Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
research experience
VOLUNTEER/SERVICE ACTIVITIES
leadership roles
Languages
EXTRACURRICULAR CTIVITIES
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP OR AFFiLIATIONS
REFERENCES
Timeline
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EBENEZER OPPONG

Tamale

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Audiologist

Hui'er Ghana Hearing Technology and Services Ltd.
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducted newborn hearing screenings, contributing to early identification of hearing loss and timely intervention services.
  • Contributed to clinic growth by participating in marketing efforts aimed at attracting new patients, including social media promotion and community outreach events.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements by attending continuing education courses and regularly reviewing relevant research publications.
  • Recommended and fitted assistive listening devices and protection devices to improve hearing.
  • Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
  • Conducted presentations regarding various hearing and balance topics to increase community awareness and education on importance of hearing conservation and health.
  • Advised on appropriate hearing conservation measures for occupational settings, reducing the incidence of noise-induced hearing loss among employees.
  • Advocated for improved access to audiology services within the community by engaging with local advocacy groups and government representatives on policy issues relating to hearing health care coverage.
  • Ensured adherence to industry standards by performing regular equipment calibration checks and maintaining accurate records.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through the provision of high-quality hearing aid fittings and adjustments.
  • Increased clinic revenue through the sale of assistive listening devices, custom ear protection, and other audiologic products.

Internship at Tamale Teaching Hospital (National Service)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2022

Observed and performed various audiological assessments, including:

  • Case history taking
  • Hearing assessment (Pure Tone Audiometry, Tympanometry, Otoacoustic Emission test)
  • Cerumen management
  • Earmold preparation
  • Newborn hearing screening
  • Conducted report writing and documentation of assessment findings
    Assisted in the fitting of hearing aids for patients

Internship at 37 Military Hospital

37 Military Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2019

Observed and performed various audiological assessments, including:

  • Case history taking
  • Hearing assessment (Pure Tone Audiometry, Tympanometry, Otoacoustic Emission test)
  • Cerumen management
  • Wrote reports and documented the results of the assessment.

Internship at Ho Teaching Hospital

Ho Teaching Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2018
  • Served as a student audiologist
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Speech, Language And Hearing Sciences

University of Health And Allied Sciences, Ho
Ho, Ghana
11.2021

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Fast Learner
  • Problem-Solving
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Creative and Resourceful
  • Research

research experience

  • Conducted a systematic literature review on the Prevalence of Otitis Media among Children in Africa, synthesizing data from multiple studies to identify trends, risk factors, and gaps in the research.
  • Critically appraised and summarized findings from peer-reviewed journals, ensuring the inclusion of the most relevant and recent studies.
  • Used techniques for systematic reviews, such as database searching, screening, data extraction, and evaluating the included studies' quality.
  • Developed comprehensive insights into public health implications, contributing to a deeper understanding of otitis media's impact on African pediatric populations.
  • Improved ability to conduct data synthesis, critical analysis, and systematic literature reviews, with an emphasis on epidemiological studies.

VOLUNTEER/SERVICE ACTIVITIES

  • 07/21/21, Hearing screening at UHAS Basic School, Ho
  • 03/03/22, Newborn screening at Tamale Teaching Hospital.
  • 05/18/24, A Community outreach program in Sherigu, Bolgatanga.
  • 06/01/24, A Community outreach program in Bongo, Bolgatanga.
  • 09/14/24, Hearing screening at Zuarungu Senior High School, Bolgatanga.
  • 11/29/24, Hearing screening at Gambibgo Community Day Senior High School, Bolgatanga.

leadership roles


  • As the treasurer of my church, I had the chance to supervise the financial management of the organization, examine financial reporting and procedures, counsel the board on economic strategy, and offer fundraising advice.

Languages

Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Fante
Intermediate (B1)

EXTRACURRICULAR CTIVITIES

  • 05/26/22, A one day “job fair and personality development” seminar organized by Simba Ghana.
  • 09/10/21, Induction and oath swearing ceremony for Allied Health graduates.
  • 09/01/21, A two-day webinar on the theme “Rethinking malaria in the context of COVID-19” by Harvard University.
  • 08/15/24, A two-day scientific conference on the theme "STAAG as a professional body: The way forward.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP OR AFFiLIATIONS

Speech Therapists and Audiologists Association of Ghana (STAAG)

REFERENCES

  • Professor Olawale Ogundiran

     Head, Department of Speech Language and Hearing Sciences

     Email: oogundiran@uhas.edu.gh


  • Mr. Israel Tordzro Agudze

     Head, Teaching and Examinations Unit

     Directorate of Academic Affairs

     Email: itagudze@uhas.edu.gh


  • Mr. Desmond Lamptey

     Speech Therapist, Tamale Teaching Hospital

     Email: lampteydesmond258@gmail.com


  • Mrs. Agelina Ayingura Anaafo

     Clinical Audiologist, Tamale Teaching Hospital

     Email: missangelinaanaafo@gmail.com


Timeline

Clinical Audiologist

Hui'er Ghana Hearing Technology and Services Ltd.
05.2024 - Current

Internship at Tamale Teaching Hospital (National Service)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2022

Internship at 37 Military Hospital

37 Military Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2019

Internship at Ho Teaching Hospital

Ho Teaching Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Speech, Language And Hearing Sciences

University of Health And Allied Sciences, Ho
EBENEZER OPPONG