Public Health Allied
Resume:
Solomon Kafui Kwaku Katako
Senior Diagnostic Radiographer
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Nationality: Ghanaian Driver’s Licence: SOL-300*****-*****
Professional Licenses and certifications
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)- UK: RA090601 2022
Allied Health and Professions Council (AHPC)-Ghana: 030*****-****
Basic Life Support Skills Testing and Evaluation 2022
Certificate for Participation, National Scientific Conference (Ghana Society of Radiographers) 2023
Ghana-Norway Summer School 2019
Professional Summary
A diagnostic radiographer with seven years of clinical and public health experience, with a distinctive blend of skills in diagnostic radiography and public health. A professional journey in healthcare, with active participation in impactful research and community service to vulnerable populations. Deeply driven to explore the intersection of radiography and public health through cutting-edge research initiatives, with an unwavering determination to extend the global reach of my expertise. Seeking the finest public health education to elevate my contributions, addressing healthcare challenges on a broader and more impactful scale. Skilled in operating and troubleshooting of various radiology equipment, including fixed and mobile X-Ray units, theatre radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, dental, ultrasound, MRI, and CT scanning equipment.
SKILLS
●Management of personnel
●Strong understanding of medical terminology
●Experience with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Academic Qualifications
●PACS, MS Office etc
●Able to work any shift on any day
●Excellent at establishing rapport with clients
●Fast Learner
●Good at teaching and training of students
BSc. Diagnostic Radiography
University of Ghana, School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Legon/Korle-Bu.
Thesis Title: Analysis of Patterns of Sonographic Images of Liver and Kidney at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
WASSCE : Keta Senior High/Technical high School. General Science (2013)
Professional Experience
July 2017
Senior Radiographer
October 2018 to Date
Competency bundle
Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale.
Key responsibilities:
●Head of X-ray Room 2.
●Supervisor: manages the day-to-day activities by ensure smooth running of the imaging room and also report any technical issues to management.
●Designed strict guidelines for training in imaging modalities and protocols for onboarding of new radiographers to maintain high standards in the radiology unit.
●Designed duty roaster for radiographers in their day to day shifts for a period of 12months.
●Supervise a team of junior radiographers and conducts preliminary appraisal for their quarterly appraisal.
●Perform IV cannulation and administer contrast media for radiological examinations, where required.
● Adhere to safe work practices especially in infection control and radiation safety (applying the ALARA principle).
●Guide and teach junior radiographers in their respective areas of work and ensuring efficient running of their area of responsibility.
●Participate in one or more departmental committees as head of unit.
●Pursued CPD opportunities to develop expertise in communication, basic life support and radiography.
●Perform CT examinations such as CTCA, pulmonary angiogram, peripheral angiogram, CaScoring and other general CT examinations using 128-Slice Toshiba and siemens equipment accompanied with power injector.
Habana Medical Services
Diagnostic Radiographer (Deputy Head of Department) Jan. 2019 – Present
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and manage the daily technologist workforce requirements and productivity in the clinic by ensuring appropriate staffing, annual leave and sick leave.
Manage the day-to-day activities by ensuring smooth running of the machines and also report any technical issues to management.
Design duty roaster for radiographers.
Manage, develop, provide clinical guidance, and mentor technologist staff.
Perform CT examinations such as CTCA, pulmonary angiogram, peripheral angiogram, CaScoring and other general CT examinations using 128-Slice siemens somatom perspective equipment accompanied with power injector.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
University for Development Studies
Clinical Research Assistant 2021- present
Supervisor: Dr. Abdul Nashirudeen Mumuni
Effects of Anaesthesia and contrast media applied for Magnetic Resonance Imaging on the Body Temperature
University of Ghana School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Legon/ Korle-Bu 2017
Thesis Title: Analysis of Patterns of Sonographic Images of Liver and Kidney at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
Supervisor: Mr. Bamfo-Quaicoe.
AWARDS & HONORS
Best Radiographer Intern (Tamale Teaching Hospital) 2017
Most punctual and dedicated member (Maranatha Charismatic Assemblies of God Church) 2023
Best basketball player (keta senior/tech. high school) 2013
LEADERSHIP
Tamale Teaching hospital
Head of X-ray Unit Jan. 2023 – Present
Manage the day-to-day activities by ensuring smooth running of the machines and also report any technical issues to management.
Design duty roaster for radiographers.
Habana medical services jan. 2019 -present
Deputy Head of Department
Spearheading the radiography team as head in the absence of the substantive head of department, representing the department in senior management meetings.
Established daily stock taking, monthly duty schedules and quarterly report presentations.
Monitoring the radiographic equipment’s and supplies and ensuring there are sufficient supplies by submitting purchasing request proactively.
Keta Senior/Technical High School jan. 2012 – jan 2013
Senior Boys House Prefect
Ensured the dormitories and its surroundings were cleaned.
Ensured and promoted personal hygiene of students and also was a liaison between students ans the school authorities.
Voluntary Works
●Volunteer Diagnostic Radiographer August 2018 - December 2018
Central Hospital, Tamale.
●Volunteer Diagnostic Radiographer
Allied Health Christian Fellowship Outreach Ghana
●Career Advisory and Mentorship for radiography students. University for Development Studies.
●Anglogold Ashanti Foundation (Locum) November 2022 – December 2022
●Dampong Hospital (Locum) November 2019 – December 2019
●Habana Medical Services (Locum) January 2019 to Date.
Referees
Dr. Samuel Anim Sampong Mr. Samson Aweligiba
Head of Radiography Department Chief Radiographer
School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Ghana Tamale Teaching Hospital
Department of Radiology, Korle-Bu Department of Radiology
Tel: (+233) 020-***-**** Tel: (+233) 024-***-****
Solomon Kafui Kwaku Katako
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