Sylvia Swastika Singh
Oratia
Summary
Dedicated and patient-focused Medical Doctor with over eight years of clinical experience across primary care, emergency medicine, hospital wards, and forensic pathology. Experienced in managing patients of diverse cultural backgrounds and delivering high-quality care in both community and hospital settings. Strong clinical judgement, emergency response capability, and medico-legal expertise. Seeking opportunities within New Zealand’s healthcare sector to contribute clinical excellence and compassionate patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Practitioner
Oceania Hospital PTE Limited
Fiji
01.2024 - 03.2026
- Conduct comprehensive outpatient consultations including diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage paediatric, adult, and geriatric emergency cases.
- Provide follow-up care and specialist referrals.
- Review and manage ward patients in the absence of consultants.
- Assist in general surgical procedures in operating theatre.
- Deliver outreach programmes and utilise digital Health Information Systems.
Senior Medical Officer – Forensic Science Services
Fiji Police Force
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted medico-legal autopsies for unnatural deaths.
- Prepared detailed autopsy reports for legal proceedings.
- Provided expert testimony in multiple court settings.
Medical Officer
Samabula Health Centre
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided primary healthcare services in General Outpatient Department.
- Managed emergency stabilisation and hospital transfers.
- Worked in Emergency Operations Centre during COVID-19 second wave.
- Performed disease surveillance and data reporting (EWARS).
Medical Officer
Valelevu Health Centre
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Delivered outpatient and emergency care across all age groups.
- Managed chronic disease clinics.
- Coordinated patient transfers during hospital bed shortages.
Medical Intern
Colonial War Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Completed rotations in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Emergency Medicine.
- Provided inpatient care and assisted in procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
The University of Fiji
Lautoka01-2017
Skills
General Practice & Primary Care
Emergency & Acute Care Management
Medico-Legal Autopsy & Reporting
Minor Surgical Procedures
Chronic Disease Management (NCDs)
Clinical Documentation & Reporting
Health Information Systems
Public Health Surveillance (EWARS)
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Strong Communication & Patient Engagement
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Certification
- Advanced Adult Life Support (2019)
- Emergency Obstetric & Neonatal Care (EMNOC) (2019)
Affiliations
- Member – Fiji Medical Association
- Member – Fiji College of General Practitioners
Timeline
General Practitioner
Oceania Hospital PTE Limited
01.2024 - 03.2026
Senior Medical Officer – Forensic Science Services
Fiji Police Force
06.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Officer
Samabula Health Centre
03.2020 - 05.2023
Medical Officer
Valelevu Health Centre
02.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Intern
Colonial War Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
The University of Fiji