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Thelma Essilfie

@thelmaessilfie

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Public health clinician skilled in policy, operations, and program coordination.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role in public health or international development where I can lead program coordination, support governance and quality improvement, use data for decision-making, and continue professional growth in a collaborative, mission-driven team.

I am a versatile healthcare professional with 7+ years' experience in pediatric medicine, clinical management, and health-system operations, focused on improving organizational effectiveness in mission-driven organizations.

I have led multidisciplinary team coordination, adoption of digital tools, and the design of protocols for reporting and minute-taking that support senior management and board-level decision-making. I also draft policy briefs and operational documents translating clinical findings into actionable recommendations.

I bring strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, EHRs and Canva, and ongoing study in international public health (MSc). I seek roles where I can support governance, quality delivery, and systems strengthening.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Medical Officer

Current

Coy Paediatrics Practice

Jun 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings, implemented digital tools for communication and reporting, and drafted policy briefs and protocols to improve clinical decision-making and operational quality.

Clinical Management Meeting Coordination Policy Briefing Digital Tools Minute Taking Reporting Quality Assurance

Senior House Officer

Greater Accra Regional Hospital

Oct 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year)

Coordinated interdisciplinary case meetings and implemented quality improvement initiatives that reduced avoidable readmissions through documented follow-ups and process changes.

Clinical Coordination Quality Improvement Case Documentation Patient Safety Data Reporting Audit Support

House Officer

37 Military Hospital

Oct 2018 - Oct 2019 (1 year)

Delivered evidence-based health education and community engagement campaigns, and supported administrative data management for audits and program monitoring.

Health Education Community Engagement Data Management Administrative Support Monitoring Report Writing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Liverpool John Moores University

Master of Science, International Public Health

2023 -

Master of Science in International Public Health with focus on global health policy, systems strengthening, and communication strategies; dissertation ongoing.