Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Continuousprofessionaldevelopment
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Awards
Hobbies and Interests
References
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JONATHAN ABROKWAH

JONATHAN ABROKWAH

Duadaso

Summary

An organized and dependable Physician Assistant with general and mental health nursing background who has served with Ghana Health Service for the fifteen years of experience (since 2009). Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals. Proactive physician assistant relied upon to support heavy workloads and deliver smooth patient experiences. Flexible to meet needs of medical professionals, working across multiple areas. Responds quickly to changing situations, performs clinical tasks under supervision (where possible) and maintains positive patient relations. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organization skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

PRINCIPAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
Duadaso
09.2022 - Current
  • Completes basic administrative and clinical tasks to relieve medical professionals of busy workload
  • Effective sub-district management and NOP
  • Coordinates clinical, managerial and public health activities within and without the facility settings
  • Effective financial management including NHIS claims
  • Influence recruitment, training and retention of staff
  • Monitoring and evaluation, performance reviews.

SENIOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
Pusiga
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Delivered effective management and administration of Pusiga Sub-District and Health Centre
  • Conducted and coordinated exceptional public health activities/interventions to prevent and control diseases
  • Conducted facilitative supervision to CHPS zones, monitoring and evaluation within the health and sub-district
  • Influenced some infrastructural development through effective community engagement
  • Trained staff on mental health, health records, disease surveillance and response and health management
  • Conducted minor surgical procedures, ensured safe environment for patients
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical advancements through regular training sessions and seminars
  • Attended to obstetric and gynaecological emergencies effectively
  • Prepared reports meticulously, aiding decision-making process.

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
Pusiga
09.2017 - 07.2021
  • Introduced COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP REVAMPING PROGRAMME (CORP) in Nakom/Zuabulga sub-district leading to an improved community participation and disease surveillance
  • Developed treatment plans by integrating findings from diagnostic tests
  • Mentored Physician Assistant and Nursing/Midwifery students during their clinical rotations, providing educational guidance and support
  • Implemented health education programmes for disease prevention in local communities
  • Conducted operational research to ascertain causes of reduction of 1st trimester ANC visits
  • Managed challenging cases, demonstrating problem-solving skills and resilience under pressure
  • Led ward rounds, ensuring thorough monitoring of patients' progress and necessary adjustments to treatment plans
  • Advocated for patient welfare within the healthcare system to enhance service delivery
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to alleviate symptoms of basic health issues
  • Educated patients and community members about disease prevention and general wellness to boost awareness of public health issues.

SENIOR STAFF NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
Pusiga
02.2013 - 08.2013
  • Established first Mental Health Unit in Pusiga District located in Pusiga Health Centre
  • Collaborated with District Health Management team to manage the district effectively
  • Managed mental health related issues, mental disorders and epilepsy within and outside the district
  • Handled complaints with professionalism to retain clients
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues to facilitate teamwork
  • Served customers promptly and courteously for repeat business
  • Delivered products on time by adhering to schedules closely
  • Prepared reports meticulously, aiding decision-making process.

STAFF NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
Pusiga
04.2010 - 02.2013
  • Helped to sustain first Mental Health Unit in the then Garu/Tempane District located at Garu Prebyterian Health Centre
  • Conducted outreaches to reach mental patients including epileptic patients for health education and treatments
  • Managed mental health related issues, mental disorders and epilepsy within and outside the district
  • Handled complaints with professionalism to retain clients
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues to facilitate teamwork
  • Served customers promptly and courteously for repeat business
  • Delivered products on time by adhering to schedules closely
  • Prepared reports meticulously, aiding decision-making process.

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
Sefwi Asafo
10.2009 - 03.2010
  • Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records
  • Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team
  • Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information
  • Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
Ankaful
04.2009 - 10.2009
  • Managed ward supplies for seamless healthcare delivery
  • Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities for smooth transition from hospital to home environment
  • Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike
  • Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Obiri International School
Bukuruso
08.2004 - 08.2005
  • Encouraged active participation from all students during lessons, enhancing overall learning experience
  • Implemented creative teaching methods for better engagement in the classroom
  • Participated in staff meetings and training programmes to enhance professional development
  • Established open communication channels with parents, ensuring pupil success
  • Collaborated with senior teachers for effective teaching strategies
  • Nurtured an inclusive class atmosphere by addressing individual learning needs
  • Supervised playtimes and extracurricular activities, enforcing school safety rules effectively.

Education

Master of Public Health - Public Health

PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANA
Asante Akyem Agogo
10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Physisician Assistantship

PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANA
Asante Akyem Agogo
05.2022

Community Medicine And Health - Advanced Diploma

COLLEGE OF HEALTH- KINTAMPO
Kintampo, Bono East
01.2015

Diploma - Registered Mental Nursing

Ankaful Nurses Training College
Ankaful, Central Region
08.2008

CERTIFICATE, S.S.S.C.E - AGRIC

JUKWA SECONDARY SCHOOL
JUKWA, Central Region
08.2004

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Patient care
  • Personal care
  • Disease prevention and control
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Leadership
  • Public Relations
  • Inventory management
  • Programme development
  • Accounting
  • Human Resource Management
  • Budget Management
  • Patient health education
  • Patient data confidentiality
  • Insurance claims
  • Infection Control

Continuousprofessionaldevelopment

  • University Of Washington, Unites States Of America, Leadership And Management In Health, Certificate, 03/01/23, 06/01/23
  • Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Monitoring And Evaluation, Certificate, 01/01/24, 02/01/24
  • University of Washington, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Introduction To Epidemiology, Certificate, 01/01/24, 03/01/24
  • Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Advanced research and Academic Publication, Certificate, 04/01/24, 05/01/24
  • Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Public Sector Accounting and Financial Management, Certificate, 06/01/24, 07/01/24

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Twi, Native
  • Kusaal, Elementary

Awards

  • Received a citation of honor from Pusiga District Health Directorate- Disease Control Unit due to exceptional contribution to disease surveillance in the Pusiga District.
  • Received a citation of honor from Staff of Pusiga Sub-district due to exceptional leadership role played to maintain harmony in the sub-district and good performance of the district.

Hobbies and Interests

Listening to music

References

  • Robert Kwaku Bio, District Director of Health Services, Jaman North District, 0246132554, robertkwakubio@gmail.com
  • Martin Kontomah, Registered General Nurse, Duadaso Health Centre, 0542732504, kontomahmartin@gmail.com

Timeline

PRINCIPAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
09.2022 - Current

SENIOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
07.2021 - 07.2022

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

Ministry of Health
09.2017 - 07.2021

SENIOR STAFF NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
02.2013 - 08.2013

STAFF NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
04.2010 - 02.2013

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
10.2009 - 03.2010

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Ministry of Health
04.2009 - 10.2009

ROTATION NURSE (PSY.)

Obiri International School
08.2004 - 08.2005

Master of Public Health - Public Health

PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANA

Bachelor of Science - Physisician Assistantship

PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANA

Community Medicine And Health - Advanced Diploma

COLLEGE OF HEALTH- KINTAMPO

Diploma - Registered Mental Nursing

Ankaful Nurses Training College

CERTIFICATE, S.S.S.C.E - AGRIC

JUKWA SECONDARY SCHOOL

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