Xinlin Zhang
Durham,NC
Summary
Well-qualified TCM practitioner highly experienced in acupuncture. Safety-conscious and diligent to apply needles correctly. Desiring fast-paced position with talented and growing team. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Acupuncture Intern
Department Of Veteran Affairs Hospital/PCHS
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Formulated herbal preparations to treat conditions, considering herbal properties such as toxicity, contraindications and incompatibilities.
- Provided clients with individualized courses of acupuncture treatment.
- Administered acupuncture treatments using sterile, single-use needles at specified locations to address patient's chief complaint.
- Helped patients manage pain, Autoimmune Disease issue and other Neuromuscular physical problems through acupuncture sessions.
- Counseled patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement acupuncture treatments.
- Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining accurate records, tracking progress, and monitoring treatment outcomes for each patient.
- Consistently met performance goals set forth by supervisor evaluations while also seeking feedback for personal improvement opportunities within the internship role.
- Assisted in reducing patients'' pain levels through the careful application of acupuncture techniques and modalities.
Acupuncture Intern
Columbia University Hospital/PCHS
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through continuing medical education courses and attending conferences or seminars related to the field of expertise.
- Anticipated patients' needs, conducted discharge planning and created individualized disease management and prevention plans.
- Mentored junior residents and provided constructive feedback on performance, helping them enhance their clinical skills.
- Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
- Accurately documented all aspects of patient care within electronic medical records system for proper record-keeping purposes.
- Provided patient education and counseling, covering health status, test results, disease processes and discharge planning.
- Served as an educational resource for residents and medical students, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Diagnosed and treated patients using principles of TCM.
- Taught meditation and breathing exercises while using aromatherapy to lower heart and stress rates.
Acupuncture Intern
New York Harlem Harm Reduction Center/PCHS
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient experience by providing individualized care and creating tailored acupuncture treatment plans.
- Expanded professional knowledge base by attending seminars, workshops, and training sessions related to acupuncture therapy advancements or research developments in the field.
- Conducted thorough intake assessments to gather necessary information for successful acupuncture treatments and ensure proper documentation was maintained.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with challenging cases by employing critical thinking skills and seeking guidance from supervisors when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Supported clinic operations by managing appointment scheduling, inventory management, and equipment maintenance tasks as needed.
- Collaborated with supervisors to continuously update and refine treatment strategies based on patient feedback and clinical observations.
- Improved patient adherence to treatment plans by providing clear instructions, answering questions, and addressing concerns throughout the course of their care.
- Promoted long-term health benefits for patients by offering lifestyle recommendations, including dietary changes, stress reduction techniques, or exercise suggestions as part of their comprehensive treatment plan.
Purchasing Manager
Duke University Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Used Sysco to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
Clinic Operations Manager
CTBC
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Actively participated in community outreach events promoting clinic services, enhancing public awareness about available resources, and fostering strong relationships with community members.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through meticulous record-keeping, documentation, and adherence to industry guidelines.
- Managed budgetary planning to maintain financial stability within the clinic while providing high-quality services.
- Oversaw facility maintenance to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients and employees alike.
- Streamlined clinic operations by implementing efficient scheduling systems and staff coordination.
- Maintained accurate inventory management to reduce waste while ensuring necessary supplies were readily available when needed.
- Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
- Created and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency and patient care quality.
- Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment.
Surgical Coordinator
University Of Penn Hospital
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Efficiently managed high volume caseloads while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in scheduling logistics and documentation.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting the privacy of patient information at all times.
- Enhanced surgical team communication by maintaining accurate schedules and promptly addressing any changes or concerns.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Improved patient experience by efficiently coordinating pre-operative preparations and post-operative follow-up care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, clinicians, and hospital staff throughout the entire surgical process.
- Provided comprehensive education materials for patients regarding their upcoming surgery, answering questions and alleviating concerns related to the procedure itself or recovery expectations afterward.
- Contributed to a reduction in surgery cancellations by closely monitoring patient compliance with pre-surgical instructions.
- Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
Education
Master of Science - Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine
Pacific College of Health And Science
New York, NY04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA08.2015
Skills
- Stress reduction techniques
- Herbal Medicine Knowledge
- Allergy management
- Facial rejuvenation acupuncture
- Pain management expertise
- Cupping therapy proficiency
- Scalp acupuncture mastery
- Cardiovascular health improvement
- Addiction recovery assistance
- Post-surgical recovery support
- Knowledge of Qi Gong
- Expertise in moxibustion
- Fertility treatment experience
- Respiratory issue management
- Electric stimulation
- Auricular acupuncture expertise
- Immune system enhancement
- Gua sha technique
- Digestive disorder treatment
- Trauma healing techniques
- Advanced needling techniques
- Musculoskeletal disorder treatment
- Neurological condition support
- Weight loss support
- Insomnia treatment strategies
- Endocrine disorder management
- Sports injury recovery
Timeline
Acupuncture Intern
Department Of Veteran Affairs Hospital/PCHS
01.2022 - 04.2024
Acupuncture Intern
Columbia University Hospital/PCHS
01.2022 - 12.2023
Acupuncture Intern
New York Harlem Harm Reduction Center/PCHS
01.2022 - 12.2023
Purchasing Manager
Duke University Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2021
Clinic Operations Manager
CTBC
09.2015 - 07.2019
Surgical Coordinator
University Of Penn Hospital
01.2012 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine
Pacific College of Health And Science
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Saint Joseph's University
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