Hafsa Zahid

Healthcare professional with a foreign BS in Anesthesia Technology evaluated in the U.S. as a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences, 128 U.S. credits, GPA 3.40. Two years of operating room experience supporting anesthesia care, equipment readiness, patient preparation, monitoring, documentation, and surgical team workflow. Current BLS/CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.

Anesthesia Technologist at CMH Muzaffarabad Hospital (2018-01 – 2025-01)

• Assisted anesthetists during general, regional, spinal, and epidural anesthesia for surgical procedures while maintaining patient safety and OR readiness.
• Prepared anesthesia machines, monitors, airway supplies, and related equipment before procedures; completed equipment checks and escalated issues as needed.
• Collected patient history and preoperative information to support anesthesia planning and continuity of care.
• Monitored and documented vital signs, clinical observations, equipment checks, medication records, and procedure-related information.
• Supported central venous cannulation and perioperative procedures while following sterile technique and infection-control practices.
• Coordinated with anesthetists, surgeons, nurses, and OR staff to improve setup efficiency and reduce delays between procedures.

Medical & Health Science Teacher at Kashmir Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (2021-03 – 2021-07)

• Taught medicine and biochemistry concepts to diploma-level students using structured lesson plans, clinical examples, and practical case discussions.
• Explained anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical science topics in a clear, student-centered format.
• Mentored students through complex healthcare concepts, strengthening comprehension, critical thinking, and classroom engagement.

Bachelor of Science in Anesthesia Technology – University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (2015-01 – 2019-12)