JONATHAN ABROKWAH
TWIFO MAMPONG,TWIFO PRASO, Central Region
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in leadership, team building, and strategic planning within information technology and health information management. Proficient in health promotion, medical consultation, and public health emergency response, with a strong commitment to patient data confidentiality and clinical care in maternal and child health. Skilled in managing medical emergencies, customer care, inventory management, and financial oversight. Focused on advancing mental health and wellbeing while achieving organizational goals through effective monitoring and evaluation practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
PRINCIPAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (MEDICAL)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
DUADASO HEALTH CENTER, Ghana
2022.09 - 2026.03
- Completes basic administrative and clinical tasks to relieve medical professionals of busy workload
- Influences staff capacity building, good customer care, teamwork and result oriented health facility and sub-district/Networks of Practice management
- Effective collaboration with community stakeholders including faith-based/traditional healers, schools, fun clubs and chemical shops
- Conducts client-satisfaction survey annually to solve pressing issues leading to an increase in OPD per capita from 0.8 to 1.3
- Effective sub-district/Networks of Practice management
- Coordinates clinical, managerial and public health activities within the Health Centre and sub-district/Networks of Practice including wellness clinic and FREE diabetes and hypertension care to all eligible clients
- Attends to obstetric and gynaecological emergencies effectively
- Effective financial management including NHIS claims management leading to reduced audit queries, timely submission of claims and reduction of adjustments from 8-11% in 2022 to 0.3-5%
- Influence recruitment, training and retention of staff for quality health care delivery
- Monitoring and evaluation, performance reviews for decision making.
- Coordinates public health activities including mental health and expanded programme of immunization activities
SENIOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (MEDICAL)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
PUSIGA HEALTH CENTER, Ghana
2021.06 - 2022.08
- Delivered effective management and administration of Pusiga Sub-District and Health Centre
- Coordinated some disease surveillance activities within Pusiga District
- 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/stakeholder engagements
- Trained staff on mental health, health records, disease surveillance and response, and health management,
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations to ensure accurate diagnosis.
- 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)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
NAKOM HEALTH CENTRE, Ghana
2016.09 - 2021.07
- Introduced COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP REVAMPING PROJECT (CORP) in Nakom/Zuabulga sub-district; a six month project that lead to an improved community participation, effective disease surveillance activities placing Pusiga District first in terms of surveillance performance in the region and the Construction of Pialoko CHPS Compound
- Built staff capacity and mentorship
- adequately collaborated with stakeholders for an improved health development
- 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.)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
PUSIGA HEALTH CENTRE, Ghana
2013.01 - 2013.07
- 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
- Effective collaboration with stakeholders including District Assembly through DHD lead to financial supports in the purchase of psychotropic medicines for clients. Collaboration with Basic-Needs, an NGO, lead to the purchase of motorbike and set-up of the unit
- Communicated effectively with colleagues to facilitate teamwork
- Constantly supported clinical care activities
- Prepared reports meticulously, aiding decision-making process.
STAFF NURSE (PSY.)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
GARU HEALTH CENTRE, Ghana
2010.08 - 2013.01
- Helped to sustain first Mental Health Unit in the then Garu/Tempane District located at Garu Presbyterian Health Centre
- Assisted unit head to secure funds from the District Assembly to procure psychotropic medicines to manage the regular shortages
- Conducted outreaches to reach mental patients including epileptic patients for health education and treatments
- Participated in the activities of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) of the disabled, a project by the Presbyterian Church-Ghana where a lot of screening conducted in schools and communities
- Managed mental health related issues, mental disorders and epilepsy within and outside the district
- Submitted self for capacity building and self development
- Assisted unit head to manage the unit and the district in the area of mental health
- Collaborated effectively with the community health volunteers in the neighbouring country (Togo) to manage patients with mental disorders within the neighbouring communities
- collaborated with and formed a network of all faith-based and traditional healers to manage mental patients
- Prepared reports meticulously, aiding decision-making process.
ROTATIONAL NURSE (PSY.)
Ministry of Health
ANKAFUL PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL, Ghana
2009.04 - 2009.10
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records
- Submitted to staff for capacity building
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Conducted psychotherapies and report writing
ROTATIONAL NURSE (PSY.)
Ministry of Health
SAINT JOHN OF GOD HOSPITAL, SEFWI, WESTERN NORTH
2009.11 - 2010.05
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records
- Submitted to staff for capacity building
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Masterminded with colleagues to establish the first emergency unit of the hospital since all emergency cases used to go straight into the wards creating anxiety among patients. Management grabbed the idea and created a space for that purpose
PUPIL TEACHER
OBIRI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
BUKURUSO, TWIFO HEMAN, CENTRAL REGION
2004.10 - 2005.09
- Encouraged active participation from pupil 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 2023.10 - 2024.10
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANATH
Asante Akyem Agogo 2021.08 - 2023.06
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine And Health
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND WELLBEING- KINTAMPO
Kintampo, Bono East 2013.08 - 2015.01
Diploma - Registered Mental Nursing
Ankaful Nurses Training College
Ankaful, Central Region 2005.10 - 2008.06
S.S.S.C.E - AGRIC
Jukwa Secondary School
Jukwa, Central Region 2001.06 - 2004.08
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Information technology and health management
- Strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
- Health promotion and medical consultation
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Public health emergency response
- Medical emergencies response and referral
- Customer care and support
- Inventory and supply management
- Human resource management
- Financial management and claims processing
- Patient data confidentiality
- Clinical care in maternal and child health
- Safety and quality improvement strategies
- Monitoring and evaluation
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Twi, Native
- Kusaal, Elementary
Affiliations
- Listening to music
- Backyard farming
Accomplishments
- GHS excellence award, best leader in Jaman North District
- Best staff award in Pusiga District (certificate)
- Citation of honour from Pusiga District Health Directorate for an exceptional contribution to disease surveillance in the Pusiga District.
- Citation of honour 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 - GHS excellence award, best leader in Jaman North District
Languages
English, Fluent • Twi, Native • Kusaal, Elementary
Fluent
Certification
- GIMPA- Health Administration and Management Training Programme, Certificate, 3rd-28th November, 2025
- University of Ghana- Non-communicable Disease (NC) Epidemiology, Certificate , 15th-19th September, 2025
- GHS- Health System Governance, Leadership and Management for Sib-District Health Managers, Certificate, 18th-23rd May, 2025
- GHS- Financial Management Protocols, Certificate, 05/2024
- Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Monitoring And
Evaluation, Certificate , 08/02/24 - EDMA FOUNDASTION- Management Skills for Health Care Practitioners, Certificate, 20th September, 2024
- University of Washington, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Introduction to
Epidemiology, Certificate , 03/2024 - Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Advanced
research and Academic Publication, Certificate , 10/04/24 - Presbyterian University- Ghana, Abetifi, Eastern Region, Public Sector
Accounting and Financial Management, Certificate , 12/07/24 - University Of Washington, Unites States of America, Leadership And
Management In Health, Certificate, 06/2023 - GPAA/GHS, Upper East- Ghana, Basic Life Support, Management of
Obstetric and Gynaecological Emergencies, Leadership and
Management in Health, Certificate , 22-23/06/2023 - GHS- Rapid Response to Public Health Emergencies, Certificate , 25th-29th March, 2019
- GHS/KOICA- Leadership, Certificate , 6th-10th June, 2017
- BasicNeeds- Alcohol Training, Certificate , 13th-14th August, 2013
References
- Robert Kwaku Bio, District Director of Health Services, Jaman North District, 0246132554, robertkwakubio@gmail.com
- Edem Quao-Yewoenao, Head of Finance, Jaman North District, 0547764624
Timeline
Master of Public Health - Public Health
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANA
2023.10 - 2024.10
PRINCIPAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (MEDICAL)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
2022.09 - 2026.03
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY- GHANATH
2021.08 - 2023.06
SENIOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (MEDICAL)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
2021.06 - 2022.08
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (MEDICAL)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
2016.09 - 2021.07
Advanced Diploma - Community Medicine And Health
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND WELLBEING- KINTAMPO
2013.08 - 2015.01
SENIOR STAFF NURSE (PSY.)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
2013.01 - 2013.07
STAFF NURSE (PSY.)
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE
2010.08 - 2013.01
ROTATIONAL NURSE (PSY.)
Ministry of Health
2009.11 - 2010.05
ROTATIONAL NURSE (PSY.)
Ministry of Health
2009.04 - 2009.10
Diploma - Registered Mental Nursing
Ankaful Nurses Training College
2005.10 - 2008.06
PUPIL TEACHER
OBIRI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
2004.10 - 2005.09
S.S.S.C.E - AGRIC
Jukwa Secondary School
2001.06 - 2004.08