Absalom Achola
@absalomachola
Compassionate clinical officer dedicated to improving patient care.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated clinical officer with a diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery, committed to enhancing patient care and health outcomes. My experience spans various medical settings, including inpatient departments and outpatient clinics, where I have honed my skills in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
Throughout my career, I have been actively involved in training patients, implementing treatment plans, and performing essential bedside procedures. My work at MEIMS Medical Centre and Samaritan Medical Services has equipped me with the ability to manage both communicable and non-communicable diseases effectively, while also providing counseling on preventive health measures.
I thrive in collaborative environments and am passionate about continuous learning and professional development. My goal is to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute positively to healthcare delivery and patient education.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Medical Officer
MEIMS Medical Centre
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Responsible for training patients, implementing treatment plans, taking medical histories, performing bedside procedures, and managing non-communicable conditions. Provided counseling on preventive measures for HIV and managed opportunistic infections.
Medical Officer
Samaritan Medical Services
Sep 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 4 months)
Trained patients and implemented medically sound treatment plans. Conducted medical histories, performed bedside procedures, and managed non-communicable conditions while providing counseling on HIV prevention.
Intern
PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
Jul 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year)
Worked in various inpatient departments, ensuring complete medical histories were updated, presenting cases to consultants, and managing medical emergencies. Participated in CMEs and provided care for PLHIV.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery, Clinical Medicine
2017 - 2021
Completed a Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery, gaining essential skills in medical practice, patient care, and clinical procedures.
St. Georges’ Secondary
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2012 - 2015
Achieved the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, focusing on a broad curriculum that prepared for higher education.
Miyare Primary
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2002 - 2011
Completed primary education, laying the foundational skills in literacy and numeracy essential for further education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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