General radiography, Trauma radiography and mobile radiography. Theatre radiography, six months CT trained: general equipment was Samsung digital equipment and we used CRIS PACS system.
July 2015- January 2016: Southend University Hospital-NHS (National Health Service)
Newly qualified Radiographer, Routinely undertake 50-80 examinations per day, and a breakdown of a usual day is, theatre work, mobiles and dental x-rays., Equipment: Siemens and Philips.
Continue professional development
IV Cannulation course: in house training done @ Princess Alexandra Hospital (Feb 2016)
British Mammography Symposium, England UK, July 2018.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
CLINICAL PLACEMENTS- (DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY STUDENT SEPT 2012- JULY 2014)
MAY 2014 – DECEMBER 2014 ASHFORD AND ST PETERS HOSPITAL - GUILDFORD ROAD, CHERTSEY, SURREY KT16 0PZ/LONDON ROAD, ASHFORD, MIDDLESEX KT16 0PZ
May 2013-April 2014 Kingston Hospital- Galsworthy Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT2 7QB
WORK EXPERIENCE: (Diagnostic Radiography student)
Health care
Understanding and observing health & safety/ welfare issues within a clinical environment, which includes ionising radiation regulations to protect myself and others.
Assessing patients and their clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic technique.
Competent in performing a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high quality images.
Observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting time, examination and post examination stay.
Providing support and reassurance to patients, taking into account their physical and psychological needs.
Awareness of COSHH (Health and Safety, Infection control regulation, Equal opportunities, Data protection, Risk management and Confidentiality.
Fully aware and respectful of a patient’s rights, as well as their religious and cultural beliefs.
Remain confidential and respect patients dignity and privacy at all time.
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Nov 2009 to Jan 2016Marks and Spencer- Stratford city Westfield shopping centre
Customer Sales Assistant.
General shop assistant duties include maintaining the shop floor standards, replenishment of stock, cash handling and maintaining excellent customer service. I am frequently responsible for opening and closing the float. I also have duties such working on customer collections and ordering items for patients in store.
ADDITONAL SKILLS
Ability to work and plan effectively and efficiently in groups as well independently.
Able to work under pressure in a busy environment and carry out tasks systematically to a high standard.
Manage time and adapt to new environments easily
Excellent written and verbal skills gained throughout university and part time job
Fully competent in using Microsoft Office and basic knowledge in using SPSS packages.
Student Ambassador at Kingston University, helping new student ease into University life.
Additional language: Fluent in speaking and understanding Gujarati and hindi
First Aid Trained and Basic life support qualifications gained.
INTERESTS
I like exploring different cultures and enjoy getting involved in social events and love to meet a variety of people. I also currently keep up with affairs via television and newspapers.
REFEREES
Available Upon Request