Sahar Marufkhail
Charlottesville Dermatology
CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA
4
Languages
3
years of professional experience
Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Charlottesville Dermatology, excelling in direct patient care and clinical documentation. Proficient in HIPAA compliance and skilled in procedure assistance, I effectively train new staff and enhance patient experiences, ensuring efficient clinic operations and high-quality care delivery. Fluent in English, Dari, and Pashto.
Work History
Medical Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Room patients and document histories, medications, and chief complaints
- Scribe for physicians and physician assistants during medical and procedural visits
- Set up and assist biopsies and in-office surgeries; label and send pathology specimens
- Mix and draw local anesthetic; administer systemic injections
- Perform suture removal, dressing changes, and wound care
- Apply and read patch tests; sterilize surgical instruments
- Respond to vasovagal and other in-clinic emergencies
- Mix neuromodulators; apply topical anesthetic
- Prep and assist laser procedures and chemical peels; review aftercare
- Route prescriptions and return treatment-related patient calls
- Train new medical assistants on rooming, sterile setup, and clinic workflow
Emergency Department Volunteer
7 Months- Greeted, directed, and escorted patients and families in the emergency department
- Transported patients by wheelchair and stretcher
- Stocked supplies, linens, and gowns; turned over rooms between patients
- Provided blankets, meals, and drinks to patients and families
- Supported patients and families in exam rooms and the waiting area
Optometry Technician/Receptionist
8 Months- Perform pre-testing, including visual acuity, intraocular pressure, visual fields, and blood pressure
- Obtain retinal scans and ocular imaging
- Room patients and scribe for providers during exams
- Document findings in the medical record
- Greet and check in patients; schedule, confirm, and cancel appointments
- Verify insurance coverage and benefits; submit billing
- Answer phones and respond to patient inquiries
- Manage inventory and order contact lenses
- Coordinate referrals to specialists
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
- Summa Cum Laude Graduate
- Honoree of Presidential Scholar [May 2022, May 2023]
- Dean's List [Dec 2021, Aug 2022, Jan 2023]
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Skills
Language spoken [English
Dari
Pashto]
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Medical terminology knowledge
Direct patient care
Clinical documentation
Procedure assistance
First aid
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Dari
Native or Bilingual
Pashto
Native or Bilingual
Farsi
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Charlottesville Dermatology
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Emergency Department Volunteer
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
09.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Optometry Technician/Receptionist
C-Luminous Eyecare
02.2024 - 10.2024Read More
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts from Biology
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Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Science from Biology
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