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Overview
Work History
Education
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Syed Abbas

Mastic ,NY

Summary

International medical graduate with U.S clinical experience. Extensive knowledge of disease processes and clinical Medicine 14-year experience in general surgery and ICU management. Worked as a Medical Assistant and Tele Monitor Tech. Well-organized cardiac monitor tech. Knowledgeable of ICD-10 Familiar with MS-DRGs and AP-DRGs. Six months ACDIS CDI Apprenticeship (Course).

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Long Island Community Hospital
Patchogue, NY.
12.2007 - 01.2021
  • Identified patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline.
  • Worked alongside doctors and nurses.
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
  • Monitor oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnosis.
  • Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.

Medical Assistant

Abul Hasan Ansari ,MD
Clinton, Maryland
01.2004 - 12.2007
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Sanitized, restocked, organized exam rooms, and medical equipment.
  • Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Southern Maryland Hospital,
Clinton, MD.
02.2006 - 12.2007
  • Work independently and as part of team to accomplish common department goals.
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Teamed with cardiologists and electrophysiologists in expediting diagnosis operations, providing detailed data in alignment with physician orders.
  • Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.
  • Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
  • Monitor oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnosis.

Surgical Registrar General and Trauma Surgery

Abbasi Shaheed Hospital
Karachi, Pakistan, Sindh
12.1990 - 01.2004
  • Taken history and performing physical examination.
  • Ordered investigations and interpreting results.
  • Managed pre-op and post-op acute and chronic surgical and ICU case
  • Performed surgeries like Appendicectomies, Cholecystectomies, repair of Obstructed Hernias independently, emergency Laparotomies, and Mastectomies under supervision.
  • Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 600/year general and vascular surgeon

Internship, General Surgery

Liaquat Medical University Hospital,Pakistan
07.1989 - 01.1990
  • Inpatient care, history taken, physical examination, and assisted with major surgical procedures.
  • Gained essential experience in diagnosis, prevention, and management of surgical problems.
  • Performed physical examination and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
  • Wrote, ordered, and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Prescribed appropriate Medicines to patients, as treatment plan dictates.

Internship, Internal Medicine

Liaquat Medical University Hospital, Pakistan
01.1990 - 07.1990
  • Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Counseled patients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations.
  • Prescribe appropriate medicine to patients and followed treatment.

Education

Certified - Clinical Documentation

CDI Apprenticeship From ACDIS
Online
12.2020

Certified -

America Board of Surgical Assistants
Wisconsin
06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Medicine And Surgery

Liaquat Medical University
06.1989

Skills

  • EMR System
  • DRGs Patient Assignments
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Organization and Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Computer skills
  • High communication skills with physicians
  • Excellent medical knowledge
  • Records Scanning
  • Patient Medical Records Maintenance
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Very good knowledge of diseases, and surgical procedures
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Medical Transcription

Affiliations

  • American Board of Surgical Assistants since 2014
  • Pakistan Medical Association
  • Pakistan Medical & Dental Council Licensure

Additional Information

Previous member of AHIMA and ACDIS.

Timeline

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Long Island Community Hospital
12.2007 - 01.2021

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Southern Maryland Hospital,
02.2006 - 12.2007

Medical Assistant

Abul Hasan Ansari ,MD
01.2004 - 12.2007

Surgical Registrar General and Trauma Surgery

Abbasi Shaheed Hospital
12.1990 - 01.2004

Internship, Internal Medicine

Liaquat Medical University Hospital, Pakistan
01.1990 - 07.1990

Internship, General Surgery

Liaquat Medical University Hospital,Pakistan
07.1989 - 01.1990

Certified - Clinical Documentation

CDI Apprenticeship From ACDIS

Certified -

America Board of Surgical Assistants

Bachelor of Science - Medicine And Surgery

Liaquat Medical University
Syed Abbas