Personal Statement: Exploring a Career in Diagnostic Radiography

This essay presents a personal statement from a student aspiring to pursue a career in diagnostic radiography. The student expresses a long-standing interest in medical science, influenced by a family of doctors and a fascination with the human body. The statement highlights the student's academic background in science, volunteer experience at the British Heart Foundation, and practical experience in an X-ray department. It emphasizes the importance of communication, teamwork, and technical skills in radiography, along with a commitment to patient welfare and continuous learning. The student articulates a clear understanding of the challenges and rewards of the profession, expressing enthusiasm for studying radiography and contributing to the healthcare field. The essay effectively combines personal experiences, academic achievements, and career aspirations to demonstrate the student's suitability for a diagnostic radiography program. Desklib provides this document as a resource for students.

Running head: PERSONAL STATEMENT: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY
Personal Statement: Diagnostic Radiography
Name of student:
Name of University:
Author Note:

1PERSONAL STATEMENT: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY
I have been interested about medical science and advancements in the field of medical
science since childhood. I have been brought up in a family comprising of doctors as
professionals. This has kindled in me the desire to take up a career in the profession of
machines which look into the complex human body. Their immense dedication towards
improving people’s health coupled with my passion for science has led me to opt for the
course of diagnostic radiography. The human body system with its diverse organ system has
always been fascinating for me; I would like to work in radiography which is a combination
of both science and technology and gain insights into the complex human system through
applying my knowledge and skills.
My enthusiasm for learning science has driven me to take up scientific field as my
secondary education. The combined learning of biology, chemistry and maths has enhanced
my learning to understand deeply about the biological system with logical approach and
technological inputs.
In the present year, my involvement in volunteering activities at British Heart
Foundation has enabled me to develop my communication skills while reaching out to the
needy people. This volunteering exposure has taught me how to remain calm in difficult
situations and take necessary steps with a calm and patient mind. Working through
coordination and collaboration in a different environment has been a new learning. This has
further enriched me with team building ability and effective team management which are
core requirements for working in a radiography department. In my gap year I have gone to
universities to learn about open courses which enhanced my skills further.
I had enrolled into an Access course at Manchester College where learning biology
and physics provided more valuable insights into acquiring knowledge about complex human
body skills. Gaining newer knowledge allowed to improve my learning skills.

2PERSONAL STATEMENT: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY
I have a one day working experience in the X-ray department in St. Marry’s Hospital
where team learning and coordinated management are key learning that I have gained. The
efficient exchange of clinical information among radiography team members and the patient
forms a significant part of the efficient service provision. I have learnt that clarity of
communication and collaborative assistance are significantly important in a radiology team to
provide quality patient care maintaining treatment safety and minimising risk factors.
A diagnostic radiographer performs a key role as a health care team member to
produce high quality medical images to provide assistance to medical practitioners better
diagnose, treat and monitor a patient. The radiographer needs to be qualified both
technologically and scientifically to develop an understanding of the sophisticated
radiographic.
My self-motivation and enthusiasm coupled with dedication are ideal requirements to
become adept in radiography. I am aware of the academic challenges that will come up and I
am ready to face them with critical approach and newer learning skills. The course of
radiography in your prestigious university suits my purpose and I am looking forward to this
new learning. Taking up diagnostic radiography as a career option would provide me an
opportunity to serve in patient’s welfare and develop myself as a prolific radiographer.