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OLAWALE OLUWADAMILOLA AJAYI

JACKSONVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA

Summary

Results-focused physician with 10 years hospital and field-based research experience, driven to delivering best clinical and research practices.

A seasoned general practicitioner with a decade of experience in building robust administrative and healthcare delivery systems and driving clinical quality improvement also having passion for preventing communicable and non-communicable diseases, protecting against infectious and non-infectious diseases. Demonstrates a high level of clinical skills in the diagnosis and management of emergency and non-emergency cases. Proven ability to handle cases independently from beginning to end and obtain impactful results. Special dedication to helping in emergency to prevent disease outbreak and infection spread, while collecting and interpreting data for research purposes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Officer/Physician

LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT - Orile Agege General Hospital
Agege, Lagos State, Nigeria
11.2018 - 12.2021

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Took detailed medical history and identified the cause and course of disease conditions for the purpose of making medical diagnosis
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited clinical signs in assessing health and identifying conditions as well as making medical diagnosis
  • Wrote medical prescriptions, detailing side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert of potential issues
  • Performed weekly and monthly clinical presentations (Continuous Medical Education) and other quality improvements activities
  • Had daily ward-rounds for the assessment and review of in-patients’
  • Ran daily clinic for outpatients and admitted those who require it into the hospital for proper management
  • Interpreted medical test results for the purpose of making accurate diagnosis and also to improve management of patients
  • Triaged and promptly managed all patients who needed emergency care with the application of the triaging color codes in the ER
  • Demonstrated care and compassion in explaining diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options to patients and family members/care givers
  • Promptly managed patients’ grievances and appropriately reported incidents following the right chain of command
  • Managed patients with acute pain using the pain score model
  • Shadowed attending physicians and surgeons during complex and invasive procedures to gain greater understanding of technique
  • Performed medical care under guidance of an attending physician
  • Endorsed changes in diet and suggested fitness activities to improve overall health and keep patients in better shape
  • Administered high level of care to patients through active listening and open-ended questioning
  • Consulted with surgeons to discuss patient needs, risks and strategies to prevent degeneration of condition.
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
  • Drove significant improvement in achievement of goals related to health, safety and employee relations.
  • Aligned room and treatment procedures with overall regulations to deliver high quality of patient care.
  • Promptly completed patient referrals to other medical specialists and to other tertiary health facilities.


  • PROCEDURES
  • IV cannula insertion
  • Suturing lacerations
  • Urinary catheterization
  • NG tube insertion
  • Surgical drain insertion
  • Incision and drainage
  • Excision biopsy
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Femoral tap
  • Peritoneal fluid tap
  • Pleural fluid tap
  • IV drug infusion
  • IV fluid therapy
  • Phlebotomy



  • Method of documentation-Paper and Electronic Medical Record

Research Assistant

College of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
05.2018 - 11.2018
  • JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Engaged in epidemiological surveys, Biostatistics, Research, Health Data analysis, Population based health data management, Disease/Outbreak Surveillance, Administering Questionnaires for data extraction
  • Attended Public health symposiums and presentations and talks on the cause, transmission and prevention of infectious diseases, Ebola, Lassa and Malaria
  • Collaborated with the leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests
  • Conducted meticulous research to identify information and answer multifaceted questions
  • Summarized search results by preparing written reports, graphs, fact sheets and tables
  • Developed macros, special formulas and other actions to produce reliable and consistent statistical reviews.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original correspondence and reports.
  • Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
  • Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
  • Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
  • Organized participant-informed consent waivers and research scope documentation.
  • Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies.

Medical Officer/Physician

LAGOON HOSPITALS
Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria
09.2015 - 05.2018

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Took detailed medical history and identified the cause and course of disease conditions for the purpose of making medical diagnosis
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited clinical signs in assessing health and identifying conditions as well as making medical diagnosis
  • Maintained complete and accurate documentation of patients’ encounters using the EMR
  • Wrote medical prescriptions, detailing side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert of potential issues
  • Maintained confidentiality and impartiality
  • Carried out pre-employment assessment of clients and wrote medical reports when required
  • Liaised with consultants and specialists on patients’ medical condition and refer specialist cases to appropriate specialist clinics
  • Kept up to date with medical development, new drugs, treatment and medication using the SBAR tool
  • Promptly managed patients’ grievances appropriately reported patient’s condition through right chain of command
  • Complied with the use of Standard Operating Procedures and practices using the JCI accreditation standards
  • Performed weekly clinical presentations (Continuous Medical Education) in the hospital and organized clinical meetings for academic purpose
  • Had daily ward-rounds, under close supervision of consultants and specialists, for the purpose of in-patients’ assessment and continuous review
  • Ran daily clinic for outpatients and admitted those who require it into the hospital for proper management
  • Interpreted medical test results for the purpose of making accurate diagnosis and better management of patients
  • Triaged and promptly managed all patients who needed emergency care with the application of the triaging color codes in the ER
  • Demonstrated care and compassion in explaining diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options to patients and family members/care givers
  • Managed patients with acute pain using the pain score model
  • Shadowed attending physicians and surgeons during complex and invasive procedures to gain greater understanding of technique
  • Performed medical care under guidance of an attending physician
  • Endorsed changes in diet and suggested fitness activities to improve overall health and keep patients in better shape
  • Administered high level of care to patients though active listening, open-ended questioning and
  • Consulted with surgeons to discuss patient needs, risks and protective strategies to prevent degeneration of conditions.
  • Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
  • Drove significant improvement in achievement of goals related to health, safety and employee relations.
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.




  • PROCEDURES
  • IV cannula insertion
  • Suturing lacerations
  • Urinary catheterization
  • NG tube insertion
  • Surgical drain insertion
  • Incision and drainage
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Femoral tap
  • Pleural fluid tap
  • IV drug infusion
  • IV fluid therapy
  • Phlebotomy



  • Method of documentation-Electronic Medical Record


Medical Officer

NYSC – ECWA Hospital
Omu Aran, Nigeria
08.2014 - 07.2015

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provided primary health care services to the members of the communities in the Local Government and beyond
  • Supervised Primary Health care activities such as immunizations, disease prevention and control
  • Sent a monthly report to the supervisor for health in the Local Government Area
  • Devised plans to drive achievement of goals related to health, safety and employee relations
  • Led a diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care, new business development and patient relations
  • Defined medical and administrative best practices by writing policies and Standard Operating procedures
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes
  • Public Health education and talks on the cause, transmission and prevention of infectious diseases.




  • PROCEDURES
  • IV cannula insertion
  • Suturing lacerations
  • Urinary catheterization
  • NG tube insertion
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Femoral tap
  • IV drug infusion
  • IV fluid therapy
  • Incision and drainage
  • Phlebotomy




  • Method of documentation-Paper

Medical Intern

Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital, Wesley Guild Hospital
Ilesa, Osun State, Nigeria.
06.2013 - 05.2014

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRESPONSIBILITIES

  • Strong understanding of cause, transmission and prevention of infectious diseases
  • Leveraged expertise to assist in infection control and proper use of PPEs
  • Critical care in the ER with strong medical and surgical experience
  • Ordering and interpretation of routine medical tests ECG, X-Rays, CBC, CT scans, Urinalysis, Screening for diabetes, HbA1C, Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), Electrocardiograph, TB screening (Sputum AFB, Sputum Gene X pert) Urine MCS
  • Changed wound dressings, removed stitches and collected lab samples
  • Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression
  • Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring
  • Responded to medical emergencies to resuscitate and stabilize patients
  • Applied classroom learning by directly caring for patients with acute concerns and chronic conditions
  • Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings
  • Developed knowledge in the management of clinical conditions such as Diabetes, Hypertension, Kidney diseases by attending frequent talks from facility specialists
  • Assisted with research projects by compiling and organizing medical data from reports and patient interviews
  • Collaborated with the treatment team to implement optimal protocols
  • Collected data on patients, including labs and test results
  • Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.




  • PROCEDURES
  • IV cannula insertion
  • Suturing lacerations
  • Urinary catheterization
  • NG tube insertion
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Femoral tap
  • IV drug infusion
  • IV fluid therapy
  • Phlebotomy




  • Method of documentation-Paper and Electronic Medical Record

Education

Covid-19 Training For HealthCare Workers - Public Health

Stanford University
Stanford, CA
02.2022

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ilesa, Osun State
Nigeria
08.2012

Ordinary National Diploma - Food Sciences And Technology

Yaba College of Technology,
Lagos Nigeria
07.2004

West Africa Secondary School Certificate -

Federal Government College, Ijanikin
Lagos, Nigeria
07.2000

Skills

  • Effective Communication skills
  • Maintaining effective working relationships
  • Clinical documentation skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Entry and interpretation of data
  • Proficient in written and spoken English
  • Good Organizational skills
  • Infectious Disease Surveillance
  • Good Clerical Skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Patient Interviews
  • Patient Health Education
  • Emergency Medical Care
  • Patient Records Administration
  • Operational Standards
  • Employee Relations
  • Clinical Quality Improvement
  • Quality Assurance Reviews
  • Organizational Goal Development
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Medical Programs Implementation

Affiliations

American Red Cross Volunteer (2022)

Certification

  • Basic Life Support, [American Heart Association] - February 2022 to February 2024
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, [American Heart Association] - November 2021 to November 2022

Additional Information

REFERENCE

1. Dr Izuka Uruabia Prisca

Head of Department,

Department of Internal Medicine,

Orile Agege General Hospital,

Lagos State, Nigeria.

Email: priscsaizuka@hotmail.com

Phone: +234-8037144487


2. Olufemi Ogunyemi

Immunization Surveillance Epidemiologist

State of Oregon., USA

Email: femmalden@yahoo.com

Phone: +1 (713) 245-0692


3. Victoria Olajide

Registered Nurse

Vidant Health,

Kenansville, 28349 North Carolina.

Email:vicola200834@yahoo.com

Phone: +1 (252) 531-3526

Timeline

Medical Officer/Physician

LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT - Orile Agege General Hospital
11.2018 - 12.2021

Research Assistant

College of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
05.2018 - 11.2018

Medical Officer/Physician

LAGOON HOSPITALS
09.2015 - 05.2018

Medical Officer

NYSC – ECWA Hospital
08.2014 - 07.2015

Medical Intern

Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital, Wesley Guild Hospital
06.2013 - 05.2014

Covid-19 Training For HealthCare Workers - Public Health

Stanford University

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ilesa, Osun State

Ordinary National Diploma - Food Sciences And Technology

Yaba College of Technology,

West Africa Secondary School Certificate -

Federal Government College, Ijanikin
  • Basic Life Support, [American Heart Association] - February 2022 to February 2024
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, [American Heart Association] - November 2021 to November 2022
OLAWALE OLUWADAMILOLA AJAYI