Afreen Sami
Skokie,USA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and a Master’s degree in Healthcare Informatics. Experienced in clinical data management and implementation of electronic health record (EHR) systems, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. Skilled in project management, data analysis, and workflow optimization, committed to improving healthcare delivery through innovative informatics solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Governors State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the implementation and management of health informatics projects
- Assist in the development and maintenance of health information databases and systems
- Conduct data analysis and interpretation to identify trends and insights for research and decision-making purposes
- Participate in the design and execution of research studies related to health informatics and data management
- Provide technical support to faculty, staff, and students in utilizing health informatics software and technologies
- Stay updated with the latest developments and advancements in health informatics through literature reviews and attending relevant conferences and seminars
Student Worker
Governors State University
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted faculty and staff with various administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, answering phones, and responding to email inquiries
- Assisted with the planning and coordination of university events, including setting up and breaking down event spaces, assisting with registration, and providing customer service
- Provided research assistance to faculty members, including conducting literature searches, summarizing research articles, and preparing research presentations
- Provided tutoring and mentoring to fellow students, including helping with coursework, offering academic support, and serving as a study group leader
Healthcare Project Lead – COVID-19 & Digital Solutions
Virinchi Hospital
Hyderabad, India
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed a short-term project to implement telemedicine solutions in response to COVID-19 care needs, coordinating efforts across clinical and IT teams
- Collaborated with local healthcare providers to ensure alignment with COVID-19 guidelines, enhancing remote care options for high-risk patients
- Conducted post-implementation assessments to measure system effectiveness, identifying improvements that would increase long-term viability
Health Informatics Coordinator
King Faisal Hospital
, Saudi Arabia
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Led a team of junior clinical informatics assistants to manage digital records for COVID-19 patients, overseeing day-to-day data accuracy and compliance with infection control guidelines
- Managed a training program for 40+ staff members on new telehealth protocols, expanding patient access to care while minimizing in-person exposure risks
- Optimized data workflows in collaboration with IT specialists, improving data retrieval speeds by 35% to aid in faster decision-making for COVID-19 cases
Digital Health Project Assistant
King Faisal Hospital
, Saudi Arabia
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings between medical and IT teams to enhance the EHR system, ensuring it aligned with clinical workflows for COVID-19 care
- Trained clinical staff on digital health tools for patient monitoring and remote data entry, achieving a 25% reduction in data entry errors
- Monitored project milestones and managed small budget allocations for resource acquisition, completing each phase under budget and on schedule
Clinical Data Coordinator
King Faisal Hospital
, Saudi Arabia
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Coordinated data entry and reporting for COVID-19 cases, ensuring timely updates for healthcare staff and maintaining data accuracy
- Worked closely with infection control teams to improve patient data handling and management protocols, reducing response time by 20%
- Supported the implementation of an EHR upgrade to streamline patient data collection, adapting clinical workflows to the evolving needs of COVID-19 care
Clinical Intern, Healthcare Informatics
Al Abeer Medical Group
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted with data collection and management for patient records, supporting the transition from paper to electronic health records (EHR) and gaining foundational experience in health informatics
- Collaborated with IT and clinical teams to troubleshoot initial issues with the EHR system, improving data entry workflows and accuracy
- Developed skills in medical data analysis by tracking patient admission and discharge trends, contributing to early hospital capacity planning
Education
Master of Health Informatics -
Governors State University
Illinois City, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) - Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Science
Southeast University
China06-2019
Skills
- Clinical Data Management
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Optimization
- Telehealth Implementation
- Health Informatics
- Project Management
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Workflow Optimization
- Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge
- Team Leadership and Training
- Patient Care Coordination
- Communication Skills
- Technical Proficiency in Health IT Systems
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Adaptability in High-Stress Environments
- Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Governors State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Student Worker
Governors State University
02.2022 - 08.2022
Healthcare Project Lead – COVID-19 & Digital Solutions
Virinchi Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021
Health Informatics Coordinator
King Faisal Hospital
03.2021 - 10.2021
Digital Health Project Assistant
King Faisal Hospital
09.2020 - 02.2021
Clinical Data Coordinator
King Faisal Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2020
Clinical Intern, Healthcare Informatics
Al Abeer Medical Group
11.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Health Informatics -
Governors State University
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) - Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Science
Southeast University
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