Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

KARYNA VENZHEHA

Syracuse

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate foreign-trained physician with extensive experience in general and emergency care medicine. Seeking a position within the American healthcare system as while working towards obtaining U.S. licensure. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Committed to providing high-quality patient care and contributing to the overall success of the healthcare team.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

St Josephs Pulmonary Health
Liverpool, NY
06.2025 - Current

• Roomed patients and obtained vital signs while preparing patients for provider evaluation
• Performed detailed chart preparation for providers to support efficient patient visits and accurate documentation
• Managed and organized provider paperwork, ensuring timely completion and processing of medical forms and documentation
• Assisted with prior authorizations in collaboration with nursing staff to facilitate continuity of patient care
• Processed orders for CPAP supplies and oxygen equipment through Parachute system as directed by providers
• Supported office operations through strong multitasking, communication, and organizational skills in a fast-paced pulmonary practice

• Assisted with training and supporting students during clinical rotations by sharing workflow knowledge, office procedures, and patient care experience

• Maintained effective communication with patients, providers, pharmacies, and medical supply companies

• Scheduled new patient appointments and coordinated referrals from outside providers
• Adapted to both in-office and remote work responsibilities while maintaining workflow efficiency and accuracy

Patient Care Technician

St Josephs Hospital
Syracuse, NY
03.2024 - 06.2025
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.

Medical Doctor

Center for Emergency Medical Care and Disaster Medicine
Kharkiv, Ukraine
02.2021 - 09.2023
  • Performed physical exams on patients of all ages
  • Advised families on how best to manage chronic diseases like diabetes and asthma
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas
  • Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations
  • Facilitated referrals for specialist consultation when appropriate
  • Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention

Pharmacist

911 Pharmacy
Kharkiv, Ukraine
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications
  • Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing
  • Advised patients on potential drug interactions, side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage
  • Counseled customers on non-prescription medications such as over the counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical related issues and provided healthcare counseling

Education

M.D. - Management and Administration

Ukrainian Engineering Pedagogics Academy
Kharkiv, Ukraine, Ukraine
01.2023

General Medicine -

Kharkiv National Medical University
Kharkiv, Ukraine, Ukraine
06.2021

Skills

  • Working effectively unsupervised
  • Quickly mastering new skills
  • Patient services
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical documentation
  • Abnormality detection
  • CPR certification
  • IV insertion
  • Wound care
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Specimen collection

Affiliations

HARC (Healthcare Advancement Resource Center), Member

Certification

  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
  • RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
  • Two Day training Course of Tactical Use of Ultrasound
  • ATLS Training
  • BLS Training
  • PBLS Training

Languages

Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Assistant

St Josephs Pulmonary Health
06.2025 - Current

Patient Care Technician

St Josephs Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2025

Medical Doctor

Center for Emergency Medical Care and Disaster Medicine
02.2021 - 09.2023

Pharmacist

911 Pharmacy
02.2019 - 07.2019

General Medicine -

Kharkiv National Medical University

M.D. - Management and Administration

Ukrainian Engineering Pedagogics Academy