Assistant Design Engineer
Resume:
Samira Kamran
Roswell, Georgia 30075
samira.kamran@yahoo com
SUMMARY: Highly respected Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist who has great knowledge and following in the field of Orthotics and Prosthetics; Excellent skills in time management, treatment plan, static and dynamic alignment, and reconstruction through measurement, design, fabrication, and fitting; Expertise in repair and maintain orthopedic devices, using hand tools; Ability to design and evaluate orthopedic devices according to physician’s prescription and patient’s needs; Conduct lectures and demonstration to colleagues and training to undergraduates and other orthopedic professionals EDUCATION:
Northwestern University, Chicago, IL 08/2013-03/2015 Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
Overall GPA 3.23/4.00
The University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX 08/2009-12/2011 Master of Science in Kinesiology
Specialization: Human Movement Science/Biomechanics Overall GPA 3.58/4.00
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 08/2004-12/2007 Bachelor of Science in Industrial and System Engineering Minor in Biomedical Engineering
Overall GPA 3.00/4.00, Major GPA 3.36/4.00
ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS EXPERINCE:
Jesse Brown VA Hospital, Chicago, IL 3/2020-Present Orthotist-Prosthetist at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Provide direct orthotic/prosthetic patient care including assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, and implementation of the treatment plan
• Administer fitting, adjustments and alignments, patient training, and follow-up of treatment plan to ensure successful outcomes, patient health and quality of life
• Execute documentation of changes, modifications, reassessment of expectations and objectives, development of long-term treatment plan, and confirmation of education and instruction.
• Assesses patient for indications/contra-indications of appropriate treatment protocols and discusses the assessment with the physician/requesting provider for purposes of developing the overall treatment plan
• Contribute to competency and enhancement of professional practice through continuing education Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL 1/2019-3/2020 Orthotist-Prosthetist at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Performed a comprehensive assessment of the patient to obtain an understanding of the patients orthotic/prosthetic needs
• Created a comprehensive orthotic/prosthetic treatment plan to meet the needs and goals of the patients
• Performed the necessary procedures to deliver the appropriate orthotic/prosthetic services, which includes fabrication of the orthosis/prosthesis
• Provided continuing patient care and periodic evaluation to ensure, maintain and/or document optimal fit and function of the orthotic and or prosthetic device
• Complied with policies, procedures and regulations regarding human resource management, physical environment management, business/financial management and organizational management
• Participated in personal and professional development through continuing education, training, research and organizational affiliations
Boston VA Hospital, Jamaica Plain, MA 08/2018-1/2019 Orthotist-Prosthetist at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Treated of all amputation levels including upper limb, hip disarticulation levels
• Served as an advisor to physicians, therapists and other medical professionals with regard to indications and contraindications of prosthetic and orthotic componentry, prescription criteria
• Authorized the purchase, fabrication, or repair of prosthetic devices
• Maintained continuous liaison with manufacturers and dealers of prosthetic supplies, inspecting their facilities and services and participating in the award of prosthetic appliance contracts
• Participated in investigative/research project studies by selecting patients as pilot wearers of newly developed prosthetic items, evaluating the usefulness of such items and compiling of data
• Gave technical and administrative advice and assistance on prosthetic problems to other facilities Ballert Orthopedic, Chicago, IL 12/2016-12/2017
Orthotic Resident at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Collaborated with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for orthotic services; recommend treatment options to physicians when necessary
• Evaluated orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
• Formulated design of orthopedic devices while selecting materials, making cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts
• Utilized effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance.
