Nii Akwetey Telfer
Physician Assistant
Kumasi,Ashanti Region
Summary
Competent and Experienced Physician Assistant with four years of experience in primary care, internal medicine, preventive care, pediatrics, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology and emergency medicine with Well-developed skill in patient observation, assessment and examination.
Physician Assistant with passion for health, wellness and dditional expertise in nutritional counseling and diabetes management.
- Highly skilled Primary Care Practitioner with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. Looking for new opportunity for growth as Physician Assistant. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver. Self-starter and proficient multitasker. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Physician Assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Physician Assistant
Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Hospital
Effiduase- Asokore
11.2021 - Current
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations and infection management.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and Type services.
- Conducted rounds in hospitals and nursing homes to check on admitted patients and provide care.
- Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Made tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
- Skillfully supported physicians during basic and invasive medical procedures.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
Physician Assistant
Rophi Hospital
Kumasi
06.2021 - 12.2022
Physician Assistant Intern
Manhyia District Hospital
Kumasi
04.2020 - 05.2021
Physician Assistant Student
The University Hospital - KNUST
Kumasi
05.2016 - 07.2016
Physician Assistant Student
Kintampo Municipal Hospital
Kintampo
12.2014 - 02.2015
Education
BSc Physician Assistantship - Medicine And Health
College of Health And Well - Being
Kintampo - Ghana 09.2014 - 06.2018
West African Secondary School Certificate Examinat - High School
Techiman Senior High School
Techiman - Ghana 09.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
Hospital consultations
Discharge summaries
Assessing pathophysiology
Internal Medicine
Differential diagnoses
Case management
Educating patients
Managing prescription refills
Electronic Medical Records
Incisions and drainage
Working with specialists
Laceration Repair
Evaluating culture results
Diagnosing conditions
Interpreting radiology results
Postoperative evaluations
Patient Assessments
Completing examinations
Interpreting images
Obstetrics and gynecology
Interpreting laboratory results
Patient Management
Point of care testing
Preventive care
Medical Records Management
Office consultations
Fluent in [English]
Staff education and training
Performing procedures
Triage
Orthopedics
Certification
Certificate of Permanent Registration as Physician Assistant
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
CPD - Sickle Cell Disease Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestation in Children and Adolescent
12-2022
Physician Assistant
Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Hospital
11.2021 - Current
WHO sponsored CPD - Key Definitions of Maternal Death Surveillance and Report
11-2021
Ghana Pediatric Nursing Education Paternship - Covid - 19 Vaccines in Ghana - Communication and Behavior Change
11-2021
Physician Assistant
Rophi Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2022
Certificate of Permanent Registration as Physician Assistant
05-2021
Physician Assistant Intern
Manhyia District Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2021
Physician Assistant Student
The University Hospital - KNUST
05.2016 - 07.2016
Physician Assistant Student
Kintampo Municipal Hospital
12.2014 - 02.2015
BSc Physician Assistantship - Medicine And Health
College of Health And Well - Being
09.2014 - 06.2018
West African Secondary School Certificate Examinat - High School
Techiman Senior High School
09.2010 - 06.2013