Samantha Rabah
Greenvale,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Radiation Therapist with expertise in CT simulation and radiotherapy administration. Experienced in fast-paced environments, effectively managing teams to uphold quality and safety standards while improving patient care outcomes. Strengths include adaptability, resilience under pressure, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist Grade 2
Genesis Care
07.2016 - Current
Safety & Quality Lead
Epping Radiation Oncology Centre
2024 - Current
- Supported simulation and treatment of first EEBH patient at Epping Radiation Oncology Centre, contributing to improved patient care protocols.
- Designed and developed statewide safety and quality quiz in the lead up to accreditation.
- Facilitated accreditation process at Epping Centre, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led CT simulation and trained new staff, enhancing operational efficiency and quality of service.
Quality Manager Victoria
Genesis Care
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Executed implementation of care quality management framework policies, ensuring compliance with NSQHS standards.
- Collaborated with director of nursing to enhance infection control practices, promoting a safer care environment.
- Engaged consumers to refine procedures for consumer advisory committee, enhancing stakeholder input.
- Prepared and chaired safety and quality committee meetings for presentations at CMC.
- Designed and tested action register to document accreditation records and site changes.
- Participated in ACHS Improvement Academy masterclass on engaging clinicians in quality and safety.
- Planned and sourced key initiatives for 'Eco Genesis' project, including auto shut down for computers.
Safety & Quality Lead
St Vincents Radiation Oncology Centre
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Facilitated audit processes at SVROC and EPROC sister sites by coordinating schedules and documentation.
- Shared monthly updates on centre quality improvements, NPS, patient experience, and site audit results to improve team communication.
- Coordinated with cancer nurse consultant and centre leader to strengthen communication strategies for COVID-19 updates and onsite management, ensuring timely information dissemination.
- Organized and facilitated patient focus groups, developed actionable reports, and implemented feedback to improve patient engagement and satisfaction.
- Conducted patient focus groups and organized events, fundraisers, and tumor-specific kits, enhancing patient experience portfolio through targeted feedback.
- Executed a trial examining effects of fasting on bowel presentation in prostate treatment patients.
- Partnership inside and out: delivered an inservice to St Vincent’s allied health team; speech pathologists and dieticians on 'Understanding Radiotherapy' to assist in the management of head and neck side effects.
Optical Dispenser/ Customer Service Representative
OPSM
01.2012 - 12.2016
Education
Cert III & IV Fitness -
VAST Academy
01-2021
Masters of Medical Radiations - Radiation Therapy
Monash University
01-2017
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Melbourne
01-2013
Skills
- Bilingual
- Patient experience enhancement
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- CT simulation
- Varian & Elekta machine operation
- Quality management practices
- Data analysis and reporting
References
- Alexandra Sutherland, Quality Manager Victoria, Alexandra.Sutherland@genesiscare.com
- Jess Willis, Unit Director of Nursing, Jess.Willis@genesiscare.com
- Marcus Laferlita, Centre Leader – Epping, Marcus.Laferlita@genesiscare.com
Attributes
- Life Long learner, enthusiastic with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
- Approachable leader acting with integrity.
- Emotionally mature, excellent communication skills with the capacity to connect and collaborate with individuals from various domains.
- Ambitious with a growth mindset to develop as a health professional but to also empower colleagues and students in their own development.
- Passionate about boosting team morale, and working collaboratively to support a culture of quality and continuous improvement in the delivery of patient care.
- Committed to delivering results, that align with the organisation’s vision and values.
Timeline
Quality Manager Victoria
Genesis Care
01.2024 - 02.2024
Safety & Quality Lead
St Vincents Radiation Oncology Centre
01.2018 - 12.2023
Radiation Therapist Grade 2
Genesis Care
07.2016 - Current
Optical Dispenser/ Customer Service Representative
OPSM
01.2012 - 12.2016
Safety & Quality Lead
Epping Radiation Oncology Centre
2024 - Current
Cert III & IV Fitness -
VAST Academy
Masters of Medical Radiations - Radiation Therapy
Monash University
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Melbourne