Courage Eboigbe
Ikoyi, Lagos,Lagos State
Summary
Polished individual with background comprising several internships and cooperative opportunities. Engaging personality works efficiently on various tasks. Experience as research student with strong desire to learn and gain transferrable knowledge and experience in public health and health policy making with specific interests in Infectious diseases, prevention and control; reproductive and sexual health; maternal, infant and child health; and mental health and mental disorders.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Intern
AIBEF Hospital
Daloa, Cote d'Ivoire
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Worked collaboratively with NGOs in executing community outreach campaigns on HIV/AIDS and Malaria.
- Worked closely with Public Health educators in sensitizing indigenous members of communities on prevention and management of HIV/AIDS and Malaria.
- Participated in data gathering and visualization and analysis to enable health officers make data driven decisions and create policies.
Physician Assistant
Hart Hospital
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Used intake and screening instruments to conduct assessment of needs and to obtain complete medical history.
- Performed venipunctures, injections and various diagnostic procedures throughout clinical rounds.
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management and patient education.
- Educated patients and families on correct administration of pain medications to avoid adverse reactions and over-use.
- Shadowed medical physicians in administrative duties.
- Participated in surgical procedures in surgical theatres.
- Learned certain procedures and techniques [contraceptive implants and use; diagnostic testing; maternal and child care] on-the-job by working closely with matrons and laboratory technologists.
Medical Assistant Intern
Institut Pasteur De Cote D'Ivoire
CHU Coccody, Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Verified confidentiality of patient information and data to alleviate potential data breaches.
- Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
- Gathered statistical information on patient admissions, discharges, births, deaths and treatments administered.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Evaluated person's overall health with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism.
- Integrated nutrition and exercise into lifestyle guidance for patients recovering from serious health conditions such as Covid-19.
- Worked closely with frontline health patriots in combating Covid-19 within the community.
Student Intern
Bonne Sante Hospital
Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Met with patient to make introductions, inquire about needs and offer assistance.
- Counseled female patients on birth control methods, cervical and breast cancer and answered questions or concerns.
- Participated in weekly rotations in Obstetrics and gynecology, surgery, emergency, maternal and child health, and pharmacy units.
- Worked closely with doctors and nurses during surgical procedures and chhild birth.
Student Volunteer
UNIBEN Health Centre
Benin City, Edo, Nigeria
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions and directed individuals to office locations.
- Offered quality clerical support to department personnel.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Questioned customers to better understand needs and best solutions.
- Explained procedures and discussed test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
- Worked closely with nurses in taking care of sick students admitted to the health centre.
- Worked with laboratory technicians in sample collection from students and school staff to run diagnostic tests.
- Learnt new skills and procedures while working closely with cardiovascular physiologist in ECG and Cardiovascular functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
University of Benin
Benin Cit,y Edo State 11.2016 - 09.2021
Skills
Infection prevention
Conflict Resolution
Self-Motivated
Teamwork and Collaboration
First Aid/CPR
Research and analysis
Academic presentations
Project Management
Academic research
Awareness campaigns
Outreach initiatives
Community outreach
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Hart Hospital
08.2020 - 10.2020
Medical Assistant Intern
Institut Pasteur De Cote D'Ivoire
05.2020 - 07.2020
Medical Intern
AIBEF Hospital
03.2020 - 04.2021
Student Intern
Bonne Sante Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2019
Student Volunteer
UNIBEN Health Centre
01.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
University of Benin
11.2016 - 09.2021