Sam Penry

Overview

Sam Penry - MA PGCert BSc(Hons) SFHEA MAcadMEd, is an experienced HCPC registered diagnostic radiographer and university lecturer within the School of Health and Psychological Sciences (SHPS).

He has formerly held the positions of programme director and clinical director for the radiography (diagnostic imaging) programme at City, University of London. He also held the role of admissions tutor for two BSc (Hons) programmes - Diagnostic Imaging and Radiotherapy & Oncology, where he was responsible for strategic decisions, leadership and management on matters relating to admissions and recruitment.

Sam is recognised across his profession. Some of his notable achievements include becoming the youngest recipient of the prestigious 'United Kingdom, Radiographer of the Year Award' (2017) by the professional body, the Society and College of Radiographers. He has also received the 'Enhancement of student experience award' for his teaching (2020, 2021, 2022) and has received several commendations from the student union (2020, 2023), CEO of the Mid and South Essex NHS Trusts (2016, 2017) and service-users of the NHS (2011-2018).

Prior to joining City in 2018, he worked at Mid Essex Hospitals NHS Trust for seven years, where he took on a number of roles and responsibilities. Whilst predominately working as a Computed Tomography (CT) specialist within the radiology department, he joined a project to become the first diagnostic radiographer to coordinate the Multi Disciplinary Diagnostic Centre (MDC) for the vague symptoms cancer pathway in the UK. His 'pioneering role' within this innovative project allowed him to independently perform patient consultations, put patients onto the pathway, request and perform CT imaging, organise and discuss patients at MDT meetings and allowed him to give patients their results. Under IR(ME)R legislation he was recognised as being a referrer as well as being both an operator and practitioner.
He has a wealth of experience relating to X-ray and CT and has a particular interest in Trauma.

Over the years he has published research articles on CT and has also written trust policy on CT Intravenous (IV) contrast administration. He also works as an expert reviewer for Cancer Research UK and has held positions at the Society of Radiographers. He has also contributed to the radiography profession, as a Academic Review Panel Member (For Clark's Positioning in Radiography Textbook), a Peer-reviewer (For the Journal 'Radiography') and has helped in the development and validation process for the 'Access to HE Diploma - Radiography' qualification as a validation panel member for Gateway qualifications.


Whilst Sam teaches across all year groups at City, he is the module leader for the RD3034 Image Interpretation module, RD3036 Management & Advancement of Radiographic Practice module and #RadInd Radiography Induction module.

Qualifications

• MA (Distinction), City, University of London, England, UK
• PGCert (Distinction), University College London (UCL), England, UK
• BSc (Hons) (First-class), City, University of London, England, UK
• MSc module (Distinction) Cross sectional imaging, Sheffield Hallam University, England, UK
• Certificate of Competence in Administering Intravenous Injections, University of Herfordshire, England, UK
• SFHEA (Senior Fellow), Higher Education Academy 2023+, England, UK
• FHEA (Fellow), Higher Education Academy 2019-2023, England, UK
• AFHEA (Associate Fellow), Higher Education Academy 2018 - 2019, England, UK
• MAcadME (Member), Academy of Medical Educators, England, UK
• GCP (Good Clinical Practice), National Institute for Health Research, England, UK
• Certificate, The red dot chest x-ray course for Radiographers - Northwick Park Hospital London, England, UK
• Certificate, The red dot trauma course for Radiographers - Northwick Park Hospital London, England, UK
• Certificate, Leader as a Coach Programme, Strengths Focused Leadership Ltd, England, UK
• Certificate of Excellence, Certified Peer Reviewer, Elsevier Health (Journals) / Researcher Academy, England, UK

Employment

• Full time senior lecturer, City University of London, Aug 2023 – present
• Admissions Tutor - For the UG Radiography programmes, City, University of London, Jun 2021 – Sep 2022
• Programme Director - Diagnostic Radiography, City University, of London, Nov 2020 – Jun 2021
• Clinical Director (Practice Education Lead) - Diagnostic Radiography, City University, of London, Nov 2020 – Jun 2021
• Admissions Tutor - For the UG Radiography programmes, City, University of London, Sep 2018 – Nov 2020
• Full time lecturer, City University, of London, Mar 2018 – Aug 2023
• Multidisciplinary Diagnostic Centre (MDC) - Radiographer lead, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Nov 2017 – Mar 2018
• Senior II Diagnostic Radiographer, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Oct 2013 – Mar 2018
• Diagnostic Radiographer, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Aug 2011 – Sep 2013

Awards

• City, University of London Student Union (Student Union Awards) (2023) City University Personal Tutor of the Year (Nominated)
• College of Radiographers (CoR academic reapproval board) (2023) Commendation - Innovative Interactive Assessment (Image Interpretation)
• City, University of London (2022) Enhancement of Student Experience Award (School of Health Sciences) - Winner
• City, University of London (2021) Enhancement of Student Experience Award (School of Health Sciences) - Winner
• City, University of London (2020) Enhancement of Student Experience Award (School of Health Sciences) - Winner
• City, University of London Student Union (The 25th Student Union Awards) (2020) Academic Impact Award (Shortlisted)
• Society and College of Radiographers (2017) United Kingdom Radiographer of the Year - Winner
• Society and College of Radiographers (2017) Eastern Region Radiographer of the Year - Winner
• Mid Essex Hospitals NHS Trust (2017) Chief Executive Letter of Praise for Outstanding Service and Care
• Mid Essex Hospitals NHS Trust (2016) Chief Executive Letter of Praise for Outstanding Service and Care
• City University, London (2012) City University Award Prize - Winner

Teaching

Module leader:
- RD3034 Image Interpretation
- RD3036 Management & Advancement of Radiographic Practice
- #RadInd Radiography Induction module.
- RD1038 Principles of Imaging in Practice 2

Modules taught:
- RC1031 Common Module 1
- RD1035 Principles of Imaging in Practice 1
- RD1036 Radiographic Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology 2
- RD1038 Principles of Imaging in Practice 2
- RD2033 Advanced Principles of Imaging in Practice
- RD3033 Scientific Principles of Medical Imaging
- RD3034 Image Interpretation
- RD3035 Preparation for radiographic practice
- RD3036 Management & Advancement of Radiographic Practice

Other duties:
- Dissertation supervisor
- Link lecturer - The Whittington Hospital - NHS Trust, London
- Personal tutor
- Examiner

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