Julia Sader
Psychologist
Genève,GE
Summary
Caring and analytical Psychologist with experience assessing and treating patients. Expert at observing and interviewing, developing treatment plans and conducting research. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills when working with diverse team of mental health professionals. Proficient in staying abreast of new developments in field of clinical care of patients suffering from chronic illnesses through the paradigm of patient therapeutic education while continuing to refine clinical skills through continuing education and attendance at professional development conferences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinical Psychologist FSP
Unit Of Therapeutic Patient Education - HUG
01.2023 - Current
- As part of the team at the Unit of Therapeutic Patient Education I work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to offer patients a holistic treatment plan and care through different programs to treat chronically ill patients suffering from obesity and/or diabetes
- Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns.
- Fostered a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, offering constructive feedback, and maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues.
- Implemented sound, peer-reviewed methodologies and interventions to foster psychological health.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
- Cooperated with other practitioners to conduct research, devise improvements and discuss treatment innovations.
- Led psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
- Documented diagnoses, interventions implemented, and outcomes across outpatient clinics.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
- Critically analyzed and interpreted reports related to opioid addiction, self-harm and psychosis across many healthcare domains.
PhD Candidate
UDREM - Faculty Of Medicine Unviversity Of Geneva
01.2019 - Current
- Developed own research protocol whilst being supervised by experts in the field of medical education at the faculty of medicine at the University of Geneva
- Topic of thesis: "Impact of a single training intervention through the use of a serious game on the mitigation of cogntivie biases of medical residents : A multi-centric randomized control trial
- Conducted and collected data through a Randomized control trial experiment at various sites in Switzerland in different hospital settings (Emergency room, Internal medicine, Rehabilitation, Endocrinology unit etc.)
- Wrote, analyzed many manuscripts which led to successful publications
- Worked as part of many Horizon 2020 European consortium in particular one that worked on a project to improve patient safety and quality through the development of tools to diminish diagnsotic error and improve decision making
- Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery.
- Presented at regional conferences on various medical topics, contributing to the advancement of knowledge within the field.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development by actively participating in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars related to clinical practice advancements.
- Conducted research on emerging medical treatments, incorporating findings into clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Research Assistant
L'Unité De Développement Et De Recherche En Education Médicale (UDREM)
1 2019 - Current
- Designed survey instruments tailored to specific research objectives for precise feedback gathering.
- Conducted pilot studies as part of preliminary investigations to determine feasibility and effectiveness of proposed methodologies.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Presented research findings at conferences, contributing to the advancement of the field.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.
- Utilized advanced analytical software to analyze data sets.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Developed comprehensive reports on research progress, keeping stakeholders informed and engaged.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Clinical Psychologist Intern
HUG University Hospitals Geneva
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked as part of the interdisciplinary team of the Unit of Therapeutic Patient Education which is part of the Endocrinology service at the department of medicine at the University Hospitals of Geneva (HUG)
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, ensuring clear communication among all members of the healthcare team.
- Shadowed experienced clinicians to gain in-depth knowledge of treatment, diagnosis and assessment techniques.
- Critically analyzed and interpreted reports related to opioid addiction, self-harm and psychosis across many healthcare domains.
- Served as a liaison between patients and community resources, connecting individuals with additional support services when needed.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Observed service delivery for cases involving specific problems and broadly disordered behavior.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Developed individualized psychoeducation materials for patients, increasing their understanding of mental health issues and treatment options.
- Administered, scored and interpreted psychological tests during office visits.
Clinical Psychologist Intern
NHS
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Implemented preventative measures by providing psychoeducation on mental health topics to community groups and schools.
- Communicated effectively with other professionals involved in clients'' care, facilitating a coordinated approach to treatment planning and implementation.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Referred patients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Wrote reports on patients and maintained required paperwork.
- Worked with patients living with mental and developmental delays and employed successful strategies aimed at addressing symptoms and improving quality of life.
Trainee Clinical Psychologist
CAMHS- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, ensuring clear communication among all members of the healthcare team.
