Priscilla Djan
Potchefstroom
Summary
Priscilla is a Junior Medical Doctor with remarkable aptitude to take initiative. She has hands-on experience in both Secondary and Rural Healthcare. She is known for her reliability and adaptability, with the capacity to learn and apply new skills timeously. She is committed to making meaningful impact towards the social and health landscape of South Africa. She has special interest in surgical disciplines and optimizing service delivery and patient care - through digital health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Service Medical Officer
Department of Health
01.2024 - Current
- Rural Healthcare rotating through the Surgical Department, Maternity Department and General Paediatrics ward.
- Treated patients with acute and chronic health problems in emergency, inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Pioneering Outreach Programs for the surrounding clinics.
- Trained and supervised medical students and interns.
Medical Intern
Department of Health
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed basic knowledge in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, Psychiatry and Family Medicine - by rotating through the departments alongside facility specialists.
- Co-lead the intern group assisting the intern curator with interpersonal and administrative issues arising.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for patients, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
Education
MBChB - Medicine
University of The Free State
Bloemfontien12.2021
High School
High School For Girls Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom12.2015
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Community program development
- Administrative
- Research
Certification
ESMOE - 2022
Basic Surgical Skills - 2023
Basic Life Support - 2024
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - 2024
Competency in Driving Government Vehicles - 2024
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate (B2)
Sotho
Intermediate (B1)
Tswana
Elementary (A2)
IsiZulu
Beginner (A1)
Xhosa
Beginner (A1)
Venda
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Community Service Medical Officer
Department of Health
01.2024 - Current
Medical Intern
Department of Health
01.2022 - 12.2023
MBChB - Medicine
University of The Free State
High School
High School For Girls Potchefstroom
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