Amir Hamzah Abd Latif
Summary
Attentive Emergency Medical Officer equipped to handle highly stressful situations with life-or-death decisions. Decisive in applying training, prioritizing care and implementing measures. Brings record of success in leading care for patients with injuries and serious illnesses.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Senior Medical Officer
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tuanku Ja'afar
10.2019 - Current
- Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
- Monitored patient condition and communicated findings to nursing staff.
- Used medical equipment and comprehended severity of injury.
- Assisted with mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients.
- Assessed and reported patients' responses to initiated treatment.
- Recorded patient electronic record information regarding physical findings, treatment rendered, formulated plan and prognosis based on patient's condition.
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
- Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status.
- Advised patients on diet, hygiene and methods for disease prevention.
- Determined and ordered tests and diagnostic images to determine patient conditions.
- Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
- Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients.
- Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions.
- Coordinate and draw up duty roster of medical officer in the A&E Dept.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Paediatrics Medical Officer
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tawau
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Updated clinical knowledge and skills through formal and informal continuing education, workshop attendance and literature review.
- Educated patients and families on correct administration of pain medications to avoid adverse reactions and over-use.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Conducted advanced procedures such as intubations and central line insertions in emergency care situation.
- Collaborated with lab and radiology to order necessary services for pediatric care.
- Monitored patients recovering post-operatively from ileostomy and appendicectomy procedures.
- Practiced medicine in paediatric facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.
- Treated newborns of premature birth, providing close care and pulmonary intervention to promote health and growth.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Houseman
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tawau
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Assisted patient medication administrations using various methods such as intravenous, intramuscular, oral, subcutaneous and pulmonary.
- Collected labs and test results on patients.
- Applied classroom learning by directly caring for patients with acute concerns and chronic conditions.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Developed knowledge in disorders such as ischemic heart disease by attending frequent talks from facility specialists.
- Collaborated with treatment team to implement optimal protocols.
- Responded to medical emergencies to help stabilize and treat patients.
- Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Aided in communication and authorizations with patient and caregivers.
- Shadowed resident physicians, taking notes and asking questions.
- Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences.
- Participated in clerkships within various clinical departments and medical specialties.
- Provided patient care under direct physician supervision.
- Provided daily updates on patient condition.
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
Education
MBBS - Medicine
University Science Islam Malaysia (USIM)
Malaysia06.2016
Skills
- Emergency medical treatment
- Emergency medical care
- Emergency medical plans
- Emergency preparation
- Medical emergency support
- Medical emergency support
- Emergency communications
- Emergency calls
Certification
Occupational Heath Doctor (NIOSH) Training - Completed in January 2022
FRCEM Primary Candidate - 2022
Additional Information
- Coordinator for medical officer duty roster in Hospital Tuanku Ja’afar Seremban, A&E department
- Committee of Respiratory Lab Emergency
- Secretary of Rak Rezeki Emergency and Trauma
- Presenter in Accident & Emergency Deep Vein Thromboembolism CME 2020 June 2020
- Participant in Basic Emergency Ultrasound Course September 2020
- Participant in Singapore Trauma and Acute Care Conference 2021 (Virtual) April 2021
- Presenter Cardiovascular CME Pulmonary Hypertension June 2021
- Presenter acute management Pericardial Tamponade and Pericardiocentesis June 2021
Languages
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malay
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Timeline
Emergency Senior Medical Officer
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tuanku Ja'afar
10.2019 - Current
Paediatrics Medical Officer
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tawau
01.2019 - 10.2019
Houseman
Ministry of Health, Hospital Tawau
03.2017 - 01.2019
MBBS - Medicine
University Science Islam Malaysia (USIM)
Occupational Heath Doctor (NIOSH) Training - Completed in January 2022
FRCEM Primary Candidate - 2022
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