Zara Islam

A friendly, polite, trustworthy and hardworking professional with a strong work ethic and positive attitude toward learning. Reliable, organised, and approachable, with the ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds. Capable of working independently and as part of a team while remaining calm, organised, and efficient in busy or high-pressure environments.

Motivated and reliable healthcare professional with clinical experience in operating theatre environments. Skilled in supporting perioperative care, patient monitoring, and multidisciplinary teamwork within fast-paced clinical settings. Experienced in assisting with anaesthetic preparation, airway equipment setup, and postoperative patient monitoring in recovery units.

Highly motivated to continue developing skills and contributing positively in any workplace with good IT skills, strong numeracy and literacy abilities, and fluency in several languages to communicate effectively with diverse backgrounds. Seeking part-time or full-time opportunities where skills can be applied, learning continued, and contribution made to a supportive and professional team environment. Flexible and determinate with work.

Student Operating Department Practice Placement - NHS Hospitals

(2025-01 - 2025-12)

Gained broad clinical exposure across multiple theatre environments including anaesthetics, scrub, and post-anaesthetic care. Developed practical skills in perioperative patient care while working closely with multidisciplinary teams and developed strong communication and teamwork.

• Assisted anaesthetists with preparation of anaesthetic machines, airway equipment, and patient monitoring during induction of anaesthesia
• Supported surgical teams in scrub practice by maintaining sterile technique, preparing surgical instruments and equipment, assisting with patient positioning and draping, and participating in swab, sharps, and instrument counts
• Assisted with a variety of surgical procedures including laparoscopic, cystoscopy, circumcision, TURBT, and urological surgeries while maintaining theatre safety protocols
• Supported post-anaesthetic care by monitoring patients' vital signs, airway patency, and recovery using tools such as ABCDE assessment, AVPU, and Glasgow Coma Scale
• Assisted with specialised equipment and monitoring systems including arterial lines, rapid infusers, cell salvage systems, and postoperative pain management devices (PCA and epidural infusions)
• Maintained patient safety through adherence to infection prevention policies, WHO surgical safety checklists, emergency equipment checks, and effective teamwork within multidisciplinary theatre teams

Care Home Support - Elliott Residential Care Home

(2019-04 - 2019-06)

• Supported elderly residents including individuals with dementia
• Assisted with daily activities and provided compassionate support
• Developed communication and teamwork skills

Early Years Practitioner - Little Companion Nursery and Doll House Day nursery

(2019-11 - 2020-03)

• Assisted staff with childcare activities and learning development
• Supported children in a safe and organised environment
• Followed safeguarding procedures and worked as part of a team

Dispensary Assistant - Parkem Chemist

(2022-05 - 2022-08)

• Prepared and labelled prescriptions accurately using pharmacy systems
• Counted and dispensed medication while ensuring correct quantities and labelling
• Assisted with dispensing methadone under supervision, following strict safety and legal protocols
• Checked medications carefully to prevent dispensing errors and maintain patient safety
• Managed incoming stock and organised medications within the dispensary
• Maintained a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Created and updated patient profiles on the pharmacy system
• Monitored stock levels and tracked incoming medication to ensure prescriptions could be completed
• Answered patient enquiries over the phone and in person in a professional manner
• Scheduled medication deliveries and prepared prescriptions for collection

Warehouse Operative - Amazon

(2021-09 - 2021-12)

• Scanned parcels and packages of various sizes using handheld scanning devices
• Sorted and placed items in the correct areas for processing and distribution
• Worked efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment to meet daily targets
• Followed health and safety procedures when handling parcels and equipment
• Collaborated with team members to process packages accurately and on time
• Maintained organisation within the work area to ensure smooth workflow
• Followed instructions carefully and reported any issues or damaged items to supervisors

Dispensary Assistant - Jhoots Pharmacy

(2020-12 - 2021-03)

• Assisted pharmacists with the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions under supervision
• Received and processed prescriptions from patients while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Assembled and labelled medications according to pharmacy procedures
• Updated pharmacy computer systems and maintained accurate records
• Organised, stored, and managed medication stock to maintain an efficient dispensary
• Answered patient queries and provided basic information about medications and healthcare products
• Handled over-the-counter sales and advised customers on suitable products when appropriate
• Maintained a clean, organised, and safe working environment within the pharmacy
• Developed strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills in a busy healthcare setting

BSc (Hons) - Operating Department Practice - Coventry University (2024-09 - 2025-08)

Access to Higher Education - Health Professions (Level 3) - Leicester College (2021-09 - 2022-07)

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate - Health & Social Care - Leicester College (2018-09 - 2019-06)

BTEC Level 2 Diploma - Childcare (Early Years Practitioner) - Leicester College (2019-09 - 2020-07)

GCSEs - Moat Community College (2017-09 - 2018-07)