Paul Afrifa
Mampong
Summary
Dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician at Mampong Government Hospital, I leveraged my expertise in conducting precise Type tests and optimizing laboratory workflows, enhancing patient diagnosis accuracy. Skilled in feeding assistance and demonstrating exceptional emotional resilience, I contributed to a culture of continuous improvement and compassionate care, impacting patient outcomes positively.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Assistant
Gifted Hands Homecare
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Mitigated patient-care risks with regular equipment safety checks.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by helping patients perform prescribed exercises and follow personalized therapy plans.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Care Assistant
Bestway Homecare
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Mitigated patient-care risks with regular equipment safety checks.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by helping patients perform prescribed exercises and follow personalized therapy plans.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Care Assistant
Nyame Tumiso Homecare
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by helping patients perform prescribed exercises and follow personalized therapy plans.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Mampong Government Hospital
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and reducing turnaround times.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for conducting various types of lab tests while emphasizing accuracy.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Increased overall lab productivity by optimizing work schedules, prioritizing tasks, and minimizing downtime.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory agencies through thorough documentation of laboratory processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide critical input on clinical decisions, based on test results.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating laboratory policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and enforcing proper waste disposal procedures.
- Aided in the development of new laboratory tests, contributing expertise in methodology selection and validation efforts.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by monitoring inventory levels, reducing waste, and negotiating better supplier contracts.
- Upgraded laboratory information systems, enhancing data management and access for all stakeholders.
- Participated in interdepartmental meetings to discuss and plan for patient care improvements.
- Played key role in laboratory accreditation process, ensuring compliance with national standards.
- Optimized inventory management to ensure availability of necessary supplies without overstocking.
- Conducted complex biochemical tests to support diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
- Contributed to public health awareness by participating in community health screening programs.
- Maintained high-quality standards by adhering to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Improved patient diagnosis with meticulous execution of hematological tests.
- Reduced turnaround time for critical tests by optimizing laboratory workflows.
- Facilitated team-oriented environment, fostering collaboration and efficient workflow among technicians.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency with implementation of streamlined specimen processing protocols.
- Advocated for adoption of environmentally sustainable laboratory practices, reducing waste and energy consumption.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop customized testing protocols for rare conditions.
- Streamlined test result reporting processes, ensuring timely delivery to healthcare professionals.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Assisted in development of new laboratory testing methods, contributing to advances in diagnostic techniques.
- Ensured integrity and confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing laboratory tests.
- Enhanced team knowledge by contributing to training sessions on new techniques and technologies.
- Supported research projects by providing precise and reliable laboratory data.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
- Consulted with outside professionals and specialists about tests and testing results.
- Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
- Assessed new protocols and equipment for relevance and helped implement chosen updates.
- Specialized in conducting Type tests with accuracy and precision.
Education
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Medical Laboratory Technology
Kumasi Technical University
Kumasi07.2019
West Africa Secondary School Certificate - General Science
Kumasi Senior High Technical School
Kumasi06.2013
Skills
- Feeding assistance
- Compassionate care
- Mobility assistance
- Client confidentiality
- Dementia care
- Toileting support
- End-of-life care
- Emotional resilience
- Personal care assistance
Certification
Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2)
Basic Life Support (Theory)
Equality, Diversity & LGBTQ+
Fire Safety
Safeguarding Adult L1&2(Adult Support& Protection)
Moving and Handling Theory (L1&L2)
Mental Capacity
Information Governance, Data Protection & GDPR
Health, Safety and Welfare (Inc COACH & RIDDOR)
First Aid
Pathway to Care Programm: Module J-Wellbeing
Pathway to Care Programme: Module I- End of Life Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module K-Personal Development
Pathway to Care Programme: Module I- End of Life Care
Pathway to Care Programme: Module H- Supporting with Sleep and Bed Rest
Pathway to Care programme: Module G-Mobility and Falls
Pathway to Care programme: Module F-Continence Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module E-Nutrition/Hydration
Pathway to Care programme: Module D-Personal Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module C-Communication
Pathway to Care programme:Module B-The 6 C's of Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module A- Adult Social Care
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Care Assistant
Gifted Hands Homecare
02.2024 - Current
Care Assistant
Bestway Homecare
01.2022 - 02.2024
Care Assistant
Nyame Tumiso Homecare
01.2020 - 01.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
Mampong Government Hospital
09.2019 - 08.2020
Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2)
Basic Life Support (Theory)
Equality, Diversity & LGBTQ+
Fire Safety
Safeguarding Adult L1&2(Adult Support& Protection)
Moving and Handling Theory (L1&L2)
Mental Capacity
Information Governance, Data Protection & GDPR
Health, Safety and Welfare (Inc COACH & RIDDOR)
First Aid
Pathway to Care Programm: Module J-Wellbeing
Pathway to Care Programme: Module I- End of Life Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module K-Personal Development
Pathway to Care Programme: Module I- End of Life Care
Pathway to Care Programme: Module H- Supporting with Sleep and Bed Rest
Pathway to Care programme: Module G-Mobility and Falls
Pathway to Care programme: Module F-Continence Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module E-Nutrition/Hydration
Pathway to Care programme: Module D-Personal Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module C-Communication
Pathway to Care programme:Module B-The 6 C's of Care
Pathway to Care programme: Module A- Adult Social Care
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Medical Laboratory Technology
Kumasi Technical University
West Africa Secondary School Certificate - General Science
Kumasi Senior High Technical School
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