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Ishani Malaweearachchi

Matara

Summary

Dedicated pediatrics and NICU medical officer with extensive experience at University Hospital Kothalawala Defence, excelling in neonatal care and clinical coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to mentoring junior staff and fostering a culture of safety, ensuring high standards in patient education and treatment planning.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical-doctor NICU & Pediatrics

University Hospital Kothalawala Defence
05.2023 - Current
  • Diagnosed and treated neonates and children suffering from acute and chronic conditions.
  • Hands on skills in neonatal and pediatrics intubation and emergency procedures.
  • Routine neonatal examinations of new born babies before discharge following delivery.
  • Actively participating in well baby clinics and pediatrics clinic rotations.
  • Actively participating in clinics conducted by hospital for public well being.
  • Actively participating as the clinical coordinator for medical faculty final year examinations at university hospital KDU.
  • Conducting Transitional Endocrine clinic at KDU hospital.
  • Mentored junior house officers and medical students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
  • Conducting neonatal life support training programs for nursing stuff.
  • Educated patients and families on disease, management plans and possible outcomes.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.

Medical Officer - Pediatrics

District General Hospital Vavuniya
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility, adhering to strict infection control measures and reporting potential hazards.
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
  • Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and streamline communication.
  • Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
  • Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
  • Mentored junior medical staff members through hands-on training sessions, reinforcing key concepts and guiding their professional growth.

Released House Officer - Pediatrics

Base Hospital Tangalle
09.2020 - 10.2021
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Attended pediatrics emergency.
  • Worked at covid ward at tangalle during covid pandemic.

Medical Intern

Base Hospital Tangalle
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.
  • Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.
  • Remained current on latest medical advancements through continuous learning efforts such as attending seminars, workshops, and conferences.

Medical Executive in Quality Assurance

Durdans Hospital, Colombo
11.2016 - 09.2019

Engaged in activities focused on maintaining medical standards.

Developed and implemented organizational policies.

Implemented training programs focusing on quality improvement.

Contributed to JCI initiatives through active engagement.

Education

MSC In Epidemiology -

University of Kelaniya
Kelaniya

MBBS - Medicine/Surgery/Gynecology-obstetrics/Peads/Psych

South Asian Institute of Technology And Medicine
Malabe
10.2016

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Neonatal care
  • Clinical coordination
  • Epidemiology research
  • Data interpretation
  • Quality improvement
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Physical examination
  • Treatment Planning
  • Medical ethics
  • Medication prescription
  • Patient diagnosis
  • Differential diagnoses
  • Treatment plan development
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Preventive care
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Clinical decision making

Accomplishments

Neonatal life support training (NLS) held by collage of pediatrics - 2023

Pediatric Emergency management training held by collage of pediatrics - 2024

Ventilator management in NICU setting conducted by collage of pediatrics -2024

Timeline

Medical-doctor NICU & Pediatrics

University Hospital Kothalawala Defence
05.2023 - Current

Medical Officer - Pediatrics

District General Hospital Vavuniya
10.2021 - 05.2023

Released House Officer - Pediatrics

Base Hospital Tangalle
09.2020 - 10.2021

Medical Intern

Base Hospital Tangalle
09.2019 - 09.2020

Medical Executive in Quality Assurance

Durdans Hospital, Colombo
11.2016 - 09.2019

MSC In Epidemiology -

University of Kelaniya

MBBS - Medicine/Surgery/Gynecology-obstetrics/Peads/Psych

South Asian Institute of Technology And Medicine
Ishani Malaweearachchi