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Mefthe Berhanu
Clinical Research Coordinator
Richmond,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Seeking entrance to Internal Medicine Residency Program with
Hands-on patient care experience in therapeutic settings
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Prolato Clinical Research Center
Houston, Texas
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
Medical Lab Assistant
Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital
Sugar Land, TX
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
- proficient in EPIC, Media Lab and SoftPath
- Assisted Interventional Radiologist in collecting FNAs,Bone Marrow Smears, biopsies
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
Supplemental Med Tech
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
Houston, Texas
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Expert in Specimen Processing and handling of body fluids
- Highly accurate and organized in collecting , preparing and storing blood samples
- Maintained quality assurance and patient satisfaction objectives.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Research Assistant II
UT Health Science Center
Houston, Texas
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted a research project about a case control study about the environmental riskscape and preterm birth association
- Screened , consented and recruit potential participants for inclusion in the trial.
- Review and monitor documents for completeness and compliance with protocol and regulations
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
Medical Assistant Extern
Hiwet Clinic
Houston, Texas
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
- Communicated with patients and families to answer questions and provide reassurance.
- Helped with patient preparation and recovery to support patient comfort and well-being.
Medical Interpreter
Hiwet Clinic
Houston, Texas
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Streamlined patient and provider interaction by providing channel of effective communication.
- Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
- Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients focused on Ethiopian Refugees
- Served as medical interpreter for patients and staff clinical encounters by delivering accurate, skilled interpretations to facilitate effective communications.
General Practitioner and Lecturer
St.Paul's Hospital Millenium Medical College
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
06.2016 - 12.2018
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Monitored vital signs during treatments and adapted plans to maintain patient comfort.
- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating about patient needs and comfort levels.
- delivered different level of care to over 20-25 daily patients with accuracy and compassionate care.
- Designed individualized plans with patients for acute and chronic illnesses, working closely with insurance companies, specialists and care providers for best-in-class treatments.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
Primary Care Physician
Debre Berhan University
Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Identified opiate-free pain control methods to reduce usage of overprescribed narcotics.
- Administered family planning services in compliance with Ethiopian Ministry of Health rules, regulations and protocols.
- Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
- Reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses.
- Determined medication and dosage schedule given patient's vitals, condition and allergies.
- Administered or prescribed treatments.
Medical Intern
St.Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Learned about conditions and presentations often present in Internal Medicine, surgery, Pediatrics,OBGYN,and Emergency Medicine
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Served as a First line Emergency medical services Responding team in emergency room setting and during field response.
- Performed and assisted medical and surgical procedures
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
Research Author
St.Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Study- Patterns of Diabetic Patient's admission in St.Paul's Hospital- a five year retrospective study
Education
M.D. - Medicine
09.2009 - 05.2015
- Research Project:
- Published Case Reports: as a co-author
- 1. Multi-Focal Giant Cell Tumor of A Single Tendon Sheath: A Rare Case Report
- 2.Fulminant Hepatitis A and E Co-infection Leading to Acute Liver Failure: A Case Report
- 3.Intestinal Spirochetosis and Chronic Diarrhea: A Case Report and Literature Review
- 4.Celiac Disease Masquerading as Extreme Thrombocytosis and Severe Anemia in a 52 year old Female Patient: A Rare Case Presentation and Literature Review
- Peer Reviewed articles:
- 1. The Need to Anticoagulate Patients With Splenic Vein Thrombosis
- 2. Secondary Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura Due to Primary Epstein Barr virus infection
- Dean's List : as a second year med student and 4th year med student
- GPA: 3.65
- Ranked in Top 10 of class
- Red Cross Blood Donation coordinator
Skills
Good Clinical Practices
undefinedCertification
[Good Clinical Practice Certificate at NIDA Clinical Trials Network
Interests
Fundraising and team leader to support war victims IN Ethiopia by providing Medical supplies
Hobbies
walking and outdoor activities
socializing with family and friends
Traveling to Historical Places
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator - Prolato Clinical Research Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
[Good Clinical Practice Certificate at NIDA Clinical Trials Network
04-2023
Medical Lab Assistant - Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital
12.2022 - 04.2023
Supplemental Med Tech - Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2023
Research Assistant II - UT Health Science Center
08.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant Extern - Hiwet Clinic
04.2021 - 09.2021
Medical Interpreter - Hiwet Clinic
10.2020 - 02.2021
General Practitioner and Lecturer - St.Paul's Hospital Millenium Medical College
06.2016 - 12.2018
Primary Care Physician - Debre Berhan University
06.2015 - 05.2016
Research Author - St.Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
01.2015 - 05.2015
Medical Intern - St.Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
05.2014 - 05.2015
St.Paul's Hospital Millenium Medical College - M.D., Medicine
09.2009 - 05.2015
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