Helen Taylor
Radiographer
Toronto,ON
Summary
- Highly experienced diagnostic radiographer with particular expertise in CT scanning, workflow optimisation and organisational skills.
- Exceptionally proficient in trauma and fast paced environments
- Extremely adept at multidisciplinary collaboration
- Author of several site department specific training and informational manuals for students, graduating radiographers, junior radiographers, and junior physicians.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Diagnostic Radiographer
St. Michael's Hospital
12.2011 - Current
- Operated imaging equipment from multiple manufacturers to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to provide complex patient-specific imaging.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and radiation regulations during procedures.
- Trained junior radiographers on equipment usage and best practices in imaging techniques.
- Mentored staff in advanced radiographic techniques, fostering professional development and growth.
- Led initiatives to optimize patient care pathways through effective imaging service delivery.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, ensuring prompt delivery of imaging for critically ill patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering support and assistance to colleagues when needed, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Diagnostic Radiographer
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
05.2002 - 11.2011
- Maintained a high level of competency in various imaging modalities, including X-ray, Interventional, Cath Lab, and CT scans.
- Educated patients on the diagnostic imaging process, alleviating anxiety and ensuring informed consent prior to exams.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on imaging processes, maintaining compliance with hospital regulations.
- Followed departmental guidelines and protocols and infection control policies in performing diagnostic radiology.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK05-2002
Skills
- Patient care
- Contrast administration
- Trauma radiography
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Pathology identification
- Computed tomography
- Venipuncture
- Patient confidentiality
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Diagnostic Radiographer
St. Michael's Hospital
12.2011 - Current
Diagnostic Radiographer
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
05.2002 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Glasgow Caledonian University