Mary Yaa Acheampomaa Asante
Accra
Summary
Dedicated intern doctor with experience in patient care management and effective communication. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Eager to leverage clinical expertise to contribute to impactful patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
Dar es Salaam
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted in patient examinations and documented medical histories.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to manage patient care effectively.
- Observed and participated in various medical procedures and treatments.
- Supported nurses in administering medications and monitoring patient responses.
- Engaged with patients to provide comfort and address their concerns.
- Attended educational workshops to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with hospital protocols.
- Performed physical examinations, taking vital signs, and administering medications.
- Provided health education to patients on chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or removing skin lesions.
- Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements, or need for intervention.
- Reviewed medical histories of patients prior to appointments.
- Collected specimens for testing including blood samples or urine cultures.
- Attended lectures and conferences related to medicine and healthcare topics.
- Conducted laboratory tests including urinalysis, CBCs, and EKGs.
- Updated patient records pertaining to treatment and care.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Observed physicians during office visits and surgeries for educational purposes.
- Collaborated with specialists to address complex patient cases.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans and providing follow-up care.
- Prepared patients for specific treatments.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines when making decisions about patient care plans.
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to patients under direction of professionals.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations and laws pertaining to healthcare practice.
- Assisted professionals with educating patients and family members on medical conditions and treatment options.
- Facilitated patient check-ins and check-outs.
- Provided support services to families of patients undergoing medical treatments.
- Protected patient information by adhering to HIPAA regulations and implementing data security measures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advances in medicine through continuing education courses.
- Advised patients about diet, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and disease prevention.
- Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Administrative Assistant
National Diabetes center, korle Bu
Accra
08.2014 - 10.2014
- Coordinated maintenance of patient records to ensure data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Tracked office supply inventory and ordered replacements to maintain uninterrupted office operations.
- Supported administrative functions by processing correspondence and documents efficiently.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Assisted in planning special events by arranging catering, securing venues, and ordering promotional materials to enhance event experience.
Lab Assistant
National diabetes center, korle-Bu
Accra
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted in conducting laboratory tests for diabetes research and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate records of samples and test results for ongoing studies.
- Prepared laboratory equipment and materials for experiments and analyses.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe laboratory environment for all staff.
- Collaborated with researchers to support data collection and analysis efforts.
- Organized and cleaned laboratory spaces to maintain compliance with health standards.
- Operated various lab instruments to assist in diabetes-related testing activities.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
- Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
- Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards.
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures.
- Organized and managed inventory of reagents and other materials used in the lab.
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
- Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
Education
M.D - General Medicine
Kharkiv National Medical University
Kharkov,Ukraine06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast,Ghana06-2012
West African Certificate Examination - General Science
Yaa Asantewaa Senior High School
Kumasi,Ghana05-2006
High School Diploma -
New Oxford International School
Kumasi,Ghana04-2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medical documentation
- Clinical procedures
- Electronic health records
- Laboratory testing
- Patient care management
- Healthcare compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Clinical reasoning
- Interpersonal skills
- Catheterization
- Patient preparation
- Ethical practice
- Vital taking
- Maintaining privacy
- Patient rounds
- Interdisciplinary team coordination
- Primary care
- Quality improvement
- Patient counseling
- Wound care
- Surgical skills
- Pharmaceuticals prescription
- Medication administration
- Patient education
Certification
- Gmc registration & license-United Kingdom,2026
Timeline
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021
Administrative Assistant
National Diabetes center, korle Bu
08.2014 - 10.2014
Lab Assistant
National diabetes center, korle-Bu
09.2013 - 08.2014
M.D - General Medicine
Kharkiv National Medical University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Cape Coast
West African Certificate Examination - General Science
Yaa Asantewaa Senior High School
High School Diploma -
New Oxford International School