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Kimberley Jones

Summary

I am currently a full time Medical Imaging Technologist employed at Nelson public hospital working a sixteen week rolling shift roster which includes weekend and night shifts.

I am an organised and dependable member of staff successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I have an eye for detail and posess strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Imaging Technologist

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
05.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
  • Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
  • Followed departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling and documentation of exams.
  • Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Performed quality control on equipment according to standard procedures.


Dental Assistant

Steph Wills Dental
04.2017 - 10.2019
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing patients.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.

Dental Assistant

Greymouth Family Dental Centre
03.2014 - 12.2016
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.

Education

Bachelor of Medical Imaging -

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ
04.2023

Certificate in Dental Assisting -

New Zealand Dental Association
Online
11.2018

Certificate in Veterinary Nursing -

Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ
11.2014

Certificate in Animal Care -

Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ
11.2013

Skills

  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Great patient care and empathy
  • Capable of working as an effective team player or leader
  • Good technical skills and knowledge of radiography
  • Positive attitude and sound ability to create rapport with patients and staff
  • Caring and Compassionate
  • Certified in CPR
  • Quality Assurance Equipment Maintenance

References

Professional Reference:
Gavin George
MIT Nelson Hospital
gavingeorge1987@gmail.com

Personal Reference:
Grant Knowles
Art Vault Gallery owner/Community Board Member/Village Market
Manager
027 256 0566
artvaulttakaka@gmail.com

Timeline

Medical Imaging Technologist

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
05.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant

Steph Wills Dental
04.2017 - 10.2019

Dental Assistant

Greymouth Family Dental Centre
03.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Medical Imaging -

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Certificate in Dental Assisting -

New Zealand Dental Association

Certificate in Veterinary Nursing -

Otago Polytechnic

Certificate in Animal Care -

Otago Polytechnic
Kimberley Jones