Hlengiwe Mhlanga
@hlengiwemhlanga
Clinical Associate / Physician Assistant delivering comprehensive patient care.
What I'm looking for
I am a registered Clinical Associate with over five years of clinical experience across hospital and private-practice settings, skilled in patient assessment, diagnostics, chronic disease management, ICD-10 coding, medical aid pre-authorisation, and minor procedures. I have practiced in casualty, theatre, paediatrics, OPD and GP settings, and have additional training in non-surgical body contouring and IV therapies.
I consistently manage acute and chronic conditions, perform procedures such as suturing, I&D, lumbar puncture and obstetric ultrasound, and handle medical aid pre-authorisations and coding to support efficient patient flow. I am patient-focused, adaptable across high-volume and outpatient environments, and committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Clinical Associate
Bokamoso Medical Practice
Apr 2025 - Present (9 months)
Provide comprehensive adult and pediatric assessments, manage acute and chronic conditions, perform minor procedures (suturing, I&D, injections) and coordinate medical-aid pre-authorisations to ensure timely care delivery.
Aesthetic Therapist
The Body Shapers SA
May 2023 - Mar 2025 (1 year 10 months)
Delivered non-surgical body contouring and aesthetic therapies including radiofrequency, ultrasonic cavitation, cryolipolysis, lipolysis injections and IV vitamin drips, with client assessment and progress documentation.
Clinical Associate
Dr Ayob
Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 (5 months)
Conducted adult and pediatric examinations, managed acute and chronic conditions, performed minor procedures (suturing, I&D, injections) and provided preventive care including pap smears and obstetric ultrasound.
Clinical Associate
Dr Bangaza
Feb 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 5 months)
Delivered outpatient care including adult and pediatric assessments, managed acute and chronic illnesses, performed injections, wound care and suturing, and coordinated referrals and dispensing.
Clinical Associate
Ermelo Provincial Hospital
Apr 2019 - Nov 2023 (4 years 7 months)
Worked across family medicine, casualty, OPD, theatre and pediatrics performing emergency triage, resuscitation, procedural interventions (lumbar puncture, paracentesis, pleural tap), suturing and assisting in emergency surgeries.
Clinical Associate
Botleng Pharmacy
Dec 2021 - Dec 2021 (0 months)
Provided clinical assessments and management for acute and chronic conditions in a pharmacy setting, administered injections, monitored vital signs and facilitated referrals and dispensing.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Alison
Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing, Medical Coding and Billing
2025 - 2025
Completed a Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing covering ICD-10 coding and medical billing practices.
Laser & Aesthetic Academy
Non-Surgical Body Shaping & Contouring Course, Aesthetic and Body Contouring
2023 - 2023
Completed Non-Surgical Body Shaping & Contouring training including laser and aesthetic procedures.
Lin Glazed Beauty Academy
Vacuum Therapy Training, Vacuum Therapy
2023 - 2023
Completed Vacuum Therapy training focused on non-surgical body contouring techniques.
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice, Clinical Medical Practice
Activities and societies: Student practical placements at Tshwane District Hospital, Pretoria West Hospital, KwaMhlanga Hospital, Naas Clinic, and Witbank Provincial Hospital.
Completed the Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) program focusing on clinical assessment, emergency care, and primary care practice.
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