CV – KHIZADIA SHEIK AMOD

DECEMBER **, ****

Khizadia Sheik Amod

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003**-********* (Ireland, WhatsApp available)

009**-******** (Qatar, WhatsApp available)

002*-********* (South Africa)

Profile

Radiology Manager with over 10 years of experience in management and over 22 years of experience in the field of Diagnostic Imaging, providing Clinical Support and Development to various Health Organisations and Medical Imaging staff in different parts of the globe. I possess strong multi-tasking skills, with the ability to simultaneously manage several projects and schedules whilst ensuring smooth operations of the department. Excellent communication skills with staff, clients, customers, vendors, equipment,qu and service providers. Organized, dedicated, and dependable professional who is efficiency-focused and ensuring excellent attention to detail and high standards of care is my utmost priority. I believe in a

"hands-on" approach and encourage my team to learn something new every day. Experience:

September 2021 – January 2022

Employed by Medica Ireland as Unit Manager (RSM – Radiology Services Manager) for a newly built Diagnostic Centre in Carrickmines, Dublin.

Assisted the diagnostic team remotely during this period as I was not based in Ireland at the time and worked for Medica remotely from South Africa.

Reviewed and edited policies and procedures, and participated in telephonic and online communications regarding installation of new equipment and software, equipment licensure, staffing and inventory whilst closely collaborating with onsite RSMs and Operational managers.

Maintained communications with vendors regarding applications training and support of newly installed equipment and software required for the diagnostic centre.

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2019- 2020 Head of Radiology

Employed as Head of Radiology/RSM (Radiology Services Manager)– Naufar Wellness Centre 2019-2020.

Naufar is a specialized government purpose-built centre that focuses on the treatment and care provided to patients suffering from drug misuse and addiction. It is a wellness centre with over 127 residential suites treating inpatients as well as providing care and treatment to outpatients where clinical trials and methods of rehabilitation are used for evidence-based research studies.

I was brought into the role of Head of the Radiology department, which was left idle for 4 years before my arrival. I was responsible for department activation and bringing this project to completion and all requirements for operational status were carefully and precisely followed through during my management.

My main focus was to prepare the department to meet the National License requirements of Qatar, ensure all policies and procedures were written and approved, and all Health and Safety requirements necessary for the Radiology department were implemented.

I managed relations with external vendors and necessary Radiology/Physicist bodies to assist with the research focus of our department. My role included but was not limited to:

Managed all aspects of the Radiology department including leading the MRI department as MRI Clinical Specialist.

I managed the dosimetry for the Radiology and Dental services and ensured all appropriate staff were licensed to practice. This was carefully controlled by the RSO under my supervision and guidance.

Manage, plan and coordinate the activities of the Radiology Suite, while ensuring the highest quality of diagnostic imaging services. To provide individual neurophysiological assessments for the treatment of patients to gain an understanding of the neurobiology of addiction and assist these patients with individual prescribed care and treatment during their rehabilitation program at Naufar.

Worked closely with the Project Development team and Executive Management to ensure unit activation and process requirements were being met on time.

Contribution to the development and execution of the department’s long-term strategic plan and ensure alignment with the department’s strategic priorities.

Contribution to the development of annual business plans of the assigned areas of responsibility to support the achievement of financial and strategic objectives.

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Support monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators related to the department to track performance and recommend corrective action.

Manage the activities of direct reports as well as cross-functional clinical teams (i.e. MDT) as appropriate to ensure that all work is carried out in an efficient manner that is in line with the clinical requirements, annual business plans, and policies and procedures.

Ensure achievement of the department's objectives by recruiting and developing staff, setting individual targets and, conducting and reviewing performance reviews/appraisals of direct reports to maximize their performance.

Created and implemented Radiology Operational Manuals, Training and Competency documents and forms, patient information leaflets and patient screening forms for modalities, Risk Assessment documents and guidelines to ensure required training and development of team members with continuous progression and a high level of competence within the team were met.

Support for the Line Manager – Clinical Support in defining an optimum structure for the department to ensure optimum resource utilization, fast decision-making and better communication among staff.

Provided input into preparing and consolidating the department's budget and advising line management on risks and opportunities.

Motivated desired employee behaviour and supported Naufar in achieving its objectives.

Provided input on clinical policies and procedures, clinical protocols, case management, and quality assurance programs in coordination with the clinical teams and in line with clinical standards of care and care pathways.

Managed and coordinated the activities of the Radiology Suite, ensuring their alignment with treatment programs and objectives.

