Radiographer

• Feb 2022 - Present

Intern Radiographer

• Sep 2021 - Feb 2022

- Rostered through two weeks in CT-assisted in preparing patients, discussing contrast questionnaire and assessing suitability, positioning and scanning for routine examination- Abdomen/Pelvis, Chest, Brain, Neck, Calcium Scores Spine & Extremity. This helped me gain an extensive understanding of CT workflow and apply principles learnt on campus to practice. -Rostered through a week in MRI- assisted in preparing the patient for the examination and conducting the MR safety checklist as well as appropriately selecting RF coils and helping position patients in the bore. -Got the opportunity and gained competency working across both private hospital settings and outpatient radiology clinic. -Independently performing mobile and theatre imaging for orthopaedic, urology and lap chole cases as well as assisted in fluoroscopic imaging for Barium Swallows, Micturating urethrography, Hysterosalpingography, etc. -Learnt to multi-task and work both independently and in a team environment when imaging inpatients, outpatients, ED/resuscitation. Show less

Intern Radiographer

• Jun 2021 - Sep 2021

-Got the opportunity to get rostered through a variety of modalities including- general x-rays, OPG, computer tomography, angiography, fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, theatre radiography and mobile imaging. -Assisted in imaging of COVID-19 patients through appropriate knowledge of infection control practice and imaging principles surrounding modification made for through the glass chest x-ray technique. Gained experience in working with a variety of patient presentations including- pediatric patients, acute presentations through the emergency department, outpatient x-rays at smaller shuttle sites, challenging inpatients post-op and post interventional procedures. -Received the opportunity to engage in weekly intern tutorials that helped improve, and broaden knowledge and consolidated skills learnt as a student. Presented a case study to staff and fellow interns on imaging and interpreting COVID-19 on chest x-rays as part of my experience. -Had the opportunity to experience radiography after hours through evening and weekend shifts which helped boost confidence and instil independent decision-making skills. Show less

Allied Health Peer Mentor

• Jul 2020 - Feb 2021

I recently got selected to be a mentor in semester two to help guide the first-year Bachelor of Medical Imaging and Radiography students in 2020 as they transition into university. As a mentor, I actively provided them advise and shared knowledge across year levels-answering their questions about life at Monash, placement advises, academic help and general advise. My role as a mentor has been extremely rewarding and has allowed me in :- >Developing important employability skills (such as leadership and communication) >Netowrking with like-minded student leaders >Oppirtunities to participate in career developing events >Hopsitng fun activities such as Kahoot Quizzes to challenge my mentees to think outside of the box and help refresh their coursework knowledge During this difficult online studies period, we aim to help reduce this stress of not being able to come onto campus to study and to share experiences between students across various year levels. Show less

Team Leader

• Feb 2017 - Feb 2021

Salsa's Fresh Mex Grill is an Australian chain of fast-food restaurants based in Sydney. Popular for serving a variety of Tex-Mex foods > Worked as a team member initially for the first one year and then was asked to be a team leader after the assistant manager forwarded my name > Consistently had a positive up-sale track record and always received positive customer feedback (was awarded the employee of the month on several occasions). > As a team member, I was involved in preparing food, taking and serving orders whilst ensuring cleanliness > As a team leader, I passionately lead a team of 5 members each shift. Delegated them tasks based on individual strengths and weaknesses and where needed assisted in helping the team members improve their skills. > Assisted in meeting the monthly sales targets and maximizing profits- part of it included creatively brainstorming ideas for monthly promotions (Eg- Tradie’s Weekly specials, Taco Tuesdays and introduction of new flavors) > Maintained up to date with store cleaning and operating procedures, often applying my knowledge to make suggestions at team meetings. > Part of my role included handling customer complaints and problem solving whilst smiling my head off > Operated cash registers, accepting payments and preparing sales invoices > Participating in stock takes and assisting in putting new stocks as well as organized store requirements > With the onset of COVID-19 I as both a team leader and a health professional reminded all team members to follow the hygienic behaviors, take protective measures and follow all instructions regarding travel as set out in the COVID-19 Training Policy. > To be a good role model for other team members I consistently kept up with my own training as well including- Sanitization and Chemical Safety, Emergency Procedures, Uniform Guidelines, Workplace Behavior Policy, National Promotions, etc. Show less