- Promoted a culturally-sensitive practice by adapting interventions to consider each patient's unique cultural background and experiences.
- Shadowed experienced clinicians to gain in-depth knowledge of treatment, diagnosis and assessment techniques.
- Critically analyzed and interpreted reports related to opioid addiction, self-harm and psychosis across many healthcare domains.
- Served as a liaison between patients and community resources, connecting individuals with additional support services when needed.
Academic Student Representative
UCL University College London
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Attended monthly meetings for the department of Psychology Brain Sciences board and student leadership committee to discuss program initiatives.
- Represented university interests and values at various campus events and activities.
- Aided recruitment efforts, assisting potential students in understanding admissions process.
- Collaborated with other representatives to create initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall campus experience.
- Advocated for student needs, resulting in improved resources and support services on campus.
Postgraduate Assistant to the Head of Psychology
Faculty Of Psychology And Counselling, Webster
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed data and correspondence to secure information across complex landscapes of organizational departments.
- Updated database of contacts and resources for company-wide distribution.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Transcription Intern
Global Fund
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Interacted with public on phone and at reception desk to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to address any discrepancies in completed transcripts, ensuring top-notch final products for clients.
- Utilized organizational tools such as spreadsheets and task management software to effectively manage workload and meet project deadlines.
- Maintained database of transcribed documents for easy access and retrieval.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive client information, adhering to company policies and procedures at all times.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
- Used specialized techniques and shortcuts to improve typing speed and meet deadlines.
Therapist Acted as a "shadow" for Autistic Child
Yvonne Letchford
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Volunteer Coordinator
Violence Against Woman As Part Of The Red Cross
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Worked with program teams to identify and match volunteers with appropriate activities.
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct, and volunteer standards.
Community School Volunteer
Ferney Voltaire Communal Townhall
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Helped with planning and implementation of school fundraisers to bring in needed monies for school.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Liaised between teachers and parents to help resolve issues or concerns.
- Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
Education
Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences - Medical Education
Faculty of Medicine UNIGE
Geneva Switzerland 04.2019 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Developmental Psychoanalytical Psychology (Merit)
University College London (UCL)
London 04.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Magna Cum Laude)
Webster Campus
Geneva, Switzerland 04.2013 - 05.2017
Minor of Philosophy - Philosophy
Webster Campus
Geneva 04.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Reliability
Project Management
Team building
Time Management
Active Listening
Self Motivation
Professional Demeanor
Analytical Thinking
Transcription
Report Preparation
Document Typing and Formatting
Data entry experience
Multitasking
Report Writing
Interpersonal Communication
Nationalities
- Swiss
- British
Age
34 years old
Teaching experience
Formation continue Faculté de médecine, Université de Genève Formation continue Faculté de médecine, Université de Montréal
Enseignement prégradué : Faculté de médecine, Université de Genève
- Cours MIGA 2 (Bachelor 1ère année)
- Cours PSS (1ère année) le raisonnement médical
- Séminaires interactifs DC-Stage UIGP (Bachelor 2ème année)
- Séminaires interactifs CC –Relation médecin-malade (Bachelor 2ème année)
- Séminaires interactifs CC –Relation médecin-malade (Bachelor 3ème année)
- Unité neuroscience : Séminaire éthiques 1 à 5
- UDREM : Ateliers de perfectionnement pour enseignants et chercheurs (Enseignement à la pédagogie)
Enseignement post-gradué Faculté de médecine, Université de Genève
- Formation pédagogique pour chefs de clinique (enseignement PCSE dirigé sous la direction médicale des HUG dirigé par Dre Noëlle Junod Perron)
- Cours à option direction de Prof Guy Haller sur le thème "" intervention de 5h
- Cours à option direction de Prof Pataky
- Cours à option direction de Prof Audetat
Enseignement post-gradué(Autres)
Enseignement paramédical
- Séminaire atelier de 2 jours (MC Audétat) « Difficultés de raisonnement clinique en supervision », CUMG, Collège Universitaire de Médecine Générale, 5 septembre 2019, Lyon, France
- Séminaire atelier de 1 jour, (MC Audétat et N. Junod Perron) « Supervision du raisonnement clinique » Hôpital du Jura, 6 novembre 2018, Saignelégier
2017-2018 Séminaire de 3 heures, « Résidents en difficultés: une démarche structurée pour les soutenir (raisonnement clinique et professionnalisme)» Unités de médecine de famille de Amos et Lasarre, 24 avril 2018, Amos, Québec.
