Enhancing patient care through soft skills: A scoping review in medical radiation science

Bismark Ofori-Manteaw; Tarni Nelson; Kym Barry; Dana Al Mousa; Caroline Nabasenja; Nigel Frame; Clare Singh; Kelly Spuur; Minh Chau

Abstract

Objectives: To explore the role and significance of soft skills in medical radiation science and the educational methods employed to develop these competencies. Methods: A scoping review was conducted through a systematic search of three major electronic databases (Scopus, PubMed and Web of Science) focusing on peer-reviewed literature published between January 2014 and December 2023. Twenty-five studies on soft skills in medical radiation science, employing various research methodologies, were included in the final review. Data extraction and analysis were performed to identify key findings related to soft skills and their development. Results: Communication was the most predominant soft skill, reported in 17 studies, followed by empathy in 10 studies. Various educational strategies were employed to develop these skills, with workshops, video demonstrations, and simulation-based training proving effective in skills development. These methods were shown to enhance soft skills in healthcare settings, improving both patient interactions and team collaboration. Conclusion: The findings underscore the crucial role of soft skills in delivering holistic and patient-centered care within medical radiation science. The educational strategies identified offer opportunities to integrate soft skills development into medical radiation science curricula to equip radiographers to navigate the complexities of the healthcare settings.

Original language	English
Pages	14
Number of pages	1
Publication status	Published - 05 Mar 2025
Event	ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2025: Divergence Convergence Opportunities Focus - Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, Australia Duration: 27 Mar 2025 → 30 Mar 2025 https://conference.asmirt.org/nzimrt2025/conference/ https://conference.asmirt.org/nzimrt2025/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ASMIRT-NZIMRT2025_Program_Final_21Mar.pdf (Program) https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/20513909/2025/72/S1 (Abstracts)

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Conference	ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2025
Country/Territory	Australia
City	Adelaide
Period	27/03/25 → 30/03/25
Other	It is our great pleasure to welcome you all to ASMIRT/NZIMRT 2025, the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy’s 19th National Conference held in conjunction with the New Zealand Institute of Medical Radiation Technology (NZIMRT). Held at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Kaurna Country, Australia, from 27 - 30 March 2025, ASMIRT/NZIMRT 2025 is a must-attend event for medical radiation practitioners (MRPs) across Australasia, including those in medical imaging, sonography, radiation therapy, and nuclear medicine. This conference promises exceptional opportunities for international networking, knowledge sharing, and professional collaboration. Our theme for 2025 is Divergence & Convergence \| Opportunities & Focus. We will explore how divergence allows us to discover and delve into the diverse innovations in our field, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and particle therapy, while convergence will focus on uniting practitioners from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond to enhance collective expertise and patient outcomes.
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