Student Radiographer

• Sep 2020 - Oct 2020

his is a large private hospital encountering both inpatient and outpatient flows. The hospital is highly regarded for its holistic approach to cancer treatment and their dedication to provide its patients with evidence-based practice through research. At this site, I aimed to further develop my basic Radiographic skills in accordance with staff education, support and supervision. Where possible I took initiative, accountability and responsibility for venturing into other modalities such as- DSA, Operation theatre, mobile imaging, US, CT and MRI Show less

Student Radiographer

• Feb 2020 - Feb 2020

Small private clinic whereby I engaged with a lot of outpatients presenting to the clinic investigating for digestive and urinary tract problems or query fractures. At this site, I acquired skills to perform CT scans. With the onset of COVID-19 at the time and the rapidly changing landscape of the workplace, I got a real focus and grounding on the use of PPE and other infection control procedures. Small private clinic whereby I engaged with a lot of outpatients presenting to the clinic investigating for digestive and urinary tract problems or query fractures. At this site, I acquired skills to perform CT scans. With the onset of COVID-19 at the time and the rapidly changing landscape of the workplace, I got a real focus and grounding on the use of PPE and other infection control procedures.

Student Radiographer

• Jul 2019 - Oct 2019

I got the opportunity to further strengthen my general radiography skills on both inpatients and outpatients. Adapted radiographic techniques for paediatrics during this placement experience, demonstrating my communication to ensure confident and empathetic delivery to put patient comfort first I got the opportunity to further strengthen my general radiography skills on both inpatients and outpatients. Adapted radiographic techniques for paediatrics during this placement experience, demonstrating my communication to ensure confident and empathetic delivery to put patient comfort first

Student Radiographer

• Jun 2019 - Jun 2019

The Avenue Hospital is a medical and surgical private hospital. A lot of the work involved- orthopaedic patients undergoing joint replacement surgeries and people with sports injuries and Bariatric surgeries. At this site, I got to be part of a multi-disciplinary team in more complex settings – such as ICUs for mobile imaging and people undergoing theatre procedures. A lot of the inpatients post surgeries presented to the x-ray department in wheelchairs and trolley’s which made me adapt my imaging techniques. With a fair share of Bariatric patients, I independently performed a range of fluoroscopic procedures including assessment of gastric sleeve and gastric balloons. Show less

Student Radiographer

• Oct 2018 - Nov 2018

This was a small private clinic in WA located within a health and community centre. I performed general x-ray work for a lot of outpatients living in the community. This placement for me was more about growing my skills for patient communication and imaging technique, particularly for spines. This was a small private clinic in WA located within a health and community centre. I performed general x-ray work for a lot of outpatients living in the community. This placement for me was more about growing my skills for patient communication and imaging technique, particularly for spines.

Student Radiographer

• Apr 2018 - May 2018

This was a large private hospital reputable for work in Cardiothoracic, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Pain Management and Oncology. As a first-year student, I played more of an observatory role and performed imaging for extremities only. The staff there assisted me in improving my anatomical understanding. This was a large private hospital reputable for work in Cardiothoracic, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Pain Management and Oncology. As a first-year student, I played more of an observatory role and performed imaging for extremities only. The staff there assisted me in improving my anatomical understanding.

Team Member

• Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

Muffin Break, Southlands Shopping Centre • Assessed customer needs using active listening in busy environment to meet their requirements • Preparing and service food and beverage for consumption on the premises • Kept accurate records to sales, refunds and appropriate financial document • Taking customer’s food and beverage orders • Operating cash registers, accepting payments and preparing sales invoices • Clearing away used dishes and cutlery form tables when consumers are finished • Participating in stocktakes and assisting in putting new stacks • Providing backup to other café employees • Cleaning and preparing tables for use Show less