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Zahraa Al Kadhimi

Summary

Biology student with a Psychology minor, experienced in patient care and team leadership across healthcare settings. Demonstrated expertise in post-operative recovery support and patient education, while effectively monitoring vital signs and ensuring compassionate care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internship

Project Cure
Houston
09.2025 - Current
  • Inspected and sorted donated medical equipment and supplies, ensuring items were safe and functional for clinical use.
  • Assisted in biomedical testing of medical devices, contributing to equipment evaluation and repairs to uphold quality standards.
  • Led orientation and training sessions for volunteers, conveying safety procedures and workflow expectations for proper equipment handling.

Medical Internship Abroad

Maximo Nivel
Cusco
05.2026 - 05.2026

• Provided medical assistance to underprivileged communities in Peru by supporting healthcare services for patients with limited access to care.
• Assisted physicians with patient histories, physical examinations, and diagnoses under supervision.
• Monitored vital signs including heart rate, temperature, respiration rate, and glucose levels.
• Prescribed and educated patients on medication usage under physician supervision.
• Assisted in applying fluoride treatments and promoted proper oral hygiene and preventive dental care through community education.

Therapist Assistant

Tu-Piel Med Spa
Houston
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided direct post-operative care to patients by managing edema through lymphatic drainage techniques, supporting pain relief, circulation, and overall recovery during the early healing phase.
  • Worked closely with patients who had open wounds or signs of infection, learning proper wound cleaning techniques while prioritizing safety and timely communication with supervisors.
  • Instructed patients on post-operative self care and hygiene, monitoring recovery and promptly communicating symptom changes to supervising clinicians.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2027

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Community outreach
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Team leadership
  • Venipuncture

Certification

  • Phlebotomy Certified, Phlebotomy Training Specialists, Houston, TX, 03/25
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), National Healthcare Certification Organization, 03/25
  • (ACS) Stop the bleed, American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma, 10/25

Timeline

Medical Internship Abroad

Maximo Nivel
05.2026 - 05.2026

Internship

Project Cure
09.2025 - Current

Therapist Assistant

Tu-Piel Med Spa
06.2024 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology

University of Houston
Zahraa Al Kadhimi