Clara Hanrahan
Summary
I am studying a Batchelor of Radiography in University College Dublin. I am currently on an Erasmus exchange programme participating in Radiography modules and clinical placement in Vienna Austria. I have worked in both the hospitality and retail sectors which have enhanced my communication skills. In these sectors I worked in challenging and busy environments which encouraged me to think critically and problem solve. Through my time on clinical placement I understand the importance of preparation and planning to establish an efficient service delivery. I have also adhered to the legislation and protocols in place in the hospital departments which help to establish patient, staff and public safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Radiographer
University Hospital Limerick
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided a high standard of patient care by explaining the benefit's and risks of the procedures as well as answering any questions patients may have.
- Produced diagnostic quality radiographs by choosing optimum exposure settings and positioning patients correctly.
- Worked alongside a multidisciplinary hospital team to ensure adequate patient safety and optimum patient care.
- Ensured x-ray equipment and rooms were clean and stocked. Reported any incidents and equipment faults to the appropriate staff.
- Adhered to hospitals radiation protection protocols and policies and best practice guidelines.
Waitress Supervisor
Kilcoolys Country House Hotel
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing waitstaff breaks and ensuring optimal coverage during busy periods.
- Increased overall dining experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service and reporting any problems to management.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff, sharing best practices and improving overall team performance.
- Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Student Radiographer
University Hospital Galway
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Ensured x-ray rooms were adequately stocked and clean.
- Provided high quality patient care by providing clear patient positioning instructions and therefore reducing the need for repeat examinations.
- Carried out x-ray examinations under the supervision of qualified radiographers.
- To appropriately fill out the patient questionnaire forms for CT and MRI. To assist patients onto the x-ray table using the correct manual handling techniques. To always ensure patient safety.
- Improved image quality by adjusting equipment parameters and positioning patients correctly for optimal results.
- Worked alongside multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing radiographic examinations.
- Appropriately completed patients pre-examination questionnaires and forms in line with hospital policies and protocols.
Shop Assistant
Heaphy's Centra
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Working on tills, ensured adequate stock was maintained.
- Assisted customers with queries.
- Maintained a clean and organized shop floor.
- Assisted in training new staff on store procedures, policies, and weekly offers.
- Worked as part of a team to ensure a high quality service was maintained.
- Completed the necessary and relevant HSE land courses that were required for this occupation.
Education
Bachelor of Radiography - Healthcare
University College Dublin
Dublin06.2024
Skills
- I am a hard working and ambitious individual as I always strive to achieve my best this can be seen in for example in my exam results I am a caring and friendly individual
- I have developed strong communication skills through my part time jobs and interacting with patients during my time on clinical placement
- I understand the value of working with a large multidisciplinary team and I believe that I am a team player
- I work well under pressure and in busy environments which I have experienced on radiography clinical placement and in my part time jobs My time management is exceptional
- I understand the importance of professional development and I embrace learning new skills and experiences well
Accomplishments
- I achieved 587 points in my leaving certificate 2020.
- I won a BT Young Scientist Display Award - 2017.
- I have a fully clean Irish driving licence.
- I received a Bronze Gaisce Medal for taking on new skills and partaking in voluntary work.
- I volunteered during UCD's European Radiation Protection Week (ERCP) 2023.
- I received the Dr HH Stewart Medical Scholarship in Diagnostic Imaging in 2022 which is one of my greatest achievements to date.
Personal details
Clara Hanrahan,
Shrone, Ballylongford, Co. Kerry,
0892775069,
clarahanrahan24@gmail.com
references
- Adrienne Walsh Past Radiography Practice Tutor September 2022- December 2022, University Hospital Limerick, 0851403060, adrienne.walsh@hse.ie
- John and Joan O'Connor, Kilcooly's Country House Hotel, Ballybunion, Co.Kerry, 0878235781
- Noel and Shirley Heaphy, Centra Ballylongford, Ballylongford, Co. Kerry, 087 232 5473
Timeline
Student Radiographer
University Hospital Limerick
09.2022 - 09.2023
Waitress Supervisor
Kilcoolys Country House Hotel
06.2022 - 09.2023
Student Radiographer
University Hospital Galway
03.2021 - 07.2022
Shop Assistant
Heaphy's Centra
04.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Radiography - Healthcare
University College Dublin
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