Physiotherapy lecturer with over 8 years of experience in delivering quality education for future healthcare professionals. Expertise in designing curriculum, conducting lectures, and evaluating student performance. Skilled in utilizing innovative teaching methods to engage students and enhance learning outcomes. Strong background in clinical practice and research, providing students with practical knowledge and skills. Committed to promoting excellence in medical education.
Hi, I’m
James Okuku
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kenya Medical Training College
Part Time Lecturer
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Teaching at the KMTC-Homa Bay Campus and assessing students for CATs, End of Semester Examinations and in FQEs.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Adapted quickly to shifting educational landscapes during remote learning periods especially during COVID-19 pandemic, leveraging digital tools to engage students via virtual platforms while maintaining a high level of academic rigor.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
- Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives and achieve student-centered learning..
Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital
Clinical Physiotherapist
07.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Students Clinical Mentor: Bedside teaching of students.
- Reduce recovery times of patients by utilizing evidence-based practices in the delivery of physiotherapy services.
- Evaluate and adjust treatment plans of patients based on progress for maximum benefit.
- Included students in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex conditions.
- Incorporated students to promote patient self-management through education about injury prevention, proper body mechanics, and home exercise programs.
- Taught students how to record patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts and to remain involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
- Assisted students to interpret results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay informed of advancements in physiotherapy practice and improve service delivery.
Education
Kenya Medical Training College
Higher National Diploma-On Going from Neuro-Rehabilitation
03.2024
University Overview
Kenya Medical Training College
Higher National Diploma from Medical Education
12.2018
University Overview
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma from Physiotherapy
12.2011
University Overview
Skills
- Computer packages
- Leadership
- Curriculum development
- Teaching, assessing and Evaluation
- Communication skills
- Research knowledge
- Student mentorship
- Clinical experience
- Public speaking
- Anatomy expertise
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Instructed over 46 students per class per year from 2018 to date.
- Taught 3 classes per semester and supervised students across departments in research.
- Received and maintain 85% positive rating from students.
- Improved student outcomes 95%.
- Inspired students to pursue careers in specialties like Neuro-Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Manual Therapy.
- Clinical instructor of students and a leader of various groups.
Languages
Dholuo, English and Kiswahili
Native language
Hobbies
Hobbies
Teaching
Mentoring
Travelling
Timeline
Part Time Lecturer
Kenya Medical Training College
09.2018 - Current
Clinical Physiotherapist
Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital
07.2015 - Current
Kenya Medical Training College
Higher National Diploma-On Going from Neuro-Rehabilitation
Kenya Medical Training College
Higher National Diploma from Medical Education
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma from Physiotherapy
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