Dunya Bahar Samandari
Fairfax,USA
Summary
Recent medical school graduate from Ghalib University in Kabul, Afghanistan. Top 10 in the 2020 graduating class and awarded medical degree with honors. Worked alongside other healthcare professionals and specialist at Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan and provided general medical services and continued medical care for patients. Currently taking a medical assisting course through Career Step and studying for the USMLE exams to continue my career in the medical field here in the US.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Fairfax Pediatric Associates
01.2024 - Current
- Administered immunizations to patients of all ages, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to CDC guidelines.
- Obtained patient medical histories, medication information, symptoms, and allergies to support physicians in diagnosis and treatment.
- Promoted a positive patient experience through clear communication and gentle injection techniques, reducing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored patients post-vaccination for adverse reactions and responded quickly when necessary.
- Managed medical records, including filing, organizing, and scanning documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Ensured proper vaccine storage and handling, maintaining temperature control to preserve effectiveness.
Medical Assistant
Pinnacle Family Practice
01.2023 - 10.2023
- EMR system medical record documentation, Athena health, Nextgen
- Providing initial patient intake care including taking patients vitals
- Organizing patient chart for doctor's review
- Provided prescription reports to pharmacies
- Responsible for management of patients' follow-up care
- Answering phone calls
General Practitioner - Medical Doctor
Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided patients care by reviewing medical history, evaluating symptoms, and prescribing medications and non-pharmacologic treatments
- Conducted screenings, evaluations, medical histories, and assessments
- Educated patients on illnesses, implications, probable outcomes, and suggestions for prevention
- Treated common injuries and conditions such as wounds, skin issues, and respiratory illnesses
- Diagnosed patients' conditions with direct evaluations, history examinations, and laboratory testing
- Documented patient medical history, diagnoses, and action plans to track individual cases and treatment progress
- Recorded information and managed daily activities using electronic health records
- Preserved legally required certifications and licenses to maintain proper legal operating status
- Promoted long-term health and wellness by advising on care for specific conditions and positive lifestyle choices
- Requested further medical evaluation for certain cases and made specialist referrals
- Oversaw nursing and support staff with guidance and training along with other medical professionals
- Managed inter-practice communications to foster collaborative patient care
Medical Assistant
Nawi Usufi Clinic
03.2014 - 01.2020
- Responsible for providing initial patient intake care including taking patients vitals
- Preparing and organizing patient chart for doctor's review
- Assisting medical professionals and doctors with patient care and trauma care
- Provided prescription reports to pharmacies
- Responsible for management of patients' follow-up care
- Provided general medical care to patients under medical doctors supervision
Education
Medical Degree - General Medicine
Ghalib University
01.2020
General Studies Diploma -
Alfath High School Diploma
01.2014
Skills
- Great team player
- Motivated and a hard worker
- Pediatric and patient care
- Customer service oriented
- Proven ability to work under pressure during emergencies
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Clinical Documentation
- Electronic Health Records
- Immunization Administration
Hobbies and Interests
- Spending time with family
- Culinary art
- Reading and poetry
- Tennis
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Fairfax Pediatric Associates
01.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Pinnacle Family Practice
01.2023 - 10.2023
General Practitioner - Medical Doctor
Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Nawi Usufi Clinic
03.2014 - 01.2020
General Studies Diploma -
Alfath High School Diploma
Medical Degree - General Medicine
Ghalib University
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