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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Reference
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NIMSI VISHAKA JATHUNGA DAHANAYAKE

3/135,1st Cross Lane, Nadun Uyana, Weraduwa, Matara

Summary

Knowledgeable Diagnostic Radiographer with more than two years of experience at performing Plain X-rays, Dental X-rays, Mammograms, CT scans and MRIs. Strong knowledge of radiation protection and safety standards. Registered in Sri Lanka Medical Council and Health and Care Professions Council. Adaptability in producing comprehensive scans with varying obstacles. Professional and clear communicator, disseminating sensitive information to both patients and doctors. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In-Charge Radiographer

Asiri Health
04.2023 - Current
  • Coordinate and supervise daily department activities, including personnel, patient care, budget and regulatory compliance.
  • Follow departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling, documentation of exams and infection control policies in performing diagnostic radiology.
  • Conduct departmental annual appraisals, undertake and contribute to a regular audit of service provision.
  • Train and supervise in-service radiographers (University of Peradeniya) and junior radiographers.
  • Collaborate with radiologists and managers to ensure standard quality and care.
  • Improve and oversee the quality assurance, quality control programs and maintain inventory.
  • As a Radiation Protection Officer, manage the radiation protection program; identifying radiation protection problems; initiating, recommending, or providing corrective actions; verifying implementation of corrective actions; stopping unsafe activities; and ensuring compliance with regulation.

Diagnostic Radiographer

Asiri Health
09.2020 - 03.2023
  • Performe diagnostic tests, including Plain X-rays, Mammograms, Dental X-rays, MRI Scans and CT scans to diagnose patient health conditions accurately.
  • All general and special X-ray studies (IVU, HSG,Sinogram), All routine CT scans plain and contrast (Brain, Neck, Orbits, Chest, Abdomen, Angiograms, Lower limbs, Upper limbs, Shoulder)
  • Educate patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Manage referrals to ensure patients receive a radiation dose as low as reasonably possible (ALARA) with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
  • Have conducted monthly awareness programs and lectures for the patients monthly on breast cancers and how to detect them early.
  • Working knowledge of Digital/CR X-ray equipment and PACS systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiography

University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
07.2020

Diploma in English

University of Ruhuna
Sri Lanka
01.2023

Skills

  • Patient Education and Communication
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Inventory Management
  • Radiation Protection Safety
  • PACS system
  • Active Listing
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Solving

Certification

  • National Training on Radiation Protection for Radiation Protection for Radiation Protection Officers (PROs) Working in Diagnostic X-ray Facilities, Sri Lanka Atomic Energy Regulatory Council (SLAER) - 2 Days (2022)


  • Basic Life Support , College of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists - 1 Day (2023)

Languages

Sinhala
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Intermediate
B1

Reference

Name: Dr Ayesh Jayasinghe 

Job Title: Senior Lecturer, Head of Department 

Organisation: Department of Radiography/Radiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeniya

Email: ayesh@ahs.pdn.ac.lk 


Name: Dr Sandun Rajapaksha Yapa 

Job Title: Medical Director - Southern Cluster

Organisation: Asiri Hospital Matara 

Email: sandun.yapa@asiri.lk 

Timeline

In-Charge Radiographer

Asiri Health
04.2023 - Current

Diagnostic Radiographer

Asiri Health
09.2020 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiography

University of Peradeniya

Diploma in English

University of Ruhuna
NIMSI VISHAKA JATHUNGA DAHANAYAKE