Ensured ongoing communication with reception/administration, to manage appointments efficiently and coordinate patient examinations as required.

Review work schedules and assign duties to staff to maintain patient flow and achieve production goals.

Ensure the accuracy and quality of images produced, to maintain the reliability of the results.

Initiate the purchasing process of radiology equipment, to ensure quality and performance, and alignment with budget policies.

Monitoring equipment’s performance, to identify any technical issues and work on solving them.

Ensuring high standards of cleanliness are met, in line with Health and Safety quality standards, and creating and implementing a Risk Assessment structure for the department.

Supervised effective coordination and monitoring of contractor staff, to ensure service quality.

Safeguard the confidentiality of results, to support the privacy and dignity of patients.

Handled patient complaints and problems in extreme cases, to better resolve radiology incidents and improve patient satisfaction and safety Khizadia Sheik Amod

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Ensured effective communication regarding radiology procedures and examinations, to optimize patient satisfaction and safety

Evaluate patient and Naufar medical staff’s satisfaction regularly to determine actual results and expectations’ gaps, and formulate and execute corrective measures as appropriate.

Seek feedback from healthcare professionals, to improve technical and clinical outcomes.

Stay abreast of the latest technology trends, seek and use best-in-class equipment and improve the quality of images produced.

Ensured proper utilisation and adaptation to the management information systems (PACS, RIS & iEMR) for effective circulation of information, improve efficiency and optimize the utilization of resources.

Worked closely with Naufar’s IT department as the PACS/RIS/iEMR Radiology lead between Naufar and external vendors to ensure updated patient information systems were in place and all patient information was kept strictly confidential.

Recommended improvements to departmental procedures and ensured the implementation of policies, procedures, systems and controls covering the assigned areas of responsibility so that all activities met Naufar’s standards, compliance, and regulatory requirements, align with business requirements and increase clinical and operational efficiency.

Identified opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices considering international leading practices, to improve business processes, and increase operational effectiveness.

Implemented and monitored all safety measures associated with the imaging equipment in Radiology. This includes both radiation and MRI safety measures to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Compliance with regulatory requirements is essential, taking appropriate action where non- compliance is evident.

Ensure that all relevant reports are prepared timely and accurately, and meet the department's requirements, policies and standards.

Conduct random patient incident reports (RCA-Root core analysis) with other Heads of departments for non Radiology incidents to create a non-biased approach to incident findings and solutions/prevention to these incidents from reoccurring.

Conduct necessary research meetings and communications with external support bodies and vendors to ensure Naufar’s Research studies for Radiology receive professional and expert knowledge and support.

In my last posts as Radiology Manager, I managed all aspects of Radiation Quality and compliances, and also hired dedicated radiation safety officers

(RSO) to work with me and manage any radiation queries in my absence.

My position in Naufar as Head of Radiology also involved ensuring all radiation licencing and requirements for the Radiology and dental departments were met. I employed an RSO to assist me and be responsible for any queries in my absence.

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A breakdown of my radiation responsibilities/duties included but was not limited to:

ensuring all radiation policies and procedures were carefully constructed and suited to each department and modality

All policies and procedures were carefully checked by the quality assurance team and approved by the department's physicists and the Director of Radiology/Clinical Director

ensuring all departmental Radiation Licences and compliances with the relevant bodies were met and adhered to (were applicable)

hired RSO staff in various locations to assist with staff training with regard to radiation safety and to closely monitor radiation doses - under my supervision

implemented and improved radiation quality service requirements and checklists for all radiation equipment within the imaging departments.

ensured all staff operating radiation equipment was licenced to do so, had the necessary training and mentoring and that all staff radiation doses were carefully monitored and in keeping with radiation standards and laws of that specific country and location.

dealt with all radiation queries and incidents

provided in-house training as well as external radiation courses necessary for all staff operating and assisting with radiation equipment

provided continued support for all radiation workers to practice ALARA (As low as reasonably achievable)

ensured departments risk assessments included Radiation checklists for each radiation modality and that all staff partook in monthly inspections - under my supervision

ensured all service schedules for equipment were monitored accordingly and that quality assurance programs for each modality were routinely carried out

- under my supervision

2017-2019 Radiology Unit Manager

Radiology Unit Manager/RSM role with Alliance Medical Diagnostic Imaging, based within Clane General Hospital(now known as UPMC), Ireland. (February 2017- February 2019).

