Introduction
A God fearing, industrious, highly skilled and reliable Radiographer with leadership and organizational skills. Over 13 years experience in diagnostic imaging with a huge range of skills in different modalities including digital and analogue radiography, ultrasound, MRI, CT, Mammography and ECG. A public health specialist. I am enthusiastic about improving health and I will not stop until I make a significant positive impact!
Education
Msc. Int. Public Health
2024Liverpool John Moores University (Liverpool)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography (Hons)
2012Makerere University (Kampala)
UACE
2007Kyambogo College School
Certificates & Training
- UK imaging and oncology 2023 attendance Certificate - Liverpool, UK
- Delft imaging (digital imaging and AI): Multiple certificates including factory training in Veenendaal, The Netherlands
Work
Radiographer
07/2022 - PresentMinistry of Health | NTLP The Global Fund (Kampala)
- Developing plans and managing operations of the digital x-ray machines. This involves operations of the mobile TB clinics fitted with digital x-ray and GeneXpert machines as well as portable digital x-rays.
- Liaising locally and internationally with different stakeholders including users, suppliers and engineers to ensure smooth in-country operation of digital x-ray technologies and AI for TB screening and diagnosis.
- Utilizing Mobile digital x-ray, mounted in the mobile TB clinics to diagnose TB cases in different TB hotspots and congregate settings throughout the country. Involved in planning, implementing and evaluating TB screening activities.
- Trained, mentored and supervised radiographers from different health facilities on the use of digital x-ray and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for screening and diagnosis of TB.
- Responsible for equipment maintenance, logging faults and troubleshooting together with the team of engineers from the supplier. Ensuring proper storage of the x-ray equipment and accessories.
- Interpreting the x-ray results, writing reports of findings, communicating the results and ensuring appropriate actions are taken for each patient, including linking patients to appropriate care points.
- Charged with the responsibility of Radiation Safety Officer, regularly liaising and coordinating with the Atomic Energy Council (AEC) on radiation safety matters. Coordinating the radiation safety function of the digital x-ray systems under the TB program nationally.
- Health education in communities to promote healthy practices for healthier communities.
Radiologic Technologist
01/2020 - 06/2022St. My Stephens Hospital C.O.U Mpererwe (Kampala)
- Diagnosed patients' illness or injury by using x-ray and ultrasound machines to examine organs.
- Generated data and summary from radiology scan findings to provide detailed reports to doctors.
- Performed radiation checks on equipment to determine low doses and reduce exposure, avoiding long-term harmful effects.
- Briefed patients regarding requirements for radiographic procedures to address questions and concerns.
- Verified equipment safety by conducting thorough inspections, promptly reporting issues to maintenance to address issues and manage wear and tear.
- Identified patients requiring emergency procedures to determine and speed up priority cases.
- Trained junior staff in Radiography best practice and departmental radiology protocols.
Radiography In-charge and Radiation Safety Officer
01/2016 - 01/2020Mildmay Uganda (Kampala)
- Continued with roles of the Radiographer as was my previous position, adding the role of heading the unit and formally performing the roles of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
- Supervised the relocation of the Radiology Unit to new, separate and more spacious premises. A direct digital x-ray was also installed under my supervision, upgrading from a computerized Radiography (CR) System.
- Part of the team that spear-headed the introduction of private Radiography Services to ensure sustainability of the Radiology Unit. Helped grow the private Radiography services significantly, putting the Unit on a path of self-sustainability.
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
- Charged with budgeting and overseeing expenses for the radiology department.
Diagnostic Radiographer
01/2012 - 01/2016Mildmay International (Kampala)
- Helped establish the radiology unit with state-of-the-art digital x-ray and Ultrasound. Supervised the process from planning through procurement to user training and delivering the radiology services.
- Achieved full registration and licensing of the radiology unit by Atomic Energy Council, ensuring maximum radiation safety standards.
- Projecting and Planning for the radiology department as well as managing supplies.
- Ensured radiology equipment is well maintained and serviced. Responsible for periodical reporting to management on the activities of the radiology unit.
- Performing radiological and sonographic examinations on clients and interpreting results to enable proper decision making and management.
- Screened patients and reviewed clinical requirements to verify radiographic techniques to use.
- Verified equipment safety by conducting thorough inspections, promptly reporting issues to maintenance to address issues and manage wear and tear.
- Performed radiation checks on equipment to determine low doses and reduce exposure, avoiding long-term harmful effects.
- Trained and supervised radiography and imaging support assistants to follow guidelines and procedures, performing best practices and quality standards.
Skills and experience
- Digital & Analogue Radiography
- X-ray interpretation
- Ultrasonography (Abdominal, EFAST, MSK, small parts, Obs&Gyn, Fetal Doppler and Echo, TVS & TRUS)
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Fluoroscopy & Mammography
- Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging
- Radiation Safety & Equipment Maintenance
- ECG Operational Skills
- Report Writing, Communication & Computer Skills
- Records and Information Management
- Research Skills & Quality Control
- Team Leadership & Training
- Planning, Coordination & Community Health Interventions