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RICHMOND APANA
ACCRA
Summary
Accomplished Medical Laboratory Scientist with eight years of maintaining safe and reliable lab environments. Known for delivering flawless diagnostic reports on tests ranging from chemistries to hematology Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations and subject privacy.
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, blood gasses and blood smears. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring eight years of related experience to challenging new role. Accomplished
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sochibga Medical Laboratory and Diagnostic Service
Accra
11.2021 - Current
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ISO standard operating procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Family Health Hospital
Accra
08.2015 - Current
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ISO standard operating procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
Adabraka Polyclinic
Accra
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared reagents and solutions, calibrating pipettes and related activities to support experiments.
- Recorded test results on standardized forms to enter into database and communicate to appropriate personnel.
- Conferred with management and other laboratory staff to develop understanding of product specifications.
- Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
- Leveraged personal protective equipment to maintain safety in lab.
- Collaborated with team members and stakeholders to successfully complete project work.
- Fulfilled lab assistant or specimen processor duties to support work of technicians, technologists and scientists.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
Science Laboratory Technologist
Family Health University Collage
Accra
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed..
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Preparation of chemical reagents for students practical
Education
No Degree - Science Laboratory Technology(HND)
Accra Technical University
AccraBachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Accra Technical University
Accra12.2020
Skills
- Processing Specimens
- Instrumentation Maintenance
- Laboratory Equipment Utilization
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Microbiology Expertise
- Microscopic Examination
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Specimen Processing
- Specimen collection
- Urinalysis
- Quality control
- Documentation skills
- Sample testing
- Self-Motivated
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sochibga Medical Laboratory and Diagnostic Service
11.2021 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
Adabraka Polyclinic
09.2020 - 08.2021
Science Laboratory Technologist
Family Health University Collage
02.2017 - 05.2021
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Family Health Hospital
08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Accra Technical University
No Degree - Science Laboratory Technology(HND)
Accra Technical University