Radiographer, mammographer specialist
Resume:
FAZELLA BEE ISMAIL
ADDRESS : ** ********* *****, *********,*******, Durban
PHONE : 081******* E-MAIL : **********@*****.***
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Effective leader known for motivating staff and improving patient care. Supervised digital mammography department. Streamlined operational management for improved efficiency. Pride myself on ability to excel in high pressure environments.
WORK EXPERIENCE
APRIL 2021- CURRENTLY
MAMMOGRAPHY SPECIALIST, LAKE, SMIT AND PARTNERS, JUST FOR WOMEN DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY CENTRE
Performs digital tomosynthesis mammography.
Performs stereotactic imaging and assist radiologist with vacuum assisted breast biopsies
Perform imaging and assist radiologist with stereotactic breast biopsies
Perform imaging and assist radiologist with breast needle localisations
Perform ultrasound breast scans
Perform ultrasound imaging during breast biopsies
Perform ultrasound imaging during ultrasound breast procedures
Perform DEXA or bone density scans
Train staff and students
Troubleshoot equipment errors
Perform quality assurance on all equipment
AUGUST 2017 – MARCH 2021
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, LAKE,SMIT AND PARTNERS, JUST FOR WOMEN DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY CENTRE
Responsible for the daily operations of the department.
Train, upskill and manage staff
Manage staffing to ensure all examinations are completed expeditiously
Design and implement operational strategies
Oversee healthcare and radiation policies and procedures
CPD presentations to staff
Troubleshoot equipment errors
Ensure compliance with radiation and quality control guidelines
Roster both radiographic and administrative staff
Responsible for stock control
Manage both administrative and clinical duties
Attend venue management meetings and provide input concerning policies and implementation as per the mammography department
JUNE 2015- JULY 2017
MAMMOGRAPHY MODALITY SPECIALIST, LAKE,SMIT AND PARTNERS, JUST FOR WOMEN DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY CENTRE
Responsible for the mammography modality
Training staff in mammography, ultrasound breast scans, bone mineral density scans as well as breast imaging and diagnostic procedures
Troubleshoot equipment errors
Ensure compliance with radiation and quality control guidelines
Responsible for stock control
Manage both administrative and clinical duties
Attend modality management meetings and provide input concerning mammography.
NOVEMBER 2011 – JUNE 2015
MAMMOGRAPHY SPECIALIST/ HEAD MAMMOGRAPHER, LAKE,SMIT AND PARTNERS, JUST FOR WOMEN DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY CENTRE
Responsible for the first specialized mammography department in Durban
Training staff in mammography, ultrasound breast scans, bone mineral density scans as well as breast imaging and diagnostic procedures
Troubleshoot equipment errors
Ensure compliance with radiation and quality control guidelines
MARCH 2010 – OCTOBER 2011
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, LAKE, SMIT AND PARTNERS, PARKLANDS HOSPITAL X-RAY DEPARTMENT
Responsible for the daily operations of a multi modality x-ray department
MARCH 2008 – MARCH 2010
SECOND IN CHARGE OF X-RAY DEPARTMENT, PARKLANDS HOSPITAL
Responsible for providing support and assistance to head of department.
SEPTEMBER 2003 – FEBRUARY 2008
GENERAL RADIOGRAPHER, LAKE, SMIT AND PARTNERS, PARKLANDS HOSPITAL X-RAY DEPARTMENT
JUNE 2003 – AUGUST 2003
GENERAL RADIOGRAPHER, TAWAM HOSPITAL, U.A.E
JANUARY 2000 – MAY 2003
GENERAL RADIOGRAPHER, LAKE, SMIT AND PARTNERS, PARKLANDS HOSPITAL X-RAY DEPARTMENT
EDUCATION
2017
BREAST ULTRASOUND, BURWIN INSTITUTE OF DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND – CANADA
2009
MAMMOGRAPHY CERTIFICATION, DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT)
Achieved highest final mark in class.
1999
NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN RADIOGRAPHY, TECHNIKON NATAL
ADDITIONAL COURSES
2019
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
2017
LEADERSHIP, THE RIGHT WAY, KZN BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE
2017
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS, KZN BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE
2017
LEADERSHIP, MOTIVATING AND DEVELOPING TEAMS, KZN BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE
2017
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENT, KZN BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE
2017
SELF MASTERY, KZN BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE
SKILLS
Motivated team leader who is able to bring out the strengths of staff.
Experienced mammography leader with an extensive knowledge of mammography procedures and operations management.
Strategic thinker with an ability to create achievable plans for improvements and to devise appropriate implementation strategies.
ACTIVITIES
I am passionate about with interactions with people from our diverse population. I enjoy quality time spent with family and friends.
REFERENCES:
1.Dr Y Parag (Specialist radiologist)
*********.*****@********.**.**
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