Francis ZAMA
Accra
Summary
Compassionate Resident Medical Officer with strong diagnostic abilities and thorough knowledge of medical procedures. Delivers high-quality patient care under pressure. Known for improving patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Medical Officer
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra
09.2021 - Current
- Carried out ward rounds and discussed cases with consultants and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and patient records according to hospital protocols.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including suturing, wound debridement, incision and drainage of abscesses.
- Prescribed medications, monitored their effectiveness and advised on any side effects or interactions with other drugs.
- Monitored patient progress during admissions and made changes if necessary based on observations and results of tests and investigations.
- Attended outpatient clinics where appropriate for follow-up care after discharge.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients and ordered diagnostic tests as required.
- Provided education to junior doctors, interns, medical students and nursing staff about clinical management of various illnesses and conditions.
- Developed treatment plans for long-term conditions such as diabetes or asthma.
- Reviewed new referrals from GPs, community services or other hospitals.
- Ensured that all relevant clinical investigations were completed prior to discharge.
- Advised on appropriate discharge planning for patients leaving the hospital setting.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Assessed and managed patients in the Emergency Department.
- Managed medical emergencies in the department, stabilizing patients before transfer or admission to a higher level of care if necessary.
- Delivered lectures on topics related to medicine at regular intervals throughout the year.
- Performed routine patient care functions and provided emergency response.
- Updated patient prescriptions and provided written papers or transmitted orders electronically.
- Completed clinical procedures such as administering IV drugs.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Senior Medical Officer
Ghana health Services
Hohoe
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Educated patients about their illnesses and medications by providing detailed instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient consultations including diagnosis, treatment prescribed, lab results.
- Reviewed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests to make accurate diagnoses.
- Conducted medical examinations and assessments of patients in order to diagnose health problems and determine appropriate treatments.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up visits or phone calls.
- Attended seminars and conferences related to healthcare topics in order to stay up-to-date with latest developments in the field.
- Provided emergency care when needed at hospitals or clinics.
- Advised families on how best to support a loved one's recovery from illness or injury.
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high quality patient care.
- Assisted with the preparation of reports for insurance companies regarding patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Worked closely with other departments like nutritionists or physical therapists to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Provided guidance on lifestyle changes such as dieting, exercise, smoking cessation, to promote better health outcomes.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress of patients.
- Leveraged evidence-based expertise to interpret patient symptoms and test results and create individualized plans of care.
- Observed delivery of care and business activities and made recommendations to improve programs, case management, and clinical management.
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes, and delivery of care.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Junior Medical Officer
Ghana health Services
Tema
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Assisted senior medical staff in the diagnosis and treatment of complex cases.
- Responded promptly to requests from nursing staff for assistance with patient care issues.
- Attended weekly team meetings to discuss current cases and review best practices.
- Performed physical examinations, ordered diagnostic tests and reviewed results with patients.
- Provided medical advice to patients about their health care needs.
- Prepared reports summarizing case histories and documenting proposed treatment plans.
- Managed clinical documentation, including patient histories and test results.
- Prescribed medications, monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as required.
- Monitored drug therapies for safety, efficacy and adherence to established protocols.
- Provided education to patients regarding their condition and available treatment options.
- Participated in on-call rotation for emergency care services when necessary.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Education
M.D. - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
School of Medical Sciences
Kumasi, Ghana07-2012
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
School of Medical Sciences, KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana06-2009
Skills
- Clinical Research
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Reviewing procedures
- Working with consultants
- Healthcare regulations
- Providing education
- Emergency Management
- Medical record-keeping
- Critical Care
- Diagnosing patients
- Internal Medicine
- Strategic Planning
Languages
English
First Language
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Resident Medical Officer
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Senior Medical Officer
Ghana health Services
09.2018 - 09.2021
Junior Medical Officer
Ghana health Services
09.2015 - 09.2018
M.D. - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
School of Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
School of Medical Sciences, KNUST
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