ANCHITA KARMAKAR
BRIDGEMAN DOWNS
Summary
Rural Generalist with 15+ experience in various clinical roles. I am an Australian local graduate with triple degrees in Biomedical Science, Medicine and Law. My passion is to develop a sustainable, equitable and accessible healthcare system for everyone, with special interest in patient advocacy and welfare advocacy/education and support for fellow healthcare professionals. In addition to the public health studies, I have spent a significant amount of time up-skilling in the areas of clinical leadership with the desire to augment my current expertise in medical management and leadership through relevant roles, including positions that would support the pathways to a Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of Medical Administration. I am trying to find the right job for maximal usage of my educational and professional portfolio and would be appreciative to have this opportunity. I am also passionate about teaching and getting heavily involved in supporting healthcare professionals optimised in their areas of practice. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Rural Generalist Senior Medical Officer
West Moreton Health Services
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflows and implementing time-saving processes.
- Developed strong patient relationships through attentive listening and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Implemented cost reduction strategies, resulting in significant savings for the department.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive project completion on time and under budget.
- Proficiency in all Emergency Medicine procedures and protocols autonomously including advance life saving skills, orthopaedic management, ENT management, and other common Emergency persentations.
- Delivered high-quality work consistently, exceeding performance objectives regularly.
- Trained new team members effectively, increasing overall team efficiency.
- Evaluated process inefficiencies and recommended improvements to management for increased effectiveness.
- Improved communication between departments by creating a centralized information-sharing platform.
- Led team meetings focused on goal setting and performance improvement strategies, fostering a collaborative environment for continuous growth.
Voluntary Assisted Dying Clinical Lead -SMO
West Moreton
01.2023 - Current
- Senior Leadership role as a SMO in the VAD Connect Service to support the implementation of VAD across West Moreton Health.
- Clinical:
- Provision of voluntary assisted dying services to patients in accordance with the standards of the discipline, the ethics of the profession and the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (the Act).
- • Provide advanced voluntary assisted dying services as a Coordinating, Consulting or Administering Practitioner, consistent with the Clinical Services Capability Framework of the relevant facilities with the Health Service. Specific duties may involve ward rounds, outpatient services (including Telehealth and outreach services, if appropriate), procedural work, multidisciplinary team meetings and collaboration with other medical teams or other professional streams.
- Participate in the on-call roster to provide after-hours services in accordance with the needs of the Health Service
- Determine suitability for admission to and discharge with appropriate liaison with inpatient services, enabling clinical pathways and early discharge procedures across West Moreton Health (WMH).
- Document relevant clinical information clearly, concisely, accurately and appropriately.
- Ensure appropriate handover of patients, as needed.
- Participate in the development of interdisciplinary Models of Service.
- Role model desired standards of behaviour, promoting a positive attitude, enthusiasm, respect and support of other staff, effective communication and ethical decision making.
- Provide leadership in clinical services of voluntary assisted dying, that innovate, encourage participation in treatment and care aimed at achieving person-centred outcomes.
- Liaise and collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes and the achievement of departmental objectives
- Quality assurance and clinical governance activities:
- Develop and maintain voluntary assisted dying service standards, guidelines, procedures and policies aligned to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (the Act).
- Develop and implement the practice of continuous quality improvement and total quality management to achieve quality and safety outcomes in patient care at all levels of clinical and administrative practice, including active participation in clinical audits, clinical meetings and clinical incident management resolution.
- Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives in the VAD Connect Service to ensure that all aspects of the service are regularly reviewed and opportunities for improvement identified.
- Active participation and attendance at departmental meetings.
- Provide medical reports and participate in clinical incident management resolution as required by the Chief Medical Officer and Executive at WMH.
- Participate in risk management and critical incident monitoring, including, but not limited to the investigation and resolution of complaints, monitoring investigation accuracy and utilisation and investigation of all incident reports. Assist in the response to complaints, concerns and compliments in a timely manner.
- Attend committees and other meetings, both within and outside the Department, as requested by the Director and provide reports as required.
- Implement and monitor the organisation’s quality standards, occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs and provide clinical governance in the relevant work area. Education and Training
- Facilitate a teaching and learning environment by sharing expert knowledge related to VAD, leading teaching and training activities and facilitating the development of colleagues.
- Provide close clinical supervision and professional development of Registrars and Junior Medical Staff across the health service to ensure a high standard of clinical practice and compliance with the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (the Act).
- Participate in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of education programs in the field of voluntary assisted dying for postgraduate and undergraduate students in Medicine, Nursing and other health professions.
- Mentoring of other staff as required.
- Research and Professional Development:
- • Participate in and/or lead research activities relevant to voluntary assisted dying services.
- Participate in Continuing Professional Development activities as directed by the relevant specialist college and the Chief Medical Officer to maintain accreditation and personal professional improvement.
- Participate in the continuing professional development of self and others, including annual performance appraisal and performance management, as required.
