Emmanuel Tettey Lartey
Ketan, Western Region,STMA
Summary
Results-driven and dedicated Principal Physician Assistant with a Master of Public Health degree and over 13 years of experience in healthcare coordination. Currently serving as the Western Regional Non-Communicable Diseases Coordinator. Have a proven track record of successfully implementing public health initiatives and leading collaborative teams. A highly motivated and results-oriented professional with strong team-building skills and a passion for improving community health outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4051
4051
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Regional Non-Communicable Diseases Coordinator
Ghana Health Service
Sekondi-Takoradi, Western Region
08.2023 - Current
- Program Management and Coordination: Led and coordinated planning, implementation, and evaluation of regional non-communicable disease (NCD) programs and initiatives. This includes developing strategic action plans, managing budgets, and ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders.
- Surveillance and Data Analysis: Established and maintained surveillance systems to monitor NCD trends in all 14 districts. Collected, analyzed, and interpreted public health data to inform decision-making, identified at-risk populations, and evaluated the impact of interventions.
- Capacity Building and Training: Provided technical guidance and training to over 200 healthcare professionals and public health staff on NCD prevention, diagnosis and management. Organized and facilitated workshops and continuing medical education sessions to strengthen the region's capacity to deliver high-quality NCD services.
- Policy Development and Advocacy: Contributed to the development and implementation of evidence-based health policies related to NCD prevention and control. Advocated for resources that help to improve access and address the social determinants of health.
- Community Health Promotion and Education: Designed and executed health promotion campaigns and educational programs to raise awareness about NCD risk factors and empower the public to adopt healthier lifestyles.
Principal Physician Assistant
Sekondi Zongo Health Centre, Ghana Health Service
Sekondi, Western Region
11.2021 - Current
- Provided critical support during emergencies for timely interventions, which yielded 95% positive outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations on all clients to ensure accurate diagnosis.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies efficiently and prevented shortage issues during peak times.
- Liaise effectively with families regarding patients' condition and progress, resulting in increased trust and satisfaction scores.
Sub-Municipal Clinical And Public Health Head
Ghana Health Service
Bamiankor, Nzema East Municipal, Western Region
09.2011 - 08.2023
- Supervised activities of 2 CHPS compounds and 1 Health Centre for 11 years.
- Organized workshops for all staff within sub-municipal on Appraisal, Early Childhood Cancers, Malaria Case Management, just to mention few.
- Supervised all National Immunization exercises within Bamiankor Sub-municipal.
- Conducted quarterly supportive supervisory visits to 2 CHPS compounds within sub-municipal.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to evaluate and mitigate interactions.
- Worked within communities to build trust and compile data for future policy changes.
- Built positive relationships with local representatives to stay current on needs and understand policy impacts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Physician Assistant Intern
Ghana Health Service
Takoradi, Western region, Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team efforts to uphold and improve quality of care.
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and preventive services.
- Analysed data and information to identify issues and create tailored solutions.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Pupil Teacher
Royal Pearl International School
Anaji, Western Region, Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal Assembly
09.2006 - 07.2007
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet 50 students' varying needs and interests.
- Administered individual assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Planned and organized classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Preserved confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Prevention And Control of Non-Communicable Diseases
Presbyterian University, Ghana
Eastern Region, GhanaCertificate of Higher Education - Health Service Management and Administration
Presbyterian University, Ghana
Eastern Region, Ghana Master of Public Health - Public Health
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Takoradi, Ghana 09.2022 - 12.2023
Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health
OSHAssociation UK
Takoradi, Western Region, Ghana08.2022
Certificate - Policy Development and Advocacy for Global Health
University of Washington
Seattle12.2020
Certificate - Monitoring and Evaluation in Global Health
University of Washington
Seattle09.2020
Certificate - Introduction to Epidemiology for Global Health
University of Washington
Seattle04.2020
Certificate - Project Management in Global Health
University of Washington
Seattle04.2020
Certificate - Leadership and Management in Health
University of Washington
Seattle12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
Presbyterian University College, Ghana
Asante-Akyem Agogo05.2015
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine and Health
College of Health and Wellbeing
Kintampo08.2010
Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team Building
- Consultations
- Analytical thinking
- Organizational Development
- Patient support and advocacy
- Relationship building
- Critical analysis
- Complex negotiation
Accomplishments
- Lobbied for facelift or renovation of Bamiankor Health Centre.
- Instrumental in achieving HIV Treatment Centre status for Bamiankor Health Centre.
- Lobbied the establishment of 2 CHPS compounds within Bamiankor sub-municipal
- Successfully trained 50 health workers of different cadres to effectively manage malaria cases.
Languages
Fante, Twi
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Hobbies
- Team building
- Listening to country music
- Watching movies
- Socializing with people
- Visiting tourist sites
Timeline
Regional Non-Communicable Diseases Coordinator
Ghana Health Service
08.2023 - Current
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
09.2022 - 12.2023
Principal Physician Assistant
Sekondi Zongo Health Centre, Ghana Health Service
11.2021 - Current
Sub-Municipal Clinical And Public Health Head
Ghana Health Service
09.2011 - 08.2023
Physician Assistant Intern
Ghana Health Service
09.2010 - 08.2011
Pupil Teacher
Royal Pearl International School
09.2006 - 07.2007
Certificate of Higher Education - Prevention And Control of Non-Communicable Diseases
Presbyterian University, Ghana
Certificate of Higher Education - Health Service Management and Administration
Presbyterian University, Ghana
Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health
OSHAssociation UK
Certificate - Policy Development and Advocacy for Global Health
University of Washington
Certificate - Monitoring and Evaluation in Global Health
University of Washington
Certificate - Introduction to Epidemiology for Global Health
University of Washington
Certificate - Project Management in Global Health
University of Washington
Certificate - Leadership and Management in Health
University of Washington
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
Presbyterian University College, Ghana
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine and Health
College of Health and Wellbeing
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