Bismah Arif

Derick Dermatology is a leading authority in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatological services with 23 locations spanning Chicago, IL, and Tampa Bay, FL.

• Trained and mentored new medical assistants over a 6-week period, ensuring they were proficient in clinical procedures, patient care, and administrative tasks
• Assisted with biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, and laser treatments, ensuring patient comfort and sterile environments
• Prepared patients by taking medical histories, recording vitals, and documenting concerns in EMR systems
• Managed clinical supplies, stocked exam rooms, and handled inventory to prevent shortages
• Coordinated patient scheduling, follow-ups, and referrals to maintain smooth clinic operations
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and communication.

Advocate Condell offers a full spectrum of medical services and is the largest healthcare provider and only Level 1 trauma center in Lake County.

• Documented patient histories, physical exams, and assessments
• Prepared admission, discharge, and transfer summaries, streamlining provider communication
• Entered orders, lab results, and medication changes into the EMR system
• Tracked diagnostic test results, identified critical updates, and alerted the care team promptly
• Observed and recorded clinical procedures, contributing to comprehensive patient records.

Meridian Health Care has been recognized and ranked among the TOP 25% Home Health Care agencies in the United States for three consecutive years and considered one of the TOP 500 agencies nationwide for almost a decade.

• Provided emotional support, counseling, and end-of-life planning for terminally ill patients
• Conducted assessments of social, emotional, and environmental needs to develop care plans
• Assisted in navigating EMR systems, coordinating hospice services, and connecting with resources
• Facilitated family meetings on care goals, treatment options, and advance directives
• Supported patients and families with grief, loss, and anticipatory mourning through therapeutic conversations and educational materials.

• Managed front desk operations, greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and answering calls in a professional manner
• Facilitated patient check-ins/outs, verified insurance, collected co-pays, and ensured accurate billing
• Assisted with intake forms and medical records, streamlining the onboarding process for new patients
• Managed clinicians' calendars, sent appointment reminders, and rescheduled for workflow efficiency
• Collaborated with administrative and clinical teams to ensure smooth daily operations
• Handled referrals and coordinated with external providers for seamless patient transitions and continuity of care.

• Assisted in designing and implementing ASD research studies, including data collection, participant recruitment, and consent processes
• Conducted literature reviews to support research hypotheses and study methodologies
• Administered assessments and behavioral observations to collect data on cognitive, social, and communication skills in individuals with ASD
• Analyzed data using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R) and contributed to interpreting results for reports and publications
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive data collection and analysis
• Maintained records of research activities and data collection to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.

• Provided compassionate support to patients and families, offering comfort in stressful situations
• Assisted with patient flow, guiding patients, and helping with transport
• Supported staff by restocking supplies, preparing treatment rooms, and delivering lab specimens
• Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical staff to ease patient anxiety
• Observed medical procedures and patient care practices, gaining insight into emergency medicine
• Helped patients with paperwork, provided directions, and ensured adherence to hospital protocols.

• Assisted providers with patient histories, physical exams, and documentation of clinical findings
• Supported individualized treatment plans by participating in assessments and reviewing diagnostic tests
• Documented vaccinations, growth assessments, and wellness checks following pediatric guidelines
• Coordinated patient care by scheduling follow-ups, arranging referrals, and communicating with families and providers
• Maintained accurate medical records in EMR systems, ensuring thorough documentation of patient interactions and treatment plans.