- Adherence to professional code of conduct and appropriate team professional relationships.
- Leadership:
- Assist the Chief Medical Officer in the day-to-day running of the VAD service including the management of the human and material resources necessary to provide services.
- Undertake additional duties as directed by the Chief Medical Officer, including representing your service at forums and committees, offering expert advice, counsel and leadership on clinical service delivery and development.
- Facilitate the provision of clinical services and the development of clinical protocols and guidelines for efficient and appropriate voluntary assisted dying patient care.
- Assist the Chief Medical Officer in working in close collaboration with personnel across the health service to monitor and facilitate operational issues involved in a multidisciplinary approach to quality care of patients seeking voluntary assisted dying from pre-hospital to discharge from the VAD service.
- Actively participate in clinical networks and work collaboratively with health care teams across the care continuum.
- Actively contribute to maintaining a safe workplace that values the health and safety of co-workers, clients and visitors.
- Actively contribute to developing and maintaining a culture where staff are vigilant to risks to themselves, their co-workers, clients and visitors (including health and safety, business and operational risks).
- Actively participate in the Health Service 1:1 conversation process
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
Queensland Health, Boonah Hospital
09.2017 - Current
- Managing palliative care patients referred from Ipswich Hospital as well as community referrals from community based palliative care
- Managing both in hospital care and acute Emergency presentations in a rural setting with limited resources and multiple complex case presentations
- Supervised and evaluated work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance and other personnel
- Analyzed facility activities and data to aid planning and cash and risk management and to improve service utilization
- Implemented and administered programs and services in health care and medical facility, including personnel administration, training and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff
- Managed change in integrated health care delivery systems, such as work restructuring, technological innovations and shifts in focus of care
- Established objectives and evaluative and operational criteria for units managed.
- Maintained communication between governing boards, medical staff and department heads by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental functioning
- Established work schedules and assignments for staff, accorded to workload, space and equipment availability.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility and medical unit.
- Maintained awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options
- Developed instructional materials and conducted in-service and community-based educational programs.
- Consulted with medical, business and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans and promote health programs
- Inspected facilities and recommended building and equipment modifications for emergency readiness and compliance to access, safety and sanitation regulations
- Developed and expanded and implemented medical programs and health services that promoted research, rehabilitation and community health
- Monitored use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities and staff to promote effective use of resources and assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training.
- Trained and supervised medical students and residents engaged in special activities and procedures.
- Entered and scanned patient history, current medical conditions and medications into novel EHR system.
- Directed and coordinated patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Defined medical and administrative best practices in policies and procedures.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Kept informed on advancements in field to contribute to medical research programs.
- Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
MEDICOLEGAL LIAISON OFFICER/LAWYER
WorkLegal Pty Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Working externally providing medicolegal consultation for clients going through regulatory/audit processes
- Researched and reviewed regulatory, technical or market issues related to sustainability.
- Promoted products in online communities through weblog or discussion-forum postings.
MEDICOLEGAL DIRECTOR
Australian Health Practitioners Advisory Solution
10.2022 - Current
- Policy and procedure development, web development and providing guidance for a new startup company, creating an educational, networking and legal advocacy platform for all healthcare practitioners in Australia
- I voluntarily contribute towards development of educational content material relevant to healthcare practitioners in the areas of medico legal issues, financial and business development issues as well as peer advocacy options
- Developed and maintained computerized record management systems to store and process data, such as personnel activities and information and to produce reports
- Conferred with board members, organization officials and staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities and resolve problems
- Gave presentations at meetings and conventions to promote services and offerings.
- Analyzed operations to evaluate company performance and to determine areas of potential improvement.
- Implemented budgetary control systems to support cost-reduction and budget adherence.
- Interpreted and enforced policies and regulations to maintain alignment with corporate objectives.
- Presided over and served on boards of directors, management committees and other governing boards.
- Analyzed legislation, laws and public policy and recommended changes to promote and support interests of general population and special groups
- Established departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among departments and sites.
- Directed and coordinated financial and budget operations to maximize investments and increase efficiency.
- Directed or conducted studies or researched on issues affecting areas of responsibility.
- Submitted by staff members to recommend approval and to suggest changes.
- Negotiated and approved contracts with suppliers and distributors.
- Appointed department heads and managers and delegated responsibilities.
- Implemented corrective action plans to solve organizational and departmental problems.
- Prepared budgets for approval, including those for funding and implementation of programs.
- Prepared and presented business and operational reports to inform stakeholders.
- Directed human resources activities, including approval of human resource plans and activities, selection of directors and other high-level staff and establishment and organization of major departments
- Administered programs for selection of sites, construction of buildings and provision of equipment and supplies.
- Served as liaisons between organizations, shareholders and outside organizations.
- Directed upper management operations and proactively addressed and resolved challenges.
- Represented organization and promoted objectives at networking events and trade shows.
- Coordinated board meetings and liaised with members to address critical decisions.
- Attended and participated in meetings of municipal councils and council committees.
- Made presentations to legislative and other government committees regarding policies, programs and budgets.
- Referred major policy matters to elected representatives for final decisions.
- Spearheaded budget analysis and forecasting to align operating costs with business strategy.
- Nominated citizens to boards and commissions.
- Organized and approved promotional campaigns.
- Addressed legal and managerial issues with external agencies.
- Prepared bylaws approved by elected officials and ensured that bylaws were enforced.
CEO
Australian Health Practitioners Advisory Solutions
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
DIRECTOR
Evidence Informed Pain Centre
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Partnership with PainWise Australia, developing holistic pain management educational programs online for complex chronic pain patients in Australia
- As a start up company, I am involved in the entire business development and policy development of this project including creating programs for proper opiod reduction programs, access to care for lower socioeconomic patients in the community as well as alternative options for pain management through topical and compounded pharmaceutical products in liaison with clinical pharmacists.
SENIOR GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
Top Health Doctors
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Senior GP Registrar under the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine,
- Independent Pathway to a FACRRM Fellowship
- Managing all facets of general practice presentations including complex chronic disease management, chronic pain management, skin excision and other minor surgical procedures, Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander health management and practice policy development
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings.
INTERN/JHO/SHO
Logan, Queensland Health Logan Hospital
01.2010 - 07.2012
- General medical and surgical rotations as a resident medical officer in a public hospital, covering overnight and on call shifts through various disciplines.
Education
FACRRM - AST PUBLIC HEALTH
Australian College of Rural And Remote Medicine
Brisbane, QLD01.2024
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE - PUBLIC HEALTH
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD06.2023
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING - LAW AND ADMINISTRATION
College of Law
Brisbane, QLD11.2020
J.D. - Law
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD08.2020
BACHELOR OF SURGERY AND BACHELOR OF MEDICINE - Medicine/ Surgery
Bond University
Gold Coast, QLD12.2009
BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE - Biomedical Sciences
Bond University
Gold Coast, QLD06.2005
Skills
- PECREM, ABC ICU, ETECH Anaesthetics, Paediatrics, General Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynaecology,
- Surgery, Rural Remote Medicine ALS BASIC, ECREM, Ultrasound In Emergency Medicine,
- MedicoLegal Policy Development, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Employment Law
- Languages Japanese Bengali English Customer Satisfaction Scalable Enterprise Software Solutions
- Employment Opportunities Confidential Records Management Operational Efficiency
- Community Relationships Verbal And Written Communication Client Relationships Improvement Plans
- Team Support Improvement Recommendations Outreach Programming Workflow Processes
- Customer Experience High-Pressure Environments Home Visits Orientation Sessions
- Records Management Systems Legal Requirements Business Growth Business Operations
- Team Goals Administrative Support
References
1)Candice Austin
VAD Coordinator West Moreton
Current Colleague
Mobile: 0433571488
Email: Candice.Austin@health.qld.gov.au
2)Dr. Tim Turk
Rural Generalist
Tel: 0431319720
Email: Tim_the_doctor@hotmail.com
3)Ms. Deborah Woods
Clinical Operations Manager
Tel: 0407372766
Email: deb@vibeaesthetics.net
4)Dr. Gino Pecoraro
Chair of AHPAS/Consultant Gynaecologist Obstetrician
Tel: 0411879310
Email: Gino@ginopecoraro.com.au
5)Dr. Bruce Lewis
Consultant Paediatrician-Supervisor for ACRRM Public Health AST
Tel: 0411744609
Email: drbrucelewis@gmail.com
Timeline
Rural Generalist Senior Medical Officer
West Moreton Health Services
07.2023 - Current
Voluntary Assisted Dying Clinical Lead -SMO
West Moreton
01.2023 - Current
MEDICOLEGAL DIRECTOR
Australian Health Practitioners Advisory Solution
10.2022 - Current
MEDICOLEGAL LIAISON OFFICER/LAWYER
WorkLegal Pty Ltd
01.2021 - Current
CEO
Australian Health Practitioners Advisory Solutions
11.2020 - 09.2022
DIRECTOR
Evidence Informed Pain Centre
08.2020 - 03.2022
SENIOR GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
Top Health Doctors
05.2020 - 01.2022
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
Queensland Health, Boonah Hospital
09.2017 - Current
INTERN/JHO/SHO
Logan, Queensland Health Logan Hospital
01.2010 - 07.2012
FACRRM - AST PUBLIC HEALTH
Australian College of Rural And Remote Medicine
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE - PUBLIC HEALTH
University of Southern Queensland
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING - LAW AND ADMINISTRATION
College of Law
J.D. - Law
University of Southern Queensland
BACHELOR OF SURGERY AND BACHELOR OF MEDICINE - Medicine/ Surgery
Bond University
BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE - Biomedical Sciences
Bond University
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