Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
References
Timeline
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BARBARA BARASA

Kakamega, Kakamega District

Summary

A highly motivated and compassionate professional skilled doctor eager to secure entry level Medical Officer position at your facility. My studies and personal commitment to the career have given me a strong foundation and experience in delivering quality patient centered care both in-patient and out-patient clinical setting developed to al ages and background. I'm detail oriented, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Adept at managing medical teams and resolving complex medical cases with utmost precision. Expert in communicating medical terminology, accurate diagnosis, clearly and concisely to patients, families and other healthcare professionals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MEDICAL OFFICER INTERN

Ministry Of Health (M.O.H)
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Conducting medical assessments and ensuring implementation of tailored treatment plans. Treated approximately 60 patients per day.
  • Contributed to efficient hospital operations through timely completion of administrative tasks, including patient records and documentation.
  • Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by performing physical examinations and interpreting laboratory results.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and proper equipment preparation for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration by actively participating in team meetings and case conferences with fellow healthcare professionals.
  • Promoted health education among patients and their families, providing clear instructions on medication management, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention strategies.
  • Provided high-quality emergency care under pressure, stabilizing patients'' conditions until definitive interventions could be performed.
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge of best practices in medicine through participation in professional development opportunities such as seminars, workshops, and conferences.

MEDICAL STUDENT ATTACHE

St. Elizabeth Mukumu Hospital Kakamega
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in managing patients through assisting in surgical procedures, administering drugs and involvement in ward rounds under physician and surgeon supervision.
  • Enhanced patient care by applying clinical skills and knowledge during hospital rotations.
  • Collected labs and test results on patients.

MEDICAL STUDENT VOLUNTEER

Mazira Foundation
12.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisting in managing patients from clerking patients, taking vital signs and assisting in dispensing drugs and advising patients on health matters.

MEDICAL STUDENT VOLUNTEER

WorldComp Kenya Relief International Organization
08.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisting in managing patients from clerking patients, taking vital signs and assisting in dispensing drugs and advising patients on health matters.

YOUTH LEADER/ PEER MENTOR

PEFA Kakamega Town Church
01.2015 - Current
  • Counseling and mentoring youths.
  • Assisting in designing youth programs to foster growth and leadership development.
  • Delivered engaging presentations on topics relevant to adolescent development and leadership skills.

Education

BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY -

Kenya Methodist University
MERU
11.2022

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EXAMINATION -

Pangani Girls High School
NAIROBI
12.2014

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EXAMINATION -

Kakamega Hill School
KAKAMEGA
12.2010

Skills

  • Knowledge of medicine
  • Patient assessment and care
  • Confidentiality
  • Good observation skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Works well with other team members
  • Diligent

Certification

  • Basic Life Support, Kenya Methodist University - April 2016
  • Certificate in Peer Counseling, Kenya Methodist University - September 2016
  • Computer Packages, Worldsphere Computer College - March 2015,

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

  • Community service and environmental works.

Have been involved in several hospital and orphanage visits.

  • Counseling and mentoring the youth.

Held several mentoring programs at the PEFA Kakamega Town Church.

  • Singing.

I am one of the members of the the above named church singing team. I also do voice coaching.

References

  • Rev Kenny Siche, Resident Pastor, PEFA Kakamega Town Church, Sichekennym@gmail.com, +254 721145975
  • Dr. Paul Bundi Karau, Consultant Physician, Oregon Health Services and Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital, pbkarau@gmail.com, +254 721484624
  • Dr. George Matimbai, Pharmacist, Bukura Pharmacy Kakamega and Chairperson of the Worldcomp Relief International Kenya, chembuku@yahoo.com, +254 713478832

Timeline

MEDICAL OFFICER INTERN

Ministry Of Health (M.O.H)
01.2023 - 01.2024

MEDICAL STUDENT ATTACHE

St. Elizabeth Mukumu Hospital Kakamega
12.2021 - 01.2022

MEDICAL STUDENT VOLUNTEER

Mazira Foundation
12.2019 - 12.2019

MEDICAL STUDENT VOLUNTEER

WorldComp Kenya Relief International Organization
08.2019 - 08.2019

YOUTH LEADER/ PEER MENTOR

PEFA Kakamega Town Church
01.2015 - Current

BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY -

Kenya Methodist University

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EXAMINATION -

Pangani Girls High School

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EXAMINATION -

Kakamega Hill School
BARBARA BARASA