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Obiri David
Physiotherapist
Accra-North
Summary
Accomplished Physiotherapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physiotherapist
Korle-bu teaching hospital
1 2021 - Current
- Assessment and treatment of paediatric neurological and orthopaedic conditions in the outpatient unit
- Assessment and treatment of paediatric conditions at the inpatient department
- Implementation of the use of outcome measures
- Monthly statistics of both inpatient and outpatient units
- Provision of assistive devices when needed
- Treatment of patients at the paediatrics surgical unit.
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy Outreach Clinic
06.2017 - Current
- Create awareness about physiotherapy and the roles we play in the healthcare system
- Educating clients on posture, ergonomics, work-related musculoskeletal injuries and ways to stay healthy and prevent physical injuries
- Screening clients for possible conditions
- Education and also treating various injuries, and disabilities and providing assistive devices when needed.
Lead physiotherapist
Raphal Medical Centre
02.2019 - 12.2021
- General consultation and assessment of physiotherapy cases
- Assessment and treatment of back cases
- Orthopaedic and neurological pediatric assessment and treatment using evidence-based practice
- Assessment and treatment of orthopaedic cases
- Engage in patient education
- Assessment and treatment of sports injuries.
Physiotherapist
Wellink Physiotherapy services
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Assessment and treatment of orthopaedic, paediatric, neurological, and back pain cases using evidence-based practice
- Provide appropriate statistics every month
- Specialized pediatric care for cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy and other pediatric neurological and orthopaedic clinics
- Specialized stroke rehabilitation program
- Back pain clinic
- Geriatric care and treatment
- Engage in patient education
- Supervise physiotherapy assistants/technicians to perform their duties.
Physiotherapist
Regional physiotherapy and sports clinic
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Perform examinations and assessments using clinical reasoning skills
- Assess sports injuries and treat them using evidence-based practice
- Massage therapy for pain management
- Assessment and treatment of back pain
- Neurological assessment and treatment.
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Eastern Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Volunteer work as a Physiotherapist.
Physiotherapist
Eastern Regional Hospital
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Perform examinations and assessments using clinical reasoning skills
- Adopt a client-centred treatment approach and plan and formulate physiotherapy treatment interventions
- Evaluate patients' progress and alter treatment protocols where required
- Assessing and treating patients in various wards (Surgical unit, Male and Female medical ward, Neonatal Intensive care unit, Emergence ward, Prenatal and Gynecological ward, Pediatric unit and Isolation ward).
Education
BSc Physiotherapy -
University of Ghana, Legon
01.2013 - 05.2017
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Abuakwa State College
01.2009 - 05.2013
Basic Education Certificate Examination - undefined
Emelia Memorial Academy
Skills
- Pain Management Techniques
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Patient education and counseling
- Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Sports Injury Management
- Gait Analysis and Training
Brief Profile
I am a proactive, dedicated team player with good interpersonal skills and flexible traits.
References
- Prof.Jonathan Quartey, Head of Physiotherapy Department, University of Ghana., 0208555337
- Prof. Adjediran Idowu Bello, Former Head of the Physiotherapy Department, University of Ghana, 0237721550
- Mr. James Amidu, Head of Physiotherapy Department, Eastern Regional Hospital., 0209378543/0244786892
- Mr. Samuel W.K. Otto, Former President GPA, Physical therapist, Nyaho clinic., 0546227458
Training
- Certificate training in kinesiotaping by the Kinesiology University
- Mental health training by the Ghana Mental Health Council
- Intensive care training by the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital surgical ICU team
- Parkinson's training by the Ghana Physiotherapy Association.
- Pelvic floor training by the World Physiotherapy Association
- Hand therapy by the burns and plastics.
Interests
Studying human anatomy
Sports
Timeline
Lead physiotherapist
Raphal Medical Centre
02.2019 - 12.2021
Physiotherapist
Wellink Physiotherapy services
01.2019 - 12.2021
Physiotherapist
Regional physiotherapy and sports clinic
08.2018 - 12.2018
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Eastern Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2018
Physiotherapist
Eastern Regional Hospital
10.2017 - 08.2018
Volunteer Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy Outreach Clinic
06.2017 - Current
BSc Physiotherapy -
University of Ghana, Legon
01.2013 - 05.2017
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Abuakwa State College
01.2009 - 05.2013
Physiotherapist
Korle-bu teaching hospital
1 2021 - Current
Basic Education Certificate Examination - undefined
Emelia Memorial Academy
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