• Constructed and design appropriate orthotic services for pediatrics with congenital defects and other deformities including cranial-remolding helmets, spinal and pectus orthosis, and reciprocating gait orthosis
• Achieved proficiency with OPIE Software, outcome measures, orthotic clinical documentation Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL 10/2015-10/2016 Prosthetic Resident at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Collaborated with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for prosthetic services; recommended treatment options to physicians when necessary
• Examined and evaluate patient’s needs in relation to disease and functional loss
• Formulated design of prosthetic devices using digital scanning and digital modification
• Attended amputation clinic weekly to exercise latest practice in medical rehabilitation management, rehabilitation therapies, and technological advances in prosthetic device
• Identified and reconciled issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction
• Achieved proficiency with CPRS and VISTA Softwares, outcome measures, orthotic clinical documentation
Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL 10/2014-10/2015 Volunteer at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Advanced skills in repair and fabrication of orthotic and prosthetic devices including cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts
• Provided assistance to component/material acquisition, receiving, inventory, and preparation
• Performed fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
• Instructed patient in use of orthopedic brace
• Assisted in formulation of specifications for braces and patient specific treatment plans; in addition to making adjustments on orthoses to assure fit, function, and quality of work Hanger Inc., Roswell, GA 08/2012-12/2012
Volunteer at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department
• Assisted with fabrication of prosthetic and orthotic devices
• Prepared casts and negative impressions to create positive model
• Aided with basic AFOs modification and alignment
• Participated in patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed clinician to repair and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices
• Fabricated, installed, and shaped custom protective covers for prostheses (foam and other materials) Children’s HealthCare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 06/2012-08/2012 Volunteer at the Orthotics and Prosthetics Department-Fabrication Laboratory
• Learnt technical skills to work with complex tools, materials, and machines
• Assisted with orthosis assembly in order to prepare for initial fitting Sealed and filled negative orthotic impressions
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
Capstone Research, Chicago, IL 07/2014- 03/2015
Project: Design and develop an evidence note in order to evaluate the application of orthotic management for spondylolysis in young adults and athletes
• Performing a literature review focused on identifying, appraising, and selecting all high quality research evidence and arguments relevant to the question
• The project will be completed in March 2015
Graduate Research Assistant, Austin, TX 08/2011- 05/2012 Project: Design and develop a behavioral evaluation in order to quantify positive behavioral and social changes in children with Autism during participation in dog training programs
• Worked closely with autistic children ages eight to fifteen years old to observe and assess their motor and social skills during engagement with the teacher and other students in the program
• Evaluated the change in the children’s non-verbal skills in reaction with dogs
• Videotaped the weekly dog training lessen for the purpose of behavioral coding using the Behavioral Observation of Students in Schools criteria and Studio Code software
• Analyzed the data using the Pervasive Developmental Disability Behavioral Inventory (PDDBI) and the Behavioral Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF) assessment tools in order to determine the effectiveness of the proposed program across time, individuals, and setting Graduate Research Assistant, Austin, TX 08/2011- 05/2012 Project: Conduct an experimental design to compare three different yoga headstand techniques and their impact on the cervical portion of the human spine
• Determined the angle and magnitude of the force traveling through the head during notable transitions
• Recruited different skill level yogis and assisting the subjects to prepare for three headstands (Sirasana ) and one Mountain Pose (Tadasana )
• Exercised Vicon Motion System along with Force Platform to collect kinematic data, vertical force, and center of pressure during the headstand performance
• Developed a statistical assessment for each dependent variable to discern notable comparisons between different headstand techniques and determine the contributing factors to average force Graduate Research Assistant, Austin, TX 08/2010- 08/2011 Project: Design and develop a comparison assessment of vigorous and moderate physical activities in children with Autism
• Recruited autistic children and worked closely with them to study the changes in heart rates and other determining factors, which affect the level of physical activity
