Shirin Ghaseminejad Tafreshi
Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Versatile healthcare professional with a robust background at Emam Hossein Hospital, adept in emergency care and demonstrating exceptional communication skills. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in EMR systems and maintaining data integrity, showcasing a growth-oriented mindset and commitment to professionalism and ethics.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
APCardiology
01.2024 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Performing Covid assessment and screening as well as taking patients’ vital signs, weight and height.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
Medical Office Assistant
APCardiology
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Receiving incoming calls, greeting patients and business representatives, identifying their needs and concerns, and
communicating the messages to the appropriate staff and parties - Using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems (ex. Plexia) and other computer applications to schedule appointments, perform data entry, prepare and update letters, case histories, and medical records.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Updated patient information and insurance details for accurate electronic medical records.
- Communicating with and sending letters to labs, Hospitals, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and lawyer offices.
- Interviewing patients for case histories and explaining medical procedures prior to appointments.
- Completing flowsheet (ex. Special Authority Requests) and insurance claim forms.
General Practitioner
Azin Surgery Center
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Conducted pre-procedure health assessments for patients undergoing ophthalmic surgeries.
- Provided post-operative check ups and support, addressing patient concerns during recovery process.
- Advised patients on post-treatment care options, at-home plans and effective rehabilitation.
- Stayed current on medical advancements through continuous professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively by creating tailored long-term care plans for individual patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and empathetic care during consultations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to resolve procedural questions and address patient needs.
- Coordinated closely with specialists regarding complex cases or necessary referrals, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
Emergency Physician
Emam Hossein Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Independently managed a busy, under-resourced emergency department in a neglected rural town.
- Provided emergency care for trauma cases, cardiac arrests, overdoses, surgical emergencies, and domestic violence cases.
- Assessed and treated patients with common conditions.(e.g., flu, renal colic) during non-emergency intervals.
- Triages patients, coordinated ambulance transfers, and referred patients to larger hospitals for specialized care.
- Delivered prenatal, postnatal, and neonatal jaundice care.
- Supervised nurses, managed hospital workflow, and completed school health forms for children.
- Developed resilience and advanced clinical decision-making under intense pressure and sleep deprivation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care plans.
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly reviewing staffing needs along with seasonal trends affecting demand for ER services.
- Developed strong relationships with local EMS providers, ensuring optimal coordination during critical situations.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate bedside manner and effective communication skills.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
Tehran, Iran04-2017
Skills
- Administrative: Electronic documentation,EMR systems(Plexia), scheduling, patient documentation, insurance claims
- Communication: patient education, conflict resolution, interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Knowledge of maintaining data integrity and security in line with canadian privacy laws
- Managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines efficiently
- Proven capability to acquire new medical skills and adjust to dynamic settings with growth-oriented mindset
- Clinical: Emergency care, prenatal and postnatal care, diagnostic assessments, patient triage
- Reliable team player
- Professionalism and ethics and
Maintaining confidentiality
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Examinations
Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) Part 1
Passed | May 2024
National Assessment Collaboration (NAC) Examination
Passed | September 2024
Occupational English Test (OET)
Registered for December 2024
Interests
- Swimming
- Dancing
- Cooking
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Avid reader with a keen interest is psychology books and thought-provoking novels
Timeline
Medical Assistant
APCardiology
01.2024 - Current
Medical Office Assistant
APCardiology
08.2022 - 01.2024
General Practitioner
Azin Surgery Center
01.2020 - 08.2022
Emergency Physician
Emam Hossein Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2019
M.D. - Medicine
Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
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