Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications
Certification
Languages
Leadership Experience
References
Timeline
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Abubakari Issah

Sunyani

Summary

A proactive, self-motivated and forward-thinking Medical Laboratory Scientist with over 5 years of experience in clinical laboratory settings.

I am a dedicated and adaptable laboratory professional with the ability to learn quickly. Keen to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory department (Full-time)

Municipal Hospital
Sunyani
01.2021 - Current
  • Carry out routine laboratory investigations.
  • Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations accurately and safely.
  • Implement internal Quality Control (QC) measures of technical procedures.
  • Engage in the measurement and monitoring of accuracy and precision of laboratory instruments using appropriate quality control procedures.
  • Undertake the preparation, investigation and reporting of results following examination of specimens.
  • Undertake laboratory technical work within acceptable turnaround times in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Document and keep accurate records (log) to maintain good laboratory practice.
  • Ensure equipment in their care is maintained to the standards required.
  • Assist in the supervision of laboratory assistants and students in the laboratory.
  • Engage in continuous professional development annually.
  • Promote high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritise and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Laboratory department (Part-time)

Bosomtwi Urology Hospital
Sunyani
10.2020 - Current
  • Prepare, examine and report on microscopic, hematological or other examination of specimens.
  • Undertake regular, routine maintenance and quality control checks.
  • Measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory instruments using appropriate quality control procedures.
  • Ensure that reagents are prepared, stored and used in a manner suitable for patient investigations.
  • Promote high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Identify needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provide support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.

Laboratory department (Internship)

Methodist Hospital
Wenchi
09.2018 - 10.2019
  • I gained hands-on experience in various laboratory techniques and procedures in haematology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry and blood banking under the supervision of experienced laboratory professionals.
  • I assisted in specimen collection, processing, analysis, and reporting in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and safety guidelines, contributing to the delivery of quality patient care.
  • I followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
  • I learned how to keep patient information secured and confidential.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals with patient documentation and data entry.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces in compliance with safety standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Education

BSc. - Medical Laboratory Science

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
08.2014 - 05.2018

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - General Science

Asanteman Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana
01.2008 - 01/2012

Skills

  • Proficient in laboratory quality management systems (LQMS)
  • Methodological approach to work
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Data entry
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Microscopy

Publications

Patrick Adu, Eric Kumah Forkuo, Abubakari Issah, et al., High Incidence of Moderately Reduced Renal Function and Lead Bioaccumulation in Agricultural Workers in Assin South District, Ghana: A community Based Case-Control Study, International Journal of Nephrology, vol.2019, 5368427, 2019, 7 pages

Certification

  • Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist, Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Ghana
  • Licensed Biomedical Scientist, Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK
  • Member, Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientist (GAMLS)
  • Member, Medical laboratory Professional Workers Union (MELPWU)

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Akan
Advanced
C1

Leadership Experience

  • Secretary, Laboratory Department, Sunyani Municipal Hospital, 01/01/24, present
  • President, Ghana Muslim Students Association, Asanteman Senior High School, 01/01/11, 12/31/12

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Laboratory department (Full-time)

Municipal Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Laboratory department (Part-time)

Bosomtwi Urology Hospital
10.2020 - Current

Laboratory department (Internship)

Methodist Hospital
09.2018 - 10.2019

BSc. - Medical Laboratory Science

University of Cape Coast
08.2014 - 05.2018

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - General Science

Asanteman Senior High School
01.2008 - 01/2012
Abubakari Issah