AJITH AV
Summary
Dedicated Diagnostic Radiographer with over 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams in diverse healthcare environments. Improved patient outcomes and enhanced staff engagement through effective operational strategies. Demonstrated ability to adapt to challenges while maintaining professional boundaries and delivering high-quality care across public and private sectors.
Overview
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1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Radiographer
Singapore General Hospital
01.2026 - Current
- Perform a wide range of routine and advanced MRI scans with high level of professional independence.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and accreditation requirements, maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Prioritised inpatient and outpatient coverage, improving service accessibility and response times.
- Collaborated with radiologists, clinician-scientists, and other staff on research projects to advance imaging techniques.
Manager/ CT Clinical lead Radiographer
Raffles Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Lead and supervise a team of Radiographers, administrative staff, and nurses, ensuring efficient departmental operations and optimal patient care.
- Oversee radiology scheduling, patient flow, reporting, enhancing service delivery and reducing wait times.
- Build and maintain CT protocols and formulate policies in relation to safety and operations.
- Ensure department compliance with all international standards and institutional regulations, including JCI, ISO, MOH standards.
- Spearhead the implementation of new technologies and systems, including PACS, RIS improving workflow and diagnostic accuracy.
- Developed and managed department budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing operational efficiencies to support financial sustainability.
- Perform a wide range of routine and advanced CT and MRI scans with high level of professional independence.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff and provide ongoing training on best practices and safety protocols.
- Organised continuing medical education programmes for radiographers and healthcare staff, enhancing professional development and skills.
- Monitored equipment usage and maintenance, ensuring timely repairs and upgrades to maintain uninterrupted service.
- Medical staff to ensure seamless coordination of patient care and diagnostic procedures.
Deputy Manager
Raffles Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Manage the daily clinical operations of radiology department including staffing and equipment maintenance.
- Managed resources and workflows to streamline operations and improve service delivery.
- To work with manager/Director to develop and implement a staffing and competency plan which accomplishes the stated objectives and standards of clinical professionalism and patient service quality.
- Collaborate with radiologist, radiographers and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
- Build and maintain CT protocols and formulate policies in relation to safety and operations.
- Evaluate and draft requirements and specifications for new radiological equipment.
- Created and assessed clinical protocols that improved administrative management within the radiology cluster.
- Organised continuing medical education programmes for radiographers and healthcare staff to enhance professional development.
- Conduct regular meaningful staff meetings.
- Perform a wide range of routine and advanced CT and MRI scans with high level of professional independence.
Assistant Manager
Raffles Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Trained and supervised junior radiographers, ensuring adherence to high-quality imaging standards.
- Fostered teamwork and cooperation among nursing personnel, allied health providers, non-medical staff and other hospital employees.
- Conducted mentoring sessions with staff to enhance skills in project and quality management.
- Prepare and update workflows, work plans for Radiographers
- Perform a wide range of routine and advanced CT and MRI procedures with high level of professional independence.
Principal Radiographer
Raffles Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Provided professional support and oversight to junior radiographers, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality patient care.
- Oversaw quality assurance testing for all modalities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimal imaging quality.
- Conducted staff training and developed professional growth programmes to enhance team competencies and service delivery.
- Provided comprehensive radiographic imaging services across multiple modalities.
Senior Clinical Applications Specialist
Philips Healthcare
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Developed training programmes for customers and radiographers, improving proficiency with clinical applications.
- Conduct internal training for new products
- Clinical Applications in CT and Workstation includes thin client solutions.
- Coordinated customer events and workshops to foster engagement and product understanding.
- Supported sales and marketing efforts for team initiatives, enhancing product visibility.
Diagnostic Radiographer
KK Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2011
- General X-Rays, CT & iXR Radiographer.
- Optimised use of radiographic modalities, enhancing workflow and service delivery.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, enhancing departmental standards and patient care.
- Mentored junior radiographers, fostering skill development and professional growth.
Diagnostic Radiographer
Venus Scan & Para medical Institute Pvt Ltd
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Conducted general x-rays and ct scans, ensuring accurate diagnostics in clinical setting.
- Led staff training sessions to improve team skills and knowledge in radiographic techniques.
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays, MRI, and CT scans, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency requests for radiographic services, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to patient care.
- Customised imaging techniques according to patient needs, optimising image quality while ensuring patient comfort.
Education
Masters - Healthcare re Administration
Flinders University
Australia01-2016
BSc (Hons) - Diagnostic Radiographic Studies
London South Bank University
01-2010
Computer Studies
Infocom Computer College
India01-2001
Diploma - Radiological Technology
Directorate of Medical Education
India01-1997
Skills
- PACS and RIS management
- Radiology Department Management
- Regulatory compliance
- Healthcare regulations knowledge
- Equipment Procurement and Maintenance
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Process optimisation
- Project management
- Staff Leadership and Training
- Leadership development
- Effective communication
Certification
Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC) Registered Diagnostic Radiographer, Singapore Society of Radiographers (SSR) Associate Member, Allied Health Professional council (AHPC) Clinical supervisor, Singapore Institute Technology (SIT) Clinical Educator, Indian Society of Radiographers & Technologists (ISRT) Ordinary Member
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
linkedin.com/in/ajithav
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/ajithav
Timeline
Principal Radiographer
Singapore General Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Manager/ CT Clinical lead Radiographer
Raffles Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2026
Deputy Manager
Raffles Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Assistant Manager
Raffles Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Principal Radiographer
Raffles Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2018
Senior Clinical Applications Specialist
Philips Healthcare
01.2011 - 01.2014
Diagnostic Radiographer
KK Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2011
Diagnostic Radiographer
Venus Scan & Para medical Institute Pvt Ltd
01.1997 - 01.2005
Masters - Healthcare re Administration
Flinders University
BSc (Hons) - Diagnostic Radiographic Studies
London South Bank University
Computer Studies
Infocom Computer College
Diploma - Radiological Technology
Directorate of Medical Education