Yusuf Ahmed
Medical Student
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Medical student with a strong background in genetics research and clinical healthcare settings, including within the pharmacy and physical therapy settings. Experienced in data collection, well versed in patient interaction, and regularly collaborates with team members. Committed to advancing evidence-based medicine while maintaining a patient-centered approach through continued clinical exposure and community volunteering.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles
Hendersonville, NC
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
Shadowing
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Shadowed a board-certified trauma surgeon in a clinical setting, observing patient evaluations, diagnostic review, clinician-patient interactions, and treatment planning
- Learned principles of trauma management, surgical indications, and patient counseling.
- Observed collaboration among surgeons and staff in outpatient care.
Physical and Occupational Therapy Aide
Athletico Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted patients with physical activities and therapeutic exercises
- Implemented new techniques into practice when necessary based on current evidence-based research findings
- Measured patient's range-of-joint motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations
- Taught exercises that help improve mobility, strength, endurance and coordination
- Conferred with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records
- Arranged treatment supplies to keep them in order
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and treatment plans
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy and physiology to help patients with range of motion exercises, muscle re-education, and wound care
- Administered hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, whirlpool treatments, ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation or traction as directed by physical therapist
- Performed clerical duties, such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient treatment sessions to minimize risk of injury or illness
Physical Therapy Aide
Progressive Therapeutics Pain Management & Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy and physiology to help patients with range of motion exercises, muscle re-education, and wound care
- Exhibited strong interpersonal skills while interacting with patients to assess their needs and provide support throughout the rehabilitation process
- Maintained a clean work environment by sterilizing equipment after use and disposing hazardous materials properly
- Demonstrated ability to assist physical therapists in providing patient care and treatment, including exercises, strhing maneuvers, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic activities
- Administered hot and cold packs as directed by physical therapist
- Familiarized with medical terminology used in the field of physical therapy
Genetics Undergraduate Researcher
Indiana University Northwest
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained accurate records of all research activities throughout the duration of the project
- Identified trends in collected data that could be used to improve current processes or procedures
- Utilized problem-solving skills when troubleshooting unexpected issues during the course of experiments
- Developed and implemented a research methodology to analyze data sets of large scale experiments
- Cleaned, maintained and prepared supplies and work areas
- Utilized problem-solving strategies to develop creative approaches to research challenges
- Interpreted test results to compare to established specifications and control limits
- Developed research skills by analyzing and interpreting data from experiments, surveys, and other sources
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, INMaster of Physician Assistant Studies - Medicine
Wingate University
Hendersonville, NC 05.2001 -
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine - Osteopathic Medicine
Lincoln Memorial University
Knoxville, TN, USSkills
- Critical thinking
- Data analysis
- Medical ethics
- Evidence-based medicine
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient care coordination
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Professionalism and ethics
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles
02.2025 - 07.2025
Shadowing
05.2024 - 08.2024
Physical and Occupational Therapy Aide
Athletico Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 07.2024
Physical Therapy Aide
Progressive Therapeutics Pain Management & Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 12.2022
Genetics Undergraduate Researcher
Indiana University Northwest
01.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Medicine
Wingate University
05.2001 -
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine - Osteopathic Medicine
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Indiana University Northwest
Awards
Dean's List, Honor Roll