Tesfahun Kelkay
Public Health
Bahir Dar,AM
Summary
Dynamic Monitoring and Evaluation Officer with a proven track record at Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau, excelling in data analysis and capacity building. Developed innovative monitoring tools, enhancing project outcomes and compliance. Skilled in report writing and stakeholder collaboration, driving evidence-based decision-making and optimizing performance metrics for impactful program improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau/CDC_E
01.2020 - Current
- Developed comprehensive monitoring tools to track project progress and outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
- Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
- Communicated key findings to decision-makers, influencing strategic direction based on evidence-based analysis.
- Contributed to project planning efforts with a focus on realistic objectives and achievable targets.
- Provided relevant training to staff members on effective data management techniques.
- Reviewed existing monitoring systems, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Facilitated cross-functional teams in identifying opportunities for process improvement within the organization''s monitoring framework.
- Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
- Led capacity building initiatives, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness in monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Utilized various software platforms to analyze data trends, generating actionable recommendations for program improvements.
- Participated in external evaluations, providing valuable input into third-party assessments of program impact.
- Supported the design of program interventions, informed by data-driven insights.
- Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for addressing identified gaps in performance metrics.
Data Analyst
Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy, resulting in better-informed decisions.
- Provided actionable insights through comprehensive reports and dashboards, supporting strategic initiatives.
- Reduced data redundancy with effective data modeling, ensuring optimal use of storage resources.
- Collaborated with IT to ensure data security measures were in place, safeguarding sensitive information.
- Improved data visualization techniques, making insights more accessible to non-technical stakeholders.
- Leveraged advanced analytics to identify trends, enabling proactive business strategy adjustments.
- Optimized data collection methods to enhance quality and volume of data captured for analysis.
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis to support strategic planning, leading to more informed decision-making.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
- Created data models to support decision-making processes.
Health Information Management Technician
Amhara National Regional Regional Health Bureau
10.2013 - 10.2018
- Participated in cross-functional committees or workgroups focused on improving overall quality and efficiency within the healthcare organization related to health information management processes.
- Successfully completed data requests for research studies or organizational reporting needs without compromising patient confidentiality or privacy regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop strategies for improving the quality of health information management systems.
- Contributed to the development of policies and procedures for health information management department operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices were adhered to consistently.
- Maintained an organized filing system for easy retrieval of medical records, adhering to strict retention policies as outlined by regulatory guidelines.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries from patients, insurance companies, and other stakeholders regarding medical records issues.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in coding diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes.
- Collaborated with IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues within health information management systems, ensuring minimal downtime and disruptions to patient care operations.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately recording and maintaining health information data.
- Assisted healthcare providers with EHR navigation issues, providing technical support when needed for optimal workflow functionality.
- Reduced errors in medical records by implementing a thorough review process and providing staff training on documentation practices.
- Managed various projects within the department aimed at enhancing workflows, optimizing storage solutions, or updating software applications related to health information management systems.
- Improved efficiency in handling release of information requests by developing an organized tracking system for prompt processing and response times.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to address concerns or discrepancies in medical records.
- Supported revenue cycle management efforts through accurate coding practices that ensured timely reimbursement from insurance providers.
- Assisted in conducting internal audits on medical records, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and nursing staff to improve quality of patient records documentation.
- Participated in committees to discuss electronic health records and methods to improve overall workflows.
- Conducted education and training activities for physicians, nursing staff and administrative personnel.
- Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.
- Secured confidential patient information from unauthorized access.
- Performed regular quality and validation assessments on patient data to verify accuracy.
- Coded and abstracted medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines.
- Conducted quality improvement and customer satisfaction surveys to evaluate patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
GAMBY MED MEDICAL & BUSSINESS COLLEAGE
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia08-2022
Skills
- Data collection
- Report writing
- Capacity building
- Data analysis
- Performance tracking
- Survey design
- Training facilitation
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Evaluation design
- Monitoring frameworks
- Training development
- Performance monitoring
- Tool development
- Indicator development
- Results-based management
- System assessment
- Budget monitoring
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- Deployment of EMR_ART Training - one month
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau/CDC_E
01.2020 - Current
Data Analyst
Amhara National Regional State Health Bureau
11.2018 - 12.2020
Health Information Management Technician
Amhara National Regional Regional Health Bureau
10.2013 - 10.2018
Master of Science - Public Health
GAMBY MED MEDICAL & BUSSINESS COLLEAGE
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