6.1 Skills for Success Chapter Contents
Bailey McCabe, MRT(R)
| Current Employer |
Instructor at Fanshawe College
MRT Bluewater Health, Sarnia, ON |
| Skills you use professionally |
Critical thinking to deduce right course of action in triaging situations under time constraints
Following and documenting my schedule in a calendar so I am aware of upcoming shifts/class and where they are coinciding with my day-to-day responsibilities Constant list making and categorizing things based on importance (not how much I do or don’t want to do them) – this can look different for everybody based on what they excel at Communicating my expectations to my peers and patients while also listening to theirs Giving notice ahead of time when things may be difficult for me to achieve and working with my coworker/employer/patient to make a plan for successful completion with realistic expectations Having a proper balance of work and home life so that I can be fully invested while I do both and have more ‘bang for my buck’ while prepping for class/doing my continued education |
| Favourite Experience/Memory |
My favourite memory/experience most recently was helping a co-workers mother through her breast cancer journey. I was able to communicate the journey she would take throughout our department, day surgery and the OR that day to undergo her lumpectomy when no one else had taken the time to do so. I didn’t realize how much of a difference I had made until my coworker brought it up to me how much her mother appreciated me. Sometimes in social jobs (like teaching and hospital worker) you don’t always get to see the very final outcomes, or hear how much you made a difference – this was a moment to remind me of the part I played. |
| Credentials/Past Professional Experiences |
MRT (Radiology) – trained/educated in general radiology, mammography, CT. I have worked in a clinic setting, WRH (both sites – trauma/peads/oncology), Erie Shores Healthcare, Chatham Kent Hospital Alliance, Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Alliance, Bluewater Health, Pre-Health Science Program, Medical Radiation Tech Program, leadership skills course through CAMRT, PHS and MRT program instructor |
| One thing you would tell your student self |
I was really stressed about relocating towards the end of my schooling – I knew that if I wanted a job opportunity that would open doors for me I needed to relocate and/or commute. Relocating felt like my life would be over. I dragged my feet for a while but then took the leap so that I could start building my resume. I met some amazing people and learned many different things about my career that now make me stand out in my profession today. It’s never a bad idea to learn from multiple departments, or learn about what you want out of a job as well. Every site is different and makes you a more well-rounded worker. I think the same could be said for schooling – lots of people are upset when they don’t do the right program at first for example, but it will surprise you the transferrable skills you will learn that others won’t have – this means job opportunities down the road. Take everything in life as a learning lesson! Everything is valuable. |
Chapters 7 — 17 Contents
The remaining chapters in this text, Chapters 7 to 17, are designed to help you identify and refine your skills for success. In Section 6.1 Skills for Success we list chapters 7 to 17 and the contents of each chapter. In Section 6.2 Fanshawe Resources we list and describe the learning resources and supports that are available at Fanshawe College.
| Chapter | Title | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 7 | Learning and Knowing Yourself | What is Learning? What influences our ability to learn? How might preferences and culture impact my learning? Learning challenges Take charge of your learning |
| Chapter 8 | Academic Integrity | Understanding academic integrity Academic Integrity at Fanshawe College Citing and Referencing in APA Format |
| Chapter 9 | Time Management | The benefit of good time management The financial cost of poor time management The cost of procrastination How to manage time Prioritization: Self-management of what you do and when you do it Enhance strategies for time and task management |
| Chapter 10 | Remembering What You Read | Improving your memory The nature and types of reading How do you read to learn Effective Reading Strategies |
| Chapter 11 | Taking Notes | Notetaking General tips on notetaking |
| Chapter 12 | Taking Tests | Your purpose and past provide focus Study strategies – know the focus Study strategies – know the question types Effective studying Taking action – strategies for math tests Group studying Taking action for test anxiety |
| Chapter 13 | Technology and Research | Word processing Internet research Electronic communication Organization and storage Conducting research |
| Chapter 14 | Writing and Presenting | Interpersonal presentation skills Planning the presentation Presentation aids Delivering the presentation |
| Chapter 15 | Decision Making and Problem Solving | Types of thinking Decision making and solving problems Contingency planning vs. crisis management |
| Chapter 16 | Communication Skills – Collaborating with Others | The communication process Opportunities for effective speaking Opportunity for active listening Online discussion forums Team and group work in action Connecting and communicating in action |
| Chapter 17 | Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion | Definition of diversity Evaluating your beliefs Benefits of diversity Resources to learn more about diversity |