• Designed various physical activity programs (exercise routines) for different age groups and autism levels
• Temporarily terminated due to lack of funds
Shepherd Rehabilitation Center, Atlanta GA 06/2009-08/2009 Research Assistant- Summer Internship
Project: Conduct a retrospective study of the Shepherd Center database to determine if an individual with sensation is able to attain a higher level of function or achieve a respective level of function sooner, than an individual with poor or absent sensory function and comparable motor function in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI)
• Analyzed the functional outcomes of admitted patients from the patient's database
• Designed prospective studies examining the possible relationship between intact sensory and or motor function at the sacral level and outcomes after traumatic SCI
• Developed a Microsoft Excel tool and a statistical assessment to examine the maximum interaction effects of FES-induced (Functional Electrical Simulation) resistance training and pattern activity on each dependent variable
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 08/2006-01/2007 Research Assistant (Joined Research Project with Shepherd Rehabilitation Center) Project: Design and develop a mounting system for quadriplegic patients to assist their peripheral vision
• Worked closely with disabled patients to help them use Dragon Software in their daily activities
• Authored a User Guider documentation for Dragon Software and developed a Power Point presentation to illustrate the software functionality Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
08/2005-08/2006
Research Assistant
Project: Design implantable transducers capable of measuring force in muscle-tendon units in adult cats
• Collected and analyzed data on tested cats using Vicon Motion System Software ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE:
E2M Inc. Duluth, GA 02/2008-10/2008
Design Engineer
• Designed conceptual plans and conducted a based case time and motion study for current and proposed methodology in a bottling plant to change the material delivery method and determine bottler's potential savings
• Developed general equipment requirements specifications along with system flow sheets in order to analyze and design new packaging lines Obtained equipment budgetary quotes and created overall project budgetary cost estimates
• Lead the Feasibility plan for a consumer products firm in preparation for addition of two new manufacturing lines Built a Flow Chart Simulation (Flow-Sim) model for the system in AutoMod using the Overall Effectiveness Equipment Analysis Sheet (OEE) to develop a cost effective converting process for a pharmaceutical packaging system with a payback of less than 1.5 years, and provides a 10-20% step change improvement in productivity
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 08/2007-12/2007 Senior Design Project with General Mills, Covington, GA
• Performed analysis on current production sequencing and coordinated with creative teams to aid in production and manufacturing planning with obtained results that enabled the General Mills plants to reduce the amount of production waste
• Collaborated in configuring and implementing interactive tools to reduce the amount of production waste with obtained results of 573,000 dollars cost savings
• Developed a Microsoft Excel tool with Macros on supply chain evaluation of the plant in order to increase the efficiency
TEACHING EXPERINCE:
University of Texas-Austin, Austin, TX 08/2009-05/2010 Kinesiology Department Assistant
• Selected as a Teacher's Assistant for undergraduate course work instruction in Biomechanics of Human Body
• Teach college level courses in Circuit Aerobics and Body Conditioning In-Home Tutor 08/2010-Present
• Tutored elementary, middle school, high school, and college level courses in Math, Physics, and Chemistry
SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS:
Certification: ABC Certified Prosthetist-Orthotist-CPO (2018-Present) Programming Languages: JAVA (J2SE), JavaScript, SQL (Oracle) Operating Systems: Microsoft Outlook, Excel, EndNote, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, OPIE, VISTA, CPRS Applications: Arena Simulation, AutoMod, Electromyography (EMG), Force Platform Measuring Instrument, JMP 7, LINDO API, MATLAB, Net Beans, Xpress-MP, Studio Code, Vicon Motion Capture System
Web: Adobe Photoshop, EndNote
Certificate of AutoCAD/Autodesk 2008 issued by Applied Software Certificate of OMEGA (CAD/CAM System for Orthotics and Prosthetics)/2014 issued by Willo Wood Languages: Proficient in Persian, English, and Arabic PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION:
• American Academy of Orthotics and Prosthetics, Member (2013-Present)
• International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Member (2013-Present)
• International Society of Biomechanics, Member (2012-Present) ACTIVITIES:
• UT-Informal Class Division, Farsi Teacher (2012)
• Texas American College of Sports Medicine, Member (2011-Present)
• Certified Personal Trainer- Kettlebell Russian Work Out (2009-Present)
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