Bereket Legesse
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dedicated medical practitioner with over six years of experience in delivering high-quality care to individuals across all age groups. Proven expertise in managing a diverse range of medical conditions, including acute and chronic illnesses, disabilities, and longstanding bedridden cases. Adept at working long hours, including weekends and holidays, while maintaining a deep understanding of the emotional, physical, and psychosocial needs of patients. Possesses strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping others. Seeking opportunities to leverage my extensive medical background and commitment to patient care in a challenging and supportive role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Medical Practitioner
Bethel Teaching General Hospital
12.2017 - 11.2023
Home Care Aide
Life Line Home Care
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service area.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
Bethel Medical College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia08.2017
Skills
- Clinical Skills: Proficient in diagnosing and managing common medical conditions, performing routine examinations, and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Patient Care: Skilled in providing preventive care, health education, and managing chronic diseases while ensuring patient-centered communication and support
- Emergency Response: Capable of handling acute medical emergencies and stabilizing patients
- Procedural Skills: Competent in performing minor surgical procedures, administering injections, and other hands-on intervention
- Ethics and Professionalism: Adheres to high ethical standards, demonstrates professionalism in patient interactions, and maintains confidentiality
- Team Collaboration: Effective in working with other healthcare professionals
- Professional Development: Commitment to continuous professional growth, attending conferences, and participating in workshops to refine teaching skills and knowledge
- Leadership Skill: Leading health care teams, mentoring junior staff, and taking initiative in clinical setting
Certification
- Health Professional Registration and Licensing Certificate (Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ministry of Health)
- Adult/Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certificate (New Life CPR)
- Alberta Driving License class 4 (Government of Alberta)
- An integrated approach to building health system resilience. (WHO)
- Effective Communication for Healthy Outcomes (Young African Leaders Initiative)
- Introducing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) (WHO, Health Emergencies Program)
- Non-communicable diseases assessment, diagnosis, management, and follow-up of conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes (PSI, UNHCR)
- Problem Solving and Decision making, Customer handling and Service delivery, and Attitudinal Transformation (Young African Leaders Initiative)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Tigrigna
Professional Working
Hobbies and Interests
- Humanitarian Services
- Mental Health and Nutrition Programs
- Digital Health and Innovation
- Health system strengthening
Timeline
General Medical Practitioner
Bethel Teaching General Hospital
12.2017 - 11.2023
Home Care Aide
Life Line Home Care
01.2014 - 03.2016
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
Bethel Medical College
- Health Professional Registration and Licensing Certificate (Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ministry of Health)
- Adult/Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certificate (New Life CPR)
- Alberta Driving License class 4 (Government of Alberta)
- An integrated approach to building health system resilience. (WHO)
- Effective Communication for Healthy Outcomes (Young African Leaders Initiative)
- Introducing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) (WHO, Health Emergencies Program)
- Non-communicable diseases assessment, diagnosis, management, and follow-up of conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes (PSI, UNHCR)
- Problem Solving and Decision making, Customer handling and Service delivery, and Attitudinal Transformation (Young African Leaders Initiative)
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