Leah Maher
London,UK
Summary
A dedicated and highly skilled Band 6 Radiographer with extensive experience in the NHS, committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient care. Proficient in a wide range of radiographic techniques, including CT, X-Ray, Interventional Radiology, Fluoroscopy and Trauma Imaging with a strong focus on patient care. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with radiation protection guidelines and NHS protocols. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Band 6 Radiographer
Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
London
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Performing a wide range of scans such as Angiograms, dual and triple phase scans, dual energy scans, virtual colonoscopies, trauma scans
- Confidently use Siemens and Phillips CT scanners
- Carry out CT Interventional examinations
- Completing necessary checks prior to contrast administration including patients eGFR
- Complete multiplanar reconstructions
- Competent in a wide range of interventional procedures such an angioplasty's, stenting procedure, embolisations, embolectomies
- Confident use of contrast injector pump
- Competent in using CO2 contrast
- Set up and sending of IVUS imaging to pacs
- Ensured accuracy in record keeping with meticulous documentation practices for future reference and audit purposes.
- Provided compassionate care for patients before, during, and after radiographic procedures resulting in improved patient experience.
- Generated accurate imaging results by meticulously operating radiographic equipment.
- Adhered strictly to radiation protection regulations safeguarding both self and patients from unnecessary exposure.
- Assisted junior radiographers in training and development, producing high-performing, diligent radiology teams.
Band 5 Radiographer
Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Rotational radiographer who rotates to a number of clinical areas such as accident and emergency x-ray, general x-ray, fluoroscopy and theatres
- Experience working with paediatric patients in Evelina Children's Hospital
- Prepare and position patients for Radiographic Examinations
- Employ digital radiography equipment in mobile, emergency, inpatient and outpatient exams
- Operated all major, necessary and portable diagnostic imaging equipment
- Prepared and administered diagnostic agents as required by protocol
- Serve a diverse caseload including adults, paediatric, geriatric, and trauma patients
- Minimize radiation dose to patient and staff by implementing radiation safety standards
- Maintain high quality of care to patients while multitasking
- Maintained patient safety during radiography sessions, minimising exposure to radiation.
- Complied with best clinical practice and data confidentiality protocols.
- Used compassionate bedside manner to ease patient anxiety and support physical and psychological needs.
- Protected patient rights through continued discretion and confidentiality.
- Established patient trust and positive rapport while conducting x-ray and ultrasound examinations.
- Reduced exposure to radiation by using beam-restrictive devices and
Health Care Assistant
Elysium Healthcare
Hertfordshire, UK
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Providing care to young people aged 12-17 with eating disorders
- Supporting patients during their meal times
- Supporting patients in their associated mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression
- Supervising patients on 1:1 observation at all times
- Safely restraining and verbally supporting patients who cannot manage their prescribed daily calories for an NG tube feed
- Offering support to patients at all times
ASDA
Hatfield, UK
09.2020 - 08.2021
Miller&Carter
St. Albans, UK
02.2020 - 09.2020
Customer Service Agent for EE Mobile
Eishtec DAC
Waterford
07.2018 - 08.2019
Education
BSc - Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, UK 09.2019 - 06.2022
Leaving Certificate -
St. Angela's, Ursuline
Waterford, Ireland 09.2012 - 06.2018
Skills
- Radiographic imaging
- Radiation safety
- Digital radiography
- Patient positioning techniques
- Fluoroscopy
- Compliance with regulatory standards
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Adapting to unpredictable workflows
- Clear communication with patients
- Cross-Cultural communication
- Maintaining professional development
- Confident decision making
- Patient care
- CT scans
- General radiography
- Portable examinations
- Theatre examinations
- X-ray scanning
- A&E
Accomplishments
- Completed the Landmarks Half Marathon 2023 in aid of Great Ormond Street Charity on 04/02/23.
- Completed a charity skydive with University of Hertfordshire 'Raise and Give' in June 2021 in aid of Women for Women International, Ronald McDonald House Charities and React.
- Travelled to Peru to volunteer with Projects Abroad in April 2019 – teaching sports to underprivileged children.
- All Ireland medal for U16 Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football 2015.
- Minor County Ladies Gaelic Football Champions for Gaultier 2016.
- Munster medal for U16 Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football 2015.
Personal Information
Hobbies: Currently training for the London Marathon April 2025 in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust., Completed the Landmarks Half Marathon 2023., Played for the University of Hertfordshire Women's Lacrosse team 2019-2022 and was the chairperson for the club during 2022., Played Gaelic Football for Gaultier GAA club in Ireland, including on the Gaultier underage and intermediate teams, and the Waterford County U16 team in 2015.
Certification
BSc Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
Affiliations
- Running - Currently training for the London Marathon April 2025 in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
- Lacrosse - I played for the University of Hertfordshire Women's Lacrosse team 2019-2022
- Gaelic Football - Gaelic Football for Gaultier GAA club in Ireland. I played on the Gaultier underage and then later the intermediate teams, I have also played on the Waterford County U16 team in 2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Band 6 Radiographer
Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
04.2024 - 02.2025
Band 5 Radiographer
Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
09.2022 - 04.2024
Health Care Assistant
Elysium Healthcare
10.2021 - 05.2022
ASDA
09.2020 - 08.2021
Miller&Carter
02.2020 - 09.2020
BSc - Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging
University of Hertfordshire
09.2019 - 06.2022
Customer Service Agent for EE Mobile
Eishtec DAC
07.2018 - 08.2019
Leaving Certificate -
St. Angela's, Ursuline
09.2012 - 06.2018
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