ATTA KONADU GYAMFI
Kumasi
Summary
Professional scientist with comprehensive experience in medical laboratory environments. Demonstrates expertise in diagnostic testing, quality control, and data analysis. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in utilizing advanced laboratory equipment, implementing safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records. Reliable, results-driven, and committed to upholding high standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
BIOS Lab, School of Health and Life Sciences, Teesside University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted molecular assays to analyze gene expression patterns in various organisms.
- Assisted in the development and optimization of protocols for DNA/RNA extraction and purification and PCR testing
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot experimental procedures and improve data accuracy.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Direct detection of pathogenic organisms by microscopy using staining techniques
- Cultivation, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of microorganisms
- Direct detection of specific products of infecting organisms using chemical, immunologic or molecular techniques
- Calibration and quality control of automated equipment
- Preparation and quality control of microbiological culture media, stains and reagents
- Validation of results and upload of laboratory reports to the laboratory and hospital information management system
- Research
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Anomangye Specialist Hospital
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Phlebotomy
- Performed various tests on patients’ samples to assess needs and medication effectiveness
- Conducted quality control checks, calibration and technical troubleshooting of automated analyzers.
- Managed laboratory inventory and supply ordering.
- Verified report accuracy by assessing statistics, specimen identification and critical values.
- Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
- Supervised the work and training of students on internship
Intern
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Was on rotation through the various laboratory departments i.e. hematology, blood bank microbiology, chemical pathology and histopathology
- Blood banking including blood grouping and cross-matching, blood component preparation and antibody screening
- Hematology – used SYSMEX XN 2000 hematology analyzer to perform full blood count tests. Coagulation tests and blood film comment,Sickling screen and hemoglobin electrophoresis
- Performed Blood chemistry tests using VITROS 5600 chemistry analyzer i.e. liver function tests, kidney function tests, cardiac profile, fertility profile, blood gases, electrolytes, plasma proteins and enzyme assays
- Performed urinalysis using SYSMEX UN SERIES analyzer
- Calibration and quality control of automated equipment
Education
Bachelor's - MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-KUMASI
KUMASI07.2018
Master of Science - Microbiology
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
MIDDLESBROUGH07-2025
Skills
- Specimen handling
- Quality control
- Urinalysis
- Specimen processing
- Equipment maintenance
- Laboratory management
- Data analysis
- Proficient in microscopy
- Proficient in oral and written communication
Certification
- Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist - Allied Health Professions Council, Ghana
Timeline
Intern
BIOS Lab, School of Health and Life Sciences, Teesside University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
04.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Anomangye Specialist Hospital
06.2020 - 03.2021
Intern
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor's - MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-KUMASI
Master of Science - Microbiology
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY