Daniel Kojo Barikun Yinmarah
Kumasi
Summary
Adept Biomedical Lab Scientist with a proven track record at CareFlight Ghana, excelling in lab result interpretation and fostering multidisciplinary team collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in medical laboratory procedures and critical thinking, achieving significant improvements in quality control and patient care standards. Skilled in both technical and communicative aspects, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-stakes environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomedical Lab Scientist
CareFlight Ghana
07.2024 - Current
- Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders
- Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans
- Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality
- Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids, and read test results to make accurate care decisions
- Prepared and examined specimens using variety of instruments, histologic and molecular diagnostic techniques
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological, and chemical analysis on clinical samples
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work