Publications
• Lavallard V, Cerutti B, Audetat Voirol M-C, Broers B, Sader J, Galetto-Lacour A, Hausmann S, Savoldelli GL, Nendaz M, Escher M. Formative assessments during COVID-19 pandemic: an observational study on performance and experiences of medical students. MedEdPublish. 2023;13:7.
• Bajwa NM, Sader J, Kim S, Park YS, Nendaz M, Bochatay N. Development and validity evidence for the intraprofessional conflict exercise: An assessment tool to support collaboration. PloS one. 2023;18(2):e0280564.
• Cleverley-Leblanc H, Chemin C, Sader J, Junod Perron NA, Zamberg I, Schiffer E, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Favoriser le développement du raisonnement clinique des étudiants en médecine : une démarche d’amélioration. Pédagogie médicale. 2023;23(4):225 33.
• Sader J, Cerutti B, Meynard L, Geoffroy F, Meister V, Paignon A, Junod Perron NA. The pedagogical value of near-peer feedback in online OSCEs. BMC medical education. 2022;22(1):572.
• Sader J, Diana A, Coen M, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. A GP’s clinical reasoning in the context of multimorbidity: beyond the perception of an intuitive approach. Family practice. 2022;cmac076.
• Sader J, Cairo Notari S, Coen M, Ritz C, Bajwa NM, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Métaphores : une porte d’entrée pour accéder à la richesse du raisonnement clinique des médecins généralistes. Pédagogie médicale. 2022;23(1):17 26.
• Coen M, Sader J, Junod Perron NA, Audetat Voirol M-C, Nendaz M. Clinical reasoning in dire times. Analysis of cognitive biases in clinical cases during the COVID-19 pandemic. Internal and emergency medicine. 2022;
• Wurth SMM, Sader J, Cerutti B, Broers B, Bajwa NM, Carballo JS, Escher M, Galetto-Lacour A, Grosgurin O, Lavallard V, Savoldelli GL, Serratrice J, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Medical students" perceptions and coping strategies during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic: studies, clinical implication, and professional identity. BMC medical education. 2021;21(1):620.
• Ritz C, Sader J, Cairo Notari S, Lanier C, Caire Fon N, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Multimorbidity and clinical reasoning through the eyes of GPs: a qualitative study. Family medicine and community health. 2021;9(4):e000798.
• Voirol C, Pelland M-F, Lajeunesse J, Duplain R, Dubois J, Lachance S, Lambert C, Sader J, Audetat Voirol M-C. How Can We Raise Awareness of Physician’s Needs in Order to Increase Adherence to Management and Leadership Training? Journal of Healthcare Leadership. 2021;
• Sader J, Audetat Voirol M-C, Nendaz M, Hurst S, Clavien C. Design Bioethics, Not Only as a Research Tool but Also a Pedagogical Tool. The American Journal of Bioethics. 2021;21(6):69 71.
• Cairo Notari S, Sader J, Caire Fon N, Sommer JM, Pereira Miozzari AC, Janjic D, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Understanding GPs" clinical reasoning processes involved in managing patients suffering from multimorbidity: A systematic review of qualitative and quantitative research. International Journal of Clinical Practice. 2021;e14187.
• Sader J, Clavien C, Korris J, Hurst S, Nendaz M, Audetat Voirol M-C. Serious game training in medical education: potential to mitigate cognitive biases of healthcare professionals. Diagnosis. 2021;
• Audetat Voirol M-C, Cairo Notari S, Sader J, Ritz C, Fassier T, Sommer JM, Nendaz M, Caire-Fon N. Understanding the clinical reasoning processes involved in the management of multimorbidity in an ambulatory setting: study protocol of a stimulated recall research. BMC Medical Education. 2021;21(1):31.
