YAMKELA MLISA
Medical Officer
River St, Brooklyn, Cape Town
Summary
Dedicated medical doctor with 3 years of diverse clinical experience in community service and internship. Skilled in managing maternal conditions, medical emergencies, and surgical cases. Strong decision-making skills under pressure while successfully treating trauma and pediatric cases. Currently pursuing a Diploma in Obstetrics to enhance specialization. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and improving patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient medical practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Service Medical Officer
Butterworth Hospital
Butterworth
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Maternity medium risk clinic: managing common maternal conditions in all trimesters and routine obstetrics scans and maternity calls
- Casualty: independent management of trauma, medical emergencies, orthopedic and pediatric cases (resuscitation, stabilization and referral to higher levels of care)
- Medical wards: management, resuscitation, stabilization and referral to higher levels of care
- Conducted timely medical assessments, ensuring accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Demonstrated respect for staff, volunteers and patients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Evaluated patients for effective triage and treatment.
Medical Intern
East London Hospital Complex
East London
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Rotated through medical and surgical disciplines as per HPCSA requirements
- Supervised management of patients at District, Regional and Tertiary level
- Intern teachings, Morbidity and Mortality meetings
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical histories.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Performed minor surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending physicians, honing technical skills necessary for future practice success.
Education
Diploma - Obstetrics
College of Medicine of South Africa
South Africa 01.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban 01.2016 - 12.2021
National Senior Certificate Grade 12 - CAPS
Zimele High School
Mthatha 01.2011 - 12.2015
Skills
Basic Life Support Skills
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Basic and Essential Surgical Skills
undefinedPersonal Information
- ID Number: 9808065570084
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 8 manual
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Butterworth Hospital
Dr A Twani
Medical Officer
0843251115
- East London Hospital Complex
Dr Mandondo
Consultant
0605602474
Timeline
Diploma - Obstetrics
College of Medicine of South Africa
01.2025 - Current
Community Service Medical Officer
Butterworth Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
Medical Intern
East London Hospital Complex
01.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2016 - 12.2021
National Senior Certificate Grade 12 - CAPS
Zimele High School
01.2011 - 12.2015
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