My role included but was not limited to:

Responsible for the effective management of the Radiology Diagnostic Centre as a whole, including providing the highest standard of patient care to both in and outpatients visiting Clane General hospital. The majority of patients attending the Radiology department were outpatients seen on an appointment basis as well as walk-in appointments daily. Khizadia Sheik Amod

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Lead the Radiology administration team and ensured all schedules and queries were overseen by myself.

Responsible for department activation of a second MRI unit seeing it throughout project development as well as the complete renovations and relocation of the CT department whilst ensuring patient schedules were not affected.

Received Super User Applications Training on the newly installed MRI scanner.

Responsible for training all MRI technicians and lead as applications support.

Ensured all Radiation areas were carefully monitored and Radiation policies and Licensing under the company’s guidelines and international recommended standards were adhered to.

Contribution to the development and execution of the department’s long-term strategic plan and ensure alignment with the department’s strategic priorities.

Contribution to the development of annual business plans of the assigned areas of responsibility to support the achievement of financial and strategic objectives.

Support monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators related to the department to track performance and recommend corrective action.

Ensure all staff adhere to the company’s policies and procedures, as laid out by the Company and in line with JCI standards.

Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to by all staff on site.

Responsible for procurement/stock control, drawing up rotas for all staff, assisting Radiologists with any queries and making sure all patient reports are sent out on time.

Head trainer for department clinical staff for new RIS/PACS system installed.

Ensure proper utilization and adaptation to the management information systems (PACS/RIS) to ensure effective circulation of information, improve efficiency and optimize the utilization of resources.

Prioritizing all referral queries from GPs and Consultants, making sure queries were dealt with, in a professional manner and with a swift response.

Ensured various Department Audits were carried out on time, conducted bi- annual staff performance reviews/appraisals, and performed Clinical hands- on duties including scanning of patients.

Scheduling and optimizing patient scheduling and unit efficiency, and ensuring good workflow at all times.

My role as the MRI clinical specialist involved training and assisting junior staff on-site.

Scanning patients in and outside of normal working hours to ensure continuous support to the department and patient demand.

Responsible for setting up and scanning a variety of patient exams in MRI and CT, including:

- MRI angiograms and complex studies

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- Routine MRI exams including MSK exams

- Neuro MRI exams including pre and post-contrast studies

- Routine CT exams pre and post-contrast studies

- Dental CT exams

- Complex CT exams including Oncology and Urology exams

- Cannulating patients for contrast examination studies

- Performed General x-ray exams and DXA studies

- Overseeing pre-screening for MRI exams requiring orbital x-rays to exclude IOFBs during the absence of Radiologists onsite.

I was also responsible for assisting staff in any other clinical area by providing the necessary training and expertise to ensure they would be able to work independently.

As a member of the Radiation safety committee, I managed all aspects of Radiation Quality and compliance, and also hired dedicated radiation safety officers (RSO) to work with me and manage any radiation queries in my absence.

A breakdown of my radiation responsibilities/duties included but was not limited to:

ensuring all radiation policies and procedures were carefully constructed and suited to each department and modality

All policies and procedures were carefully checked by the quality assurance team and approved by the department's physicists and the Director of Radiology

ensuring all departmental Radiation Licences and compliances with JCI were met and adhered to (where applicable)

implemented and improved radiation quality service requirements and checklists for all radiation equipment within the imaging departments.

ensured all staff operating radiation equipment was licenced to do so, had the necessary training and mentoring and that all staff radiation doses were carefully monitored and in keeping with radiation standards and laws of that specific country and location.

dealt with all radiation queries and incidents

provided inhouse training as well as external radiation courses necessary for all staff operating and assisting with radiation equipment

provided continued support for all radiation workers to practice ALARA (As low as reasonably achievable)

monitored radiation reject analysis rates closely, and provided staff support for improving these rates

ensured departments risk assessments included Radiation checklists for each radiation modality and that all staff partook in monthly inspections - under my supervision

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ensured all service schedules for equipment were monitored accordingly and that quality assurance programs for each modality were routinely carried out under my supervision

Liaison between the Radiology department and Clane hospital to ensure effective patient care and exam schedules for inpatients were followed through on time.

I assisted the RM (Regional Manager) to recruit additional radiographers and was involved in the interviewing process. I was also responsible for recruitment and interviews for additional radiographer assistants.

