Muriel Burke
Dubai
Summary
Ambitious and engaging Senior Radiation Therapist at SSMC who is constantly seeking to improve my knowledge and skills within the healthcare sector. I am passionate about enhancing patient and colleague care through effective training, mentoring, and compassionate support. In the UAE I am active member within the Gaelic football, CrossFit and yoga communities. My activities outside of work have helped me understand the importance between physical, emotional and mental health to everyone's wellbeing, I appreciate the organizations aims to empower positive overall health through their utilization of wellness schemes. I am eager to develop and implement employee policies and program's that have a big impact and help foster a greater culture of wellbeing into the pure health family, I am committed to participating in further education to propel this.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Radiation Therapist
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
05.2023 - Current
- Provided ongoing support and education for patients and families throughout the course of radiation therapy treatments.
- Promoted a culture of open communication within the team, fostering collaboration and enhancing overall patient care quality.
- Effectively communicated technical concepts related to radiation therapy procedures to non-medical personnel such as administrators or insurance representatives when necessary.
- Participated in daily meetings regarding patient workflow and tasks.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to safety standards and best practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waiting times for patients.
Senior Radiation Therapist
Neuro Spinal Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Created departmental protocols to ensure they are of a high standard so quality and care are maintained.
- Development of patient education leaflets .
- Involved with marketing and website content for the Cancer Centre.
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, accurate treatment planning, and precise execution of radiation therapy procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Overcame challenges associated with limited resources by utilizing creative problem-solving skills while adhering to safety protocols.
Radiation Therapist
Belfast Health & Social Care Trust
03.2016 - 08.2021
- Select member of the “Joy at work” group that conducted meet ups with staff to see what could implemented to increase job satisfaction.
- Piloted a 9-day fortnight in the department to assess its feasibility, was later departmentally implemented.
- Organized social events: Christmas gatherings, sports days.
- Instigated weekly and monthly events for the department; The Great Friday Bake-off, Costa Fridays and the lunchtime walking group.
- Chairperson of the pediatric treatment group.
- Arranged treatment schedule for pediatric patients, including personalized calendars for each day of their treatment and presents for treatment completion.
- I was a “Buddy” to junior staff and students, I trained and integrated them seamlessly into the team.
- Audit trained and carried out yearly audits on protocols and work instructions to assess their rigor.
- Responsibilities included patient care, safe treatment delivery, imaging and simulation.
- Lead radiographer in the On-Treatment Review clinic, responsibilities involved managing multiple Dr clinics, staff training and rotas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiotherapy & Oncology
University of Ulster Jordanstown
UK06.2015
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Compassionate support
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Active Listening
References
Available on request
Timeline
Senior Radiation Therapist
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
05.2023 - Current
Senior Radiation Therapist
Neuro Spinal Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
Radiation Therapist
Belfast Health & Social Care Trust
03.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Radiotherapy & Oncology
University of Ulster Jordanstown
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