Raeesa Murray
Pretoria
Summary
Accomplished Medical Officer with a proven track record at Gauteng DOH, adept in patient education and emergency care. Excels in team collaboration, hardworking and thrives in high paced environments. Utilises evidence-based practices to enhance community health, aiming to significantly reduce hospital admissions. Skilled in family medicine and advanced life support, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning with special interest in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Service Medical Officer
OR Tambo CHC, Johannesburg District Office
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2024 - Current
- Attend outreach clinics (Diepsloot South Clinc) weekly to assist with patient management.
- Co-chair and scribe of weekly clinical governance meetings held at the facility.
- Manage emergency department and stabilisation of patients.
- Facilitated referrals to specialized healthcare providers when necessary
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient visits, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up appointments.
- Educate public on preventive measures such on communicable & non communicable diseases to improve community health and reduce medical emergencies.
- Developed educational programs for patients, promoting health awareness and self-management skills.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality patient care and support..
Medical Intern
Mamelodi Regional Hospital
Pretoria East, South Africa
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability by 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.
- Provided compassionate care during challenging situations, offering emotional support to patients and families facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Shadowed experienced professionals to gain firsthand insight into specialized medical procedures and protocols.
- Performed minor surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending physicians, honing technical skills necessary for future practice success.
- Provided emergency care in high-pressure situations, demonstrating the ability to remain calm and focused under challenging circumstances.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex medical needs.
Diagnostic Radiographer
Kalafong Tertiary Hospital
Pretoria West, South Africa
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Maintained a high level of competency in various imaging modalities, including X-ray and CT scans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes through quality radiographic services.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for diagnostic radiography techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Performed quality control on equipment according to standard procedures.
- Increased operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on diagnostic equipment, minimizing downtime due to technical issues.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
Education
Bachelor Of Medicine & Surgery - Medicine
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Ga Rankuwa, South Africa 12.2021
Bachelor Of Diagnostic Radiography - Radiography
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 12.2014
National Senior Certificate -
Pretoria Muslim Trust Sunni School
Laudium, South Africa 12.2011
Skills
- Family medicine
- Trauma management
- Patient education and counseling
- Team Collaboration
- Minor & emergency surgical procedures
- Basic, advanced & paediatric life support
- Obstetric emergencies
Accomplishments
- Key Note speaker at World AIDS Day (2023) at Mamelodi Regional Hospital
- 2nd Place in Research Poster presentation in the 12th Radiography student seminar hosted by TUT
- Member of HAPPY mentorship program
- Deans merit list for radiography
- 5 Distinctions in the National Senior Certificate
- Participated in various projects and community initiatives with SANZAF
- School prefect
Certification
Basic Life support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Paediatric Advanced Life Support
ECG interpretation
ESMOE
Helping Babies Breathe
Additional Information
- Dr Mankge: Clinical Manager & Intern Director, Mamelodi Regional Hospital.Telephone: 012 841 8300
- Dr Lucas: Senior Medical Officer, OR Tambo CHC Telephone: 011 464 5005
- Mrs Johanna Masango: Supervisor & CT scan operator, Kalafong Tertiary Hospital. Telephone: 012 318 6664
- Mrs Margaret Sethole: Guardian Lecturer, University of Pretoria. Telephone: 012 354 1165
- Dr M Chabalala: Clinical co-ordinator of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, SMU. Cell phone: 073 370 3086
- Dr Mosidi: Clinical guide of Internal Medicine, SMU. Cellphone: 079 462 9649
- Mrs Naeema Hajee: Educator and co-ordinator, Pretoria Muslim Trust School. Cellphone: 079 634 8992
Timeline
Community Service Medical Officer
OR Tambo CHC, Johannesburg District Office
01.2024 - Current
Medical Intern
Mamelodi Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2023
Diagnostic Radiographer
Kalafong Tertiary Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor Of Medicine & Surgery - Medicine
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Bachelor Of Diagnostic Radiography - Radiography
University of Pretoria
National Senior Certificate -
Pretoria Muslim Trust Sunni School