• Voirol C, Sader J, Audetat Voirol M-C. COVID-19: How to Reduce Some Environmental and Social Impacts? Annals of Global Health. 2020;86(1):139.
• Audetat Voirol M-C, Sader J, Coen M. Clinical reasoning and COVID 19 pandemic: current influencing factors Let us take a step back! Internal and Emergency Medicine. 2020;
• Audetat Voirol M-C, Sader J, Cairo Notari S, Ritz C, Fon NC, Maisonneuve H, Blondon K, Nendaz M. Understanding and Promoting Clinical Reasoning in Chronic and Multimorbid Conditions: A Call for GPs and Healthcare Professionals. Health. 2019;11(10):1338 46.
Articles professionnels
• Gillabert CF, Pereira Miozzari AC, Sommer JM, Sader J, Audetat Voirol M-C, Rieder AR. Cercle de qualité pédagogique : un nouvel outil pour les clinicien∙ne∙s enseignant∙e∙s en médecine ambulatoire. Revue médicale suisse. 2021;17(738):915 8.
• Pereira Miozzari AC, Rieder AR, Sader J, Sommer JM, Audetat Voirol M-C. Clinicians or teachers – why not both? Expanding the comfort zone of Swiss clinical teachers in private practice. Swiss Medical Weekly. 2020;
References
- Prof Associé Marie-Claude Audétat PhD, superviseure de thèse doctorale, Faculté de médecine, marie-claude.audetat@unige.ch
- Prof Ordinaire et Vice-Doyen pré-grad Mathieu Nendaz MD, superviseur de thèse doctorale, Faculté de médecine, Mathieu.nendaz@unige.ch
- Dr. Daniel Hayes, Directeur de thèse (MSc), Shared decision making in child and youth mental health, daniel.hayes@annafreud.org
- Dr. Liza Jachens, Thesis Supervisor (Bachelor), Understanding the impact of the changes in the DSM5 on the autistic community in Geneva, +41(0)78 623 56 77,
- Dr. Roslyn Thomas, Previous employer and prior used to be the Director of the Faculty of Psychology, Sociology and counselling at Webster Campus Geneva, +41(0)79 442 27 01, thomas.ros@icloud.com
Psychologist Membership
Psychologist FSP (Fédération Suisse des Psychologues)
Psychologist AGPSY (Association Genevoise des Psychologues)
Psychologist MBPsS (member of the British British Psychological Society (BPS))
Activities
- Piano (28 years)
- Oil painting
- Writing
- Jazz
- Crossfit
Timeline
Clinical Psychologist FSP
Unit Of Therapeutic Patient Education - HUG
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Psychologist Intern
HUG University Hospitals Geneva
01.2022 - 12.2022
Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences - Medical Education
Faculty of Medicine UNIGE
04.2019 - 09.2024
PhD Candidate
UDREM - Faculty Of Medicine Unviversity Of Geneva
01.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Developmental Psychoanalytical Psychology (Merit)
University College London (UCL)
04.2017 - 05.2018
Clinical Psychologist Intern
NHS
01.2017 - 01.2018
Trainee Clinical Psychologist
CAMHS- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
Academic Student Representative
UCL University College London
01.2017 - 01.2018
Transcription Intern
Global Fund
09.2016 - 12.2016
Minor of Philosophy - Philosophy
Webster Campus
04.2015 - 05.2017
Therapist Acted as a "shadow" for Autistic Child
Yvonne Letchford
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Magna Cum Laude)
Webster Campus
04.2013 - 05.2017
Postgraduate Assistant to the Head of Psychology
Faculty Of Psychology And Counselling, Webster
01.2013 - 01.2017
Volunteer Coordinator
Violence Against Woman As Part Of The Red Cross
01.2012 - 01.2013
Community School Volunteer
Ferney Voltaire Communal Townhall
01.2011 - 12.2012
Research Assistant
L'Unité De Développement Et De Recherche En Education Médicale (UDREM)
1 2019 - Current
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