Obed Addo
Birmingham
Summary
Proven Medic with a track record of excellence at the Ministry of Defence, adept in emergency medical response and patient care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and exceptional teamwork, I've significantly enhanced patient outcomes through innovative health initiatives and rigorous medical equipment management. Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient care and efficient resource use.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medic
Ministry of Defence
United Kingdom
03.2019 - Current
- Managed medical supply inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and medications for optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring timely access to vital information for informed decision-making in patient care.
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough medical assessments and developing comprehensive treatment plans.
- Promoted preventive health measures through educational initiatives, including workshops and community outreach programs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Continuously updated personal skills set through professional development courses and training seminars related to emerging trends in medicine.
- Participated in disaster relief efforts as part of a specialized medic team, providing essential assistance during emergencies.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic work environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and implementing appropriate preventive measures.
- Improved community health awareness by organizing and participating in public health campaigns.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, conducting regular audits of medical equipment and inventory.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Contacted medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Performing phlebotomy, audiometry, air crew Medical assessment and Diving medical assessment for service personnels.
Education
Master Of Public Health - Social Sciences
Teesside University
Middlesbrough Medicinae Doctor - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
Sumy State University
Ukraine 07.2015
High School Diploma - General Science. Mathematics. English.Social Study
Kumasi Secondary/ Technical High School
Ghana 09.2006
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Intravenous therapy
- Triage Management
- Advanced Life Support
- Fracture Stabilization
- Hypothermia Treatment
- CPR/AED
- Multi-patient Triage
- Medical equipment usage
- Prehospital Care
- First Aid
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Patient Immobilization
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
- Patient Condition Observation
- Emotional Support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Initial Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Work Coordination
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Oxygen Equipment
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Neurological Assessments
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Venipuncture Procedures
- Rescue equipment use
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Patient Positioning
- Cardiac Defibrillation
- Patient Data Analysis
- Heart Monitoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
Certification
Safeguarding level 2 Certificate
NHS Vaccination Certificate
Mental Health first aid
BLS certificate
Health and safety certificate
Full Driving licence
Languages
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Medic
Ministry of Defence
03.2019 - Current
Master Of Public Health - Social Sciences
Teesside University
Medicinae Doctor - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
Sumy State University
High School Diploma - General Science. Mathematics. English.Social Study
Kumasi Secondary/ Technical High School