Cara VanSchalkwyk
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Adept Medical Intern from Paarl Hospital, skilled in patient management and diagnostic skills. Excelled in adapting to various specialties, enhancing clinical expertise, and ensuring optimal health outcomes through innovative treatment adjustments. Demonstrated exceptional patient care and communication, contributing to research projects and streamlining healthcare provider collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Intern
Paarl Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.
- Remained current on latest medical advancements through continuous learning efforts such as attending seminars, workshops, and conferences.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently updating their information after every consultation or procedure.
- Provided compassionate care during challenging situations, offering emotional support to patients and families facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Evaluated patient progress throughout treatment plans, adjusting strategies when necessary to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring.
- Assisted physicians in conducting diagnostic tests, resulting in accurate diagnoses and targeted treatment plans.
- Shadowed experienced professionals to gain firsthand insight into specialized medical procedures and protocols.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, ensuring a comfortable environment for open communication about their health concerns.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with treatment team to implement optimal protocols.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers by acting as a liaison between physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other team members involved in patient care.
- Assisted with research projects by compiling and organizing medical data from reports and patient interviews.
Education
M.D. - M.D
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa12.2021
High School Diploma -
Paarl Gimnasium
Paarl, South Africa11.2015
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Management
- Diagnostic Skills
- Clinical assessment
- IV Insertion
- Physical examination
- Immunization Administration
- Laboratory skills
- EKG Interpretation
- Medical Research
- Healthcare administration
- Medical Ethics
- Wound Care
Timeline
Medical Intern
Paarl Hospital
01.2022 - Current
M.D. - M.D
University of Stellenbosch
High School Diploma -
Paarl Gimnasium
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