Habiba Hamed
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated Medical Radiation Technologist with expertise in X-ray imaging and a newly acquired specialization in MRI. Proven ability to deliver high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Experienced in collaborating with healthcare teams to provide exceptional patient care. Currently seeking a position in the MRI field to leverage my skills and further develop my expertise in advanced imaging technologies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist Assistant
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
06.2024 - Current
- Improved patient safety by diligently adhering to established protocols and guidelines during MRI procedures.
- Ensured MRI equipment operated at peak performance through regular inspections, proactively identifying potential issues to minimize downtime
- Positioned patients effectively to capture high-quality MRI images
- Aided radiologists in achieving superior image quality by accurately positioning patients and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
Medical Radiation Technologist
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
06.2023 - Current
- Ensured adherence to industry standards and regulations by keeping up with ongoing education and best practices in medical radiation technology.
- Supported radiologists in conducting specialized imaging procedures.
- Greeted patients warmly and aimed to make their experience as comfortable as possible through attentive care and support.
- Maintained a high standard of patient service by offering assistance in various ways, demonstrating professionalism, and addressing questions and concerns effectively.
- Assessed images for technical quality and precision.
- Promoted patient safety by rigorously following radiation protection protocols and guidelines during all radiologic examinations.
Student MRI Technologist
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in performing MRI procedures under the supervision of licensed technologists, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Gained hands-on experience in patient positioning to obtain optimal MRI images.
- Learned to operate MRI equipment and support technology settings to enhance image quality.
- Maintained a sterile and organized workspace to uphold patient safety and infection control standards.
- Engaged with patients to explain procedures, alleviate concerns, and provide support during examinations.
- Conducted routine equipment checks and reported any technical issues to supervising staff.
- Collaborated with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate imaging and patient care.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay updated on MRI techniques and best practices.
- Assisted in documenting patient information and imaging results in electronic medical records.
Student Medical Radiation Technologist
McMaster Children's Hospital
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Interacted closely with practitioners, nurses and patients.
- Used effective interpersonal, active listening and communication skills.
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes.
- Provided effective communication with parents and family of the patients.
- Applied new skills learned in the to daily tasks to improve productivity.
- Implemented positive energy and proper care for children.
- Carried out day to day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; morning, evening, night, weekend, and holiday
shifts. - Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and
answering questions. - Assisted patients with basic care and provided excellent service.
- Provided emotional support to children in the hospital.
Sales Associate
Gap Inc
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal.
- Promoted merchandise to engage customers.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome shopping customers.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, store managers and customers.
- Provided friendly assistance to customers, enhancing their shopping
experience. - Helped customers locate products and checked store system for
merchandise at other sites. - Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper
care for merchandise. - Operated cash registers carefully.
- Valued customer confidentiality.
- Trained new employees and educated associates.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
- Achieved perfect attendance.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Student Medical Radiation Technologist
Hamilton General Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them on everyday tasks.
- Aided in clinical care and maintained patient well-being across several areas and locations.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by
following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures. - Demonstrated ambition and passion in learning new clinical skills from supervisors and senior diagnostic technologists.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Rendered high level of support to stressed patients prior to procedures, offering comfort and listening ear.
- Demonstrated respect and attentiveness.
Swimming Instructor
Hillcrest High School
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Organized and taught swimming lessons to children aged 12 to 16 years.
- Instructed classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided effective insight and instructions to students to better enhance their swimming skills.
- Tested swimming skills and criteria.
- Provided fair grading and feedback to students.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Provided continuous encouragement and positive feedback to motivate students to excell in their swimming skills.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiation Sciences
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiation Sciences
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON04.2023
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Ottawa, ON06.2019
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Communication
- Contrast Administration
- Patient Positioning
- Quality Control Procedures
- Patient Care Coordination
- Anatomy knowledge
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Image Quality Assessment
- Intravenous access
- Clinical Workflow Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- CAMRT Medical Radiation Technology Certificate
- CAMRT Magnetic Resonance Certificate
- Certified First Aid and CPR training
- BLS (HCP) certified
- AED certified
Timeline
MRI Technologist Assistant
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
06.2024 - Current
Student MRI Technologist
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
01.2024 - 04.2024
Medical Radiation Technologist
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
06.2023 - Current
Student Medical Radiation Technologist
McMaster Children's Hospital
07.2022 - 04.2023
Sales Associate
Gap Inc
11.2021 - 07.2022
Student Medical Radiation Technologist
Hamilton General Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2020
Swimming Instructor
Hillcrest High School
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiation Sciences
McMaster University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiation Sciences
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
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