ERASTO LUVANDA
Medical doctor( MD)
MBEYA
Summary
Accomplished Physician with extensive experience caring for patients in various capacities. Diagnosed and treated patients and prescribed medications to mitigate medical conditions and illnesses. Offers compassionate bedside manner and dedication to quality patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Medical Doctor
Government of Tanzania
Dodoma
08.2021 - Current
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Provided medical care and treatment in Level-3 Trauma Unit for patients presenting with mild, moderate and severe life-threatening conditions, regularly performing procedures
Medical Officer in Charge
Mkombozi polyclinic
Kilosa
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing and accounts receivable.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
- Saved $100 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problem
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Medical Officer in Charge
Faraja dispensary
Tunduma
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Defined medical and administrative best practices in policies and procedures.
- Introduced and implemented new testing and interpretation procedures to maintain standards of care and meet quality assurance benchmarks.
- Directed cost management, utilization management, quality assurance and medical protocol development initiatives.
- Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
Medical Officer Intern
Mbeya regional referral hospital
Mbeya
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Entered procedure codes and diagnosis codes into medical billing software.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness and security for medical records and health information.
- Accurately pulled patient records for upcoming appointments and procedures, typically within 10-hour period
- Entered procedure codes and diagnosis codes into medical billing software
Education
Certificated of HIV Management -
Mkange Counselling Institute
Zambia03.2022
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
University of Dodoma
Dodoma, Tanzania11.2019
PCB - PCB
Tosamaganga Secondary School
Iringa , Tanzania05.2014
Vwawa Secondary School
Songwe, Tanzania11.2011
Mwenge Primary School
Songwe, Tanzania09.2007
Skills
- Health assessments
- Preventive Care
- Treatment planning
- Patient education
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving
- Organization and Time Management
- Decision Making
Certification
- Certificate of full registration with Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT).
- Certificate of HIV/AIDS management at Mkange counseling institute, Zambia
- Certificate of Clinical management of patients with Covid -19 under WHO
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Medical Doctor
Government of Tanzania
08.2021 - Current
Medical Officer in Charge
Mkombozi polyclinic
07.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Officer in Charge
Faraja dispensary
12.2020 - 06.2021
Medical Officer Intern
Mbeya regional referral hospital
12.2019 - 11.2020
Certificated of HIV Management -
Mkange Counselling Institute
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
University of Dodoma
PCB - PCB
Tosamaganga Secondary School
Vwawa Secondary School
Mwenge Primary School