I would report to the RM if any issues arose that were beyond my control. 2015-2016 Radiology Clinical Lead

Clinical Lead and MRI Specialist position at Vista Imaging, operating under Affidea Naas, Ireland from May 2015 until May 2016. My role included but was not limited to:

As the MRI specialist, I was involved in the day-to-day scanning of patients by providing high image quality standards and care to all patients.

Responsible for the effective management of the Diagnostic Centre as a whole, including providing the highest standard of patient care.

Contribution to the development and execution of the department’s long-term strategic plan and ensure alignment with the department’s strategic priorities.

Contribution to the development of annual business plans of the assigned areas of responsibility to support the achievement of financial and strategic objectives.

Support monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators related to the department to track performance and recommend corrective action.

Ensure all staff adhere to the company’s policies and procedures, as laid out by the Company.

Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to by all staff on site.

Created relevant setup and implementation of Exam cards into the MRI scanner.

Conducted bi-annual staff performance reviews/appraisals.

Responsible for stock control, drawing up rotas for all staff, assisting Radiologists with any queries and making sure all patient reports are sent out on time.

Ensure proper utilization and adaptation to the management information systems (PACS/RIS) to ensure effective circulation of information, improve efficiency and optimize the utilization of resources.

Involved in the Pilot program and Application set-up to implement a new RIS system for the Naas Radiology Department.

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Prioritizing all referral queries from GPs and Consultants, making sure queries were dealt with, in a professional manner and with a swift response.

Lead the Radiology administration team and ensured all schedules and queries were overseen by me.

Ensured various Department Audits were carried out on time, performing Staff Performance Reviews, and performing Clinical hands-on duties including scanning of patients.

Ensured all Radiation areas were carefully monitored and Radiation policies followed under the company’s guidelines and international recommended standards.

Worked closely with the Administration team onsite as well as offsite at the head office to ensure all patient schedules and exams were booked appropriately and dealt with any booking queries and issues promptly.

Scheduling and optimizing patient scheduling and unit efficiency, and ensuring good workflow at all times.

My role as the MRI clinical specialist involved training and assisting junior staff on-site.

Scanned patients in and outside of normal working hours to ensure continuous support to the department and patient demand

- MRI angiograms and complex studies

- Routine MRI exams including MSK exams

- Neuro MRI exams including pre and post-contrast studies

- Routine CT exams pre and post-contrast studies

- Complex CT exams including Oncology and Urology exams

- Cannulating patients for contrast examination studies

- Performed general x-ray exams

I was also responsible for assisting staff in any other clinical areas by providing the necessary training and expertise to ensure they would be able to work independently.

A breakdown of my radiation responsibilities/duties included but was not limited to:

ensuring all radiation policies and procedures were carefully constructed and suited to each department and modality

All policies and procedures were carefully checked by the quality assurance team and approved by the department's physicists and the Director of Radiology

ensuring all departmental Radiation Licences and compliances with JCI were met and adhered to (where applicable)

implemented and improved radiation quality service requirements and checklists for all radiation equipment within the imaging departments.

ensured all staff operating radiation equipment was licenced to do so, had the necessary training and mentoring and that all staff radiation doses were carefully monitored and in keeping with radiation standards and laws of that specific country and location.

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dealt with all radiation queries and incidents

provided in-house training as well as external radiation courses necessary for all staff operating and assisting with radiation equipment

provided continued support for all radiation workers to practice ALARA (As low as reasonably achievable)

monitored radiation reject analysis rates closely, and provided staff support for improving these rates

ensured departments risk assessments included Radiation checklists for each radiation modality and that all staff partook in monthly inspections - under my supervision

ensured all service schedules for equipment were monitored accordingly and that quality assurance programs for each modality were routinely carried out

- under my supervision

Created and implemented all Intravenous Injection Guidelines and forms for the Clinical department as well as helped to restructure Clinical policies and Guidelines to meet JCI Accredited Standards for all Diagnostic areas in the department.

I was responsible for signing off on all implantable patient devices and implants according to MRI Safety Guidelines.

Performed training of Radiographer assistants to ensure they were aufait with the department's policies and regulations, as well as the companies standards

I would report to the RSM (Radiographic Services Manager) if any issues arose that were beyond my control.

2014-2015 Radiology Clinical Lead

May 2014 to May 2015 – Clinical Lead and MRI Specialist at Vista Imaging, operated under Global Diagnostics, Naas.

My role included but was not limited to:

Responsible for the effective management of the Diagnostic Centre as a whole, including providing the highest standard of patient care.

Support the Management team in the development and execution of the department’s long-term strategic plan and ensure alignment with the department’s strategic priorities.

Support the Management team in the development of annual business plans of the assigned areas of responsibility to support the achievement of financial and strategic objectives.

Support monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators related to the department to track performance and recommend corrective action.

Ensure all staff adhere to the company’s policies and procedures, as laid out by the Company.

Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to by all staff on site. Khizadia Sheik Amod

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Created relevant setup and implementation of Exam cards into the MRI scanner.

Lead the Radiology administration team and ensured all schedules and queries were overseen by me.

Responsible for stock control, drawing up rotas for all staff, assisting Radiologists with any queries and making sure all patient reports are sent out on time.

Conducted bi-annual staff performance reviews.

Ensure proper utilization and adaptation to the management information systems (PACS/RIS) to ensure effective circulation of information, improve efficiency, and optimize the utilization of resources.

Prioritizing all referral queries from GPs and Consultants, making sure queries were dealt with, professionally, and swiftly.

Ensured required audits were carried out on time, and maintained a safe and clean environment for all staff

Ensured all Radiation areas were carefully monitored and Radiation policies followed under the company’s guidelines and international recommended standards.

Performed training of Radiographer assistants to ensure they were aufait with the department's policies and regulations, as well as the companies standards

Performing Clinical hands-on duties including scanning patients in and out of normal working hours

- MRI angiograms and complex studies

- Routine MRI exams including MSK exams

- Neuro MRI exams including pre and post-contrast studies

- Routine CT exams pre and post-contrast studies

- Dental CT exams

- Complex CT exams including Oncology and Urology exams

- Performed General x-ray exams

- Cannulating patients for contrast examination studies

Scheduling and optimizing patient scheduling and unit efficiency, and ensuring good workflow at all times.

My role as the MRI clinical specialist involved training and assisting junior staff on-site.

I was also responsible for assisting staff in any other clinical areas by providing the necessary training and expertise to ensure they would be able to work independently.

A breakdown of my radiation responsibilities/duties included but was not limited to:

ensuring all radiation policies and procedures were carefully constructed and suited to each department and modality

All policies and procedures were carefully checked by the quality assurance team and approved by the department's physicists and the Director of Radiology

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ensuring all departmental Radiation Licences and compliances with JCI were met and adhered to (where applicable)

implemented and improved radiation quality service requirements and checklists for all radiation equipment within the imaging departments.

ensured all staff operating radiation equipment was licenced to do so, had the necessary training and mentoring and that all staff radiation doses were carefully monitored and in keeping with radiation standards and laws of that specific country and location.

dealt with all radiation queries and incidents

provided inhouse training as well as external radiation courses necessary for all staff operating and assisting with radiation equipment

provided continued support for all radiation workers to practice ALARA (As low as reasonably achievable)

monitored radiation reject analysis rates closely, and provided staff support for improving these rates

ensured departments risk assessments included Radiation checklists for each radiation modality and that all staff partook in monthly inspections - under my supervision

ensured all service schedules for equipment were monitored accordingly and that quality assurance programs for each modality were routinely carried out

- under my supervision

Mentoring and training junior staff in all areas of the department.

Scanned patients in and outside of normal working hours to ensure continuous support to the department and patient demand

Responsible for signing off on all implantable patient devices and implants according to MRI Safety Guidelines.

I would report to the RSM (Radiographic Services Manager) if any issues arose that were beyond my control.

2013-2014 Senior MRI Radiographer

April 2013 to May 2014 – Senior MRI Radiographer, Euromedic Ireland, Cork

Employed as a Senior MRI Radiographer in a fast-paced outpatient Diagnostic Imaging Centre.

My main role was to scan patients in MRI performing complex studies and Intravenous Injections to patients for required examinations. My role included but was not limited to:

Mentoring and training junior MRI Radiographers.

Assisting the MRI Clinical Specialists with all tasks including patient bookings, Quality Assurance tests and Audits, setting up MRI Protocols, and managing the MRI Department in the absence of the Clinical Specialists.

Assisted with structuring a proper workflow in the MRI department daily.

Worked in CT and X-ray units during staffing shortages Khizadia Sheik Amod

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Scanned patients in and outside of normal working hours in a fast-paced imaging clinic ensuring continuous support to the department and patient demand

- MRI angiograms and complex studies

- Routine MRI exams including MSK exams

- Neuro MRI exams including pre and post-contrast studies

- Routine CT exams pre and post-contrast studies

- Complex CT exams including Oncology and Urology exams

- Performed General x-ray exams

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