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REBECCA CROTHERS

REBECCA CROTHERS

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Until a few months ago, l was severely disabled (a spinal injury). Seeing the world in spoons (units of energy) & accessibility barriers changes the way you see the world.
I recovered fully, and now l must use my energy and privilege to make life a little less tough for marginalised people. Those in pain, those who fight racism and ableism every day, these people do not have the spoons - it's not their job, but l would like it to be mine.
Please reach out if you feel the same way!

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Premium Polished Concrete
Melbourne, VIC
01.2020 - Current
  • Attended conferences in Poland and Germany in 2022, to relay procedural information and forge industry connections.
  • Reduced travel-related costs by 30%.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.

Artist

Freelance
02.2020 - Current
  • Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
  • Produced and distributed a book
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
  • Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
  • Maintained personal-development based mindset to overcome obstacles and drive change.

Cardiac Physiologist

Monash Heart, Monash Medical Centre
Melbourne, VIC
01.2018 - 02.2020
  • Carried out non-invasive cardiopulmonary tests with respiratory gas measurements (VO2, VCO2, VE) to cardiac patients post-event.
  • Tested patients using various exercise and physical testing protocols for cardiac and pulmonary evaluation.
  • Conducted diagnostic procedures and exercise stress tests to evaluate patient health.
  • Attended regular health conferences to learn new, pertinent findings to improve patient care.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in conducting scientific research, data entry, analysis and reporting.

Disability Self-Advocacy

Freelance
Melbourne, Victoria
08.2019 - 09.2022

I had a severe spinal injury for 3 years and l used all the will and determination l had to fully recover. I spent 80% of my time lying in bed for a year post two botched procedures ans l fought my way out tooth and nail. I managed to learn a lifetime worth of skills to help myself stay well and to teach others to do the same.

Team Member

Bras N' Things
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport, leading to personal customer satisfaction score of 4.6/5.
  • Completed 100% of training modules and testing, achieving 98% accuracy.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Psychology And Health Sciences - Research Methodology And Quantitative Methods

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
12.2020

Skills

  • Process Optimization
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Report Writing
  • Client Requirements
  • Active Listening
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Personal Growth Support
  • Change Implementation

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Artist

Freelance
02.2020 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Premium Polished Concrete
01.2020 - Current

Disability Self-Advocacy

Freelance
08.2019 - 09.2022

Cardiac Physiologist

Monash Heart, Monash Medical Centre
01.2018 - 02.2020

Team Member

Bras N' Things
01.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Psychology And Health Sciences - Research Methodology And Quantitative Methods

Swinburne University of Technology
REBECCA CROTHERS