Adjunct Faculty

• Jan 2021 - Present

Adjunct Faculty

• Jan 2021 - Present

Professor & Director School of Radiography

• Sep 2018 - Present

Directs the daily operation of the radiography program. Maintains accreditation status, implements the approved curriculum and prepares the self-study, annual report, and assessment of program outcomes. Recruits and maintains clinical affiliates to accommodate the student population. Provides budget, input, continuing education for all faculty to maintain continued competence in the student evaluation process and counsels as required. Maintains teaching abilities through continuing education for all required courses in the program. Assists the recruitment, admissions, student services and registration directors as requested. Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials of semesters. Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum. Instruct students in x-ray lab and radiology procedures. Monitor the attendance of students in the program and coordinate with Program Director when absences occur two days in a row. Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department. Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program. Maintain an 85% student success rate for all classes taught in the program. Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts. Evaluate the performance of students regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs. Evaluate students’ clinical performance. Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually. Assist and advise students with Radiography program curriculum. May assist and coordinate externships for Radiography students.

Program Director

• Aug 2019 - Present

Teaching Faculty

• Sep 2018 - Present

Medical Radiation Technologist

• Nov 2015 - Jun 2018

Performed radiographic and imaging procedures using optimal positioning techniques and equipment specific factors within the manufactures guidelines. Produced and evaluated images for radiographic clarity and possible pathology. Communicated deviations from quality control norms to the Senior Imaging Technologist or Radiologist as required. Operated and maintained imaging support equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Performed quality control and report variations from the accepted norms to Senior Technologist. Action physician’s requisition to ensure optimal medical imaging of all clients for diagnostic clarity. Consulted with senior technologist/radiologist as required. Ensured the delivery of quality patient care by monitoring patients’ conditions from initial greeting to discharge using observational techniques. Prepared, administered, and assessed patients for reaction to intravenous, oral and rectally administered imaging contract media. Practiced radiation safety and infection techniques at all times. Enhanced professional development through the attendance of organization sponsored programs and through self-direct developmental activities such as professional journals, conferences, etc. Team and solution-oriented whilst demonstrating accepted professional ethics and demeanour.

Advance Practice Coordinator

• Aug 2015 - Jun 2018

Improve productivity by increasing patient access to radiologic services and enhancing overall quality of patient care in Diagnostic Imaging. Prescribe appropriate protocols within the approved delegated act for CT and MRI procedures.Consulting with radiology physicians, as need be, to facilitate accurate protocoling of CT and MRI requisitions. Provide professional guidance to other health care professionals and participate as a member of the interdisciplinary teams both within Diagnostic Imaging as well as the inpatient programs that utilize Diagnostic imaging services for their patients.Working with inpatient programs and other teams members to resolve issues, triage and schedule inpatient referrals and expedite transportation.Provide appropriate patient preparation for requesting imaging examinations that use clinical expertise, leadership and understanding of the organization, medical directives and decision making to improve access and quality of care. Transfer knowledge, coach and mentor others.

Medical Radiation Technologist-CT/IR

• Apr 2015 - Jun 2018

Performed computed tomographic procedures using optimal positioning techniques and equipment specific factors within the manufactures guidelines.Produced and evaluated images for radiographic clarity and possible pathology. Communicated deviations from quality control norms to the Senior Imaging Technologist or Radiologist as required.Operated and maintained imaging support equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Performed quality control and report variations from the accepted norms to Senior Technologist.Action physician’s requisition to ensure optimal medical imaging of all clients for diagnostic clarity. Consulted with senior technologist/radiologist as required. Ensured the delivery of quality patient care by monitoring patients’ conditions from initial greeting to discharge using observational techniques. Prepared, administered, and assessed patients for reaction to intravenous, oral and rectally administered imaging contract media.Assist the interventional radiologist with diagnostic angiographic procedures as well as complex vascular and non vascular interventional and therapeutic procedures. Practiced radiation safety and infection techniques at all times. Enhanced professional development through the attendance of organization sponsored programs and through self-direct developmental activities such as professional journals, conferences, etc. Maintains credentials as required by CMRTO and OAMRS; obtaining 24 CEU’s every 2 years.Team and solution-oriented whilst demonstrating accepted professional ethics and demeanour.

Medical Radiation Technologist

• Jun 2008 - Sep 2014

Performed radiographic and imaging procedures using optimal positioning techniques and equipment specific factors within the manufactures guidelines. Produced and evaluated images for radiographic clarity and possible pathology. Communicated deviations from quality control norms to the Senior Imaging Technologist or Radiologist as required. Operated and maintained imaging support equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Performed quality control and report variations from the accepted norms to Senior Technologist. Action physician’s requisition to ensure optimal medical imaging of all clients for diagnostic clarity. Consulted with senior technologist/radiologist as required. Ensured the delivery of quality patient care by monitoring patients’ conditions from initial greeting to discharge using observational techniques. Prepared, administered, and assessed patients for reaction to intravenous, oral and rectally administered imaging contract media. Practiced radiation safety and infection techniques at all times. Enhanced professional development through the attendance of organization sponsored programs and through self-direct developmental activities such as professional journals, conferences, etc. Maintains credentials as required by credentialing body and the Allied Health Council (Bermuda); obtaining 24 CEU’s every 2 years. Over the last two years my duties were performed primarily in the Computed Tomography department. Additionally, as a preceptor tasked with the responsibility of facilitating students and new hires to develop and demonstrate clinical competence consistent with the established protocols of the department and Vision, Mission and Value statements of the Bermuda Hospitals Board, using established adult learning strategies and techniques. Team and solution-oriented whilst demonstrating accepted professional ethics and demeanour.

Public Relations Representative for the Americas Region

• Jun 2002 - Jun 2010

- Researching, writing and distributing press releases to member societies of the Americas region; - Devising and coordinating press releases to member societies and associate members of the Americas region; - Organising events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours in the Americas region; - Managing and updating information and engaging with member societies and associate members of member societies in the American region on the ISRRT's website and via some social media sites such as Facebook; - Fostering community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives; - Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation.

Imaging Specialist

• Jan 2001 - Apr 2008

Performed radiological procedures consistent with organizational and departmental policies and procedures guidelines whilst observing internationally established radiation protection guidelines. Modalities practiced include general radiography, computed tomography, conventional angiography, emergency radiography, mammography, operating theatre radiography, fluoroscopic radiography and quality assurance. Performed radiological procedures consistent with organizational and departmental policies and procedures guidelines whilst observing internationally established radiation protection guidelines. Modalities practiced include general radiography, computed tomography, conventional angiography, emergency radiography, mammography, operating theatre radiography, fluoroscopic radiography and quality assurance.

Graduate Student

• Jan 2000 - Dec 2000

Performed radiological examinations according to Groote Schuur Hospital’s and diagnostic imaging department’s policies and procedures. Fulfilled the required course work and clinical competence as established for the award of the Bachelors of Technology-Diagnostic Radiography. Assisted in the academic and professional development of undergraduate students through mentoring. Performed radiological examinations according to Groote Schuur Hospital’s and diagnostic imaging department’s policies and procedures. Fulfilled the required course work and clinical competence as established for the award of the Bachelors of Technology-Diagnostic Radiography. Assisted in the academic and professional development of undergraduate students through mentoring.