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Candy Adwoa Ewusiwaa Wilson

Tamale,Ghana

Summary

An experienced professional with a focus on medical laboratory science and a specialty in diagnostic testing and analysis. Eager to leverage expertise in accurate diagnoses, effective treatment, and disease prevention to enhance patient outcomes and public health while actively pursuing professional growth, collaborating with healthcare teams, engaging in research and development, assuming leadership roles, participating in quality improvement initiatives, upholding ethical standards, and seeking specialized opportunities for advancement in the healthcare industry.

Capable of delivering accurate and timely results by utilizing advanced laboratory techniques and ensuring compliance with strict quality standards. Proficient in maintaining laboratory equipment and managing specimen integrity to support patient care and clinical research.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Internship)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale
12.2022 - 10.2023
  • Specimen collection, reception (based on acceptance and rejection criteria), transport, sample preparations, and proper storage
  • Performed different clinical laboratory tests under supervision
  • Interpretation of general and special test results
  • Operate Laboratory equipment and instruments according to the Standard Operating Manual and under supervision
  • Troubleshooting and corrective maintenance of Laboratory instruments
  • Documentation and validation of test results under supervision
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict laboratory protocols.
  • Labeled blood samples in compliance with regulations and patient identity.

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Student/Attachment)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale, Ghana
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Studied laboratory procedures by paying attention to medical laboratory personnel and details
  • Performed laboratory test procedures in areas including phlebotomy, clinical chemistry, Haematology, microbiology, and serology under supervision.
  • Maintained confidentiality at all times, respecting patients' rights.
  • Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order.
  • Observed Standard Operating Procedures and Safe Systems of Work to maintain a safe and clean environment.

Education

DOCTOR OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE - CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY, HAEMATOLOGY, HISTOPATHOLOGY

UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
09.2016 - 07.2022

WEST AFRICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - General Science

HOLY CHILD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
10.2013 - 05.2016

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE - Basic Education

TAMALE INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
09.2013 - 06.2016

Skills

  • Clinical laboratory skills
  • Laboratory assays
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Timely completion of lab procedures
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills
  • Relationship building
  • Computer literacy
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Laboratory Diagnostic software

REFEREES

  • Dr. Kennedy Osei Mensah, Head of Department, Medical Laboratory, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana, Oseimensah72@gmail.com, +23320228336
  • Charles Nkansah, (Ph.D.), Lecturer (Haematology & Blood Transf. Sci.), Dept. of Haematology, University for Development Studies (UDS), Tamale. P. O. Box TL 1350, Tamale +233 247626378/cnkansah86@yahoo.com/ cnkansah@uds.edu.gh
  • Prof. Samuel A. Donkoh, Professor, Department of Economics, School Of Economics, University for Development Studies (UDS), P.O Box TL 1882, Nyankpala, Tamale, Ghana, sdonkoh@uds.edu.gh, +(233)(0)245728465

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Internship)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Student/Attachment)

Tamale Teaching Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2017

DOCTOR OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE - CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY, HAEMATOLOGY, HISTOPATHOLOGY

UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
09.2016 - 07.2022

WEST AFRICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - General Science

HOLY CHILD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
10.2013 - 05.2016

BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE - Basic Education

TAMALE INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
09.2013 - 06.2016
Candy Adwoa Ewusiwaa Wilson