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Sarah Kyerewaa Obiri

Accra

Summary

A dutiful, dedicated and hardworking undergraduate who is more than able to assist in designing research projects and managing nutrition-related issues. Insightful Research Officer known for unmatched productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Excel in data analysis, statistical software use, and research methodology, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all projects. Thrive on critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills to navigate complex research environments and deliver clear, actionable insights.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Research Officer

FOCOS Hospital
Accra
09.2021 - Current
  • PSSG Data Entry Expert.
  • Data Collection and Analysis.
  • Using Excel for data analysis.
  • Obtaining informed consent from patients.
  • Preparation of an abstract for presentation at local and international conferences.
  • Preparation of the manuscript.
  • Research Publication.
  • Weekly, monthly, and annual collation and preparation of reports.
  • Preparing Morbidity and Mortality Reports.
  • Assisting the surgeons in preparing presentations.
  • Preparation of PowerPoint presentations.
  • Quality Assurance Committee member.
  • Quality Coordinator for the Research Department.
  • Ethics Committee member.
  • Infection Prevention and Control Committee member.
  • Taking clinical photos for documentation purposes.

Public Health Officer

Eastern Regional Hospital
Koforidua
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Weekly, monthly, and annual collation of reports.
  • Assisting the public health unit during child welfare clinics.
  • Involved in child health promotion activities (breastfeeding practices, immunization, vitamin A supplementation, and growth monitoring).
  • Providing data support to the medical team during consultations and ward rounds.
  • Follow-ups after the discharge of cases.
  • Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.
  • Collaborated with public relations team to organize and promote education programs and special events.
  • Created educational materials about various topics in public health, such as nutrition or immunization guidelines.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure that best practices are followed when treating patients with communicable illnesses and chronic diseases.
  • Screened clients for variety of health risk factors to make appropriate referrals.
  • Educated community members on disease prevention, vaccines and mental health resources.
  • Spoke with health community workers and members of public about importance of health, prevention, and treatment.

Vocational Training

Jasikan District Health Directorate
Jasikan
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Clinical Data Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Nutritional Assessment
  • Public Health Education
  • Data Entry into DHIMS
  • Report Writing and PowerPoint Preparation

Vocational Training

Kadjebi District Health Directorate
Kadjebi
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • Clinical Data Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Nutritional Assessment
  • Public Health Education

Vocational Training

Krachi East Health Directorate
Krachi East
06.2016 - 07.2016
  • Data Entry
  • Checking of Patients' Vital Signs
  • Report Writing
  • Nutritional Assessment

Education

Bachelor of Public Health -

University of Health and Allied Sciences
Ho, Volta Region, Ghana
05.2019

Skills

  • Research methods
  • Research design
  • Ethical considerations
  • Presentation skills
  • Data entry
  • Data analysis
  • Proficient in Power BI
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Health Administration and Management Systems (HAMS)
  • Health Information System (HIS)
  • Health Management Systems (HMS)
  • Questionnaire design
  • Record keeping
  • MS Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Internet use
  • Statistical Packages (SPSS, Stata)

Certification

  • Professional Certificate (AHPC)
  • Certificate for Essentials of Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety.
  • Certificate for Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety Training.
  • Certificate for Career Boost for Power BI.
  • Business Intelligence Internship Program with PwC Academy Certification.

Summaryskills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Redcap

Power BI 

Statistical packages (SPSS, STATA)

Personal Information

Nationality: Ghanaian

Email: mysligsarah@gmail.com

Mobile: +233 544304576

References

  • Dr. Kwadwo Poku Yankey, Medical Director, FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital, Pantang, Accra, +233244241711, yankeyk@focosgh.com
  • Mr. Derrick Owusu Nyantakyi, Head of Department, Clinical Research Department, FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital, Pantang, Accra, +233547505328, Owusud@focosgh.com
  • Mr. Raymond Larweh, Senior Nutrition officer, Public Health Unit, Eastern Regional Hospital, Koforidua, Eastern Region, +233246713748

Research

The prevalence of childhood undernutrition and its associated factors among children under five in the Krachi East District

Leadership Roles

  • 01/01/13, 12/31/14, House prefect for Scholastica Main Dormitory (St. Louis Senior High)
  • 01/01/17, 12/31/17, Organizer of Ghana Methodist Students' Union

Timeline

Clinical Research Officer

FOCOS Hospital
09.2021 - Current

Public Health Officer

Eastern Regional Hospital
09.2019 - 08.2020

Vocational Training

Jasikan District Health Directorate
07.2018 - 08.2018

Vocational Training

Kadjebi District Health Directorate
06.2017 - 07.2017

Vocational Training

Krachi East Health Directorate
06.2016 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Public Health -

University of Health and Allied Sciences
Sarah Kyerewaa Obiri