Mercy Inkoom
Takoradi
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven Statistician with over 12 years of experience in healthcare data management and analysis, specializing in the collection, interpretation, and reporting of statistical data within a hospital environment. Proven leader with a strong track record of heading statistical units, ensuring data accuracy, and delivering insightful reports to support informed decision-making. Adept at transforming raw data into actionable intelligence to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Statistical Unit
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - Current
- Lead and manage the statistical unit, overseeing all data collection, analysis, and reporting activities for the hospital.
- Develop and implement robust data gathering methodologies from various hospital wards, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
- Conduct in-depth statistical analysis on diverse healthcare datasets, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies to inform clinical and administrative decisions.
- Prepare comprehensive and clear statistical reports, presentations, and dashboards for hospital management, department heads, and medical staff.
- Collaborate with various departments (e.g., Medical Records, Quality Assurance, Clinical Departments) to understand data needs and provide data-driven insights.
- Train and mentor junior statisticians and data entry personnel on best practices in data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and hospital policies regarding data confidentiality and security.
- Contribute to strategic planning by providing statistical projections and impact assessments of new initiatives.
Head of Statistical Unit
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - Current
- Lead and manage the statistical unit, overseeing all data collection, analysis, and reporting activities for the hospital.
- Develop and implement robust data gathering methodologies from various hospital wards, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
- Conduct in-depth statistical analysis on diverse healthcare datasets, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies to inform clinical and administrative decisions.
- Prepare comprehensive and clear statistical reports, presentations, and dashboards for hospital management, department heads, and medical staff.
- Collaborate with various departments (e.g., Medical Records, Quality Assurance, Clinical Departments) to understand data needs and provide data-driven insights.
- Train and mentor junior statisticians and data entry personnel on best practices in data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and hospital policies regarding data confidentiality and security.
- Contribute to strategic planning by providing statistical projections and impact assessments of new initiatives.
Statistician
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2012.01 - Current
- Gathered critical health data from various hospital wards, including patient demographics, treatment outcomes, disease prevalence, and resource utilization.
- Performed statistical analyses using [mention specific software/tools, e.g., SPSS, R, JAVA, Excel] to identify key indicators and support research projects.
- Assisted in the design of data collection tools and surveys to ensure relevant and accurate information capture.
- Translated complex statistical findings into easily understandable narratives and visual representations for non-technical stakeholders.
- Maintained and updated hospital databases, ensuring data quality and accessibility.
- Contributed to the preparation of internal reports and external publications based on data analysis.
Statistician
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2012.01 - Current
- Gathered critical health data from various hospital wards, including patient demographics, treatment outcomes, disease prevalence, and resource utilization.
- Performed statistical analyses using [mention specific software/tools, e.g., SPSS, R, JAVA, Excel] to identify key indicators and support research projects.
- Assisted in the design of data collection tools and surveys to ensure relevant and accurate information capture.
- Translated complex statistical findings into easily understandable narratives and visual representations for non-technical stakeholders.
- Maintained and updated hospital databases, ensuring data quality and accessibility.
- Contributed to the preparation of internal reports and external publications based on data analysis.
Education
BSC - STATISTICS
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI05.2014
HND - STATISTICS
TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
06.2010
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SEKONDI COLLEGE
06.2005
Skills
- SPSS
- R
- Python
- Pandas
- NumPy
- SciPy
- SAS
- Stata
- Excel
- Descriptive Statistics
- Inferential Statistics
- Regression Analysis
- Time Series Analysis
- Hypothesis Testing
- A/B Testing
- Data Visualization
- Data Collection
- Data Cleaning
- Data Validation
- Database Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Tableau
- Electronic Health Records
- Clinical Trials Data
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Training
- Mentoring
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
Hobbies and Interests
- Researching
- Reading
Training
- 2008-04-01, Seminar on Empowering the youth in nation building
- 2008-10-01, Workshop on S.P.S.S, MATLAB, EPI-INFO and STATA
- 2009-03-01, Making difference everywhere you go
- 2009-09-01, Seminar on Your health my concern
- 2009-12-01, Seminar on the youth and the future
References
Stephen Owusu Ansah, Chief Statistician, 0593371692, Father Alan Thomas Memorial Hospital, Asankrangwa
References
Stephen Owusu Ansah, Chief Statistician, 0593371692, Father Alan Thomas Memorial Hospital, Asankrangwa
Timeline
Head of Statistical Unit
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - Current
Head of Statistical Unit
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2018.01 - Current
Statistician
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2012.01 - Current
Statistician
Holy Child Catholic Hospital
2012.01 - Current
BSC - STATISTICS
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
HND - STATISTICS
TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
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SEKONDI COLLEGE