EMERICK murithi
@erickmurithi
Dedicated Medical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and compassionate Medical Social Worker and Community Development Officer with over 6 years of experience in providing patient care, psychosocial assessments, and resource coordination in diverse healthcare settings. My expertise lies in developing care plans, facilitating support groups, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Throughout my career, I have managed complex cases, navigated medical systems, and conducted research to advocate for patients' rights. I am committed to improving patients’ well-being through empathetic and holistic support, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive the care and resources they need to thrive.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Medical Social Worker
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Conduct patient interviews to assess psychosocial issues, monitor patient progress, and coordinate care for vulnerable populations. Provide counseling for patients and families, facilitate connections to community resources, and prepare funding proposals and reports.
Community Health Officer
Isiolo Teaching and Referral Hospital
Jun 2021 - Jan 2022 (7 months)
Conducted home visits to reinforce discharge instructions, identified at-risk populations, and facilitated access to support groups. Educated expectant mothers on health and child development and led health promotion outreaches.
Community Health Officer
Tigania West Sub County Hospital
Jan 2021 - Jun 2021 (5 months)
Led research projects on women's health, conducted community education sessions on health risks, and improved the referral process to enhance client satisfaction and reduce wait times.
Community Health Worker
Habaswen District Hospital
Jul 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 5 months)
Developed outreach programs for STD prevention, provided in-home care for patients with chronic conditions, and increased public awareness through proactive assistance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CUChuka University
Masters, Community Development and Extension
2022 -
JUJaramogi Oginga Odinga University
Bachelor's Degree, Community Health and Development
2016 - 2019
Grade: Second Class Honours
Burieruri High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2011 - 2014
Grade: B Plain
Mfariji Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2000 - 2010
Grade: 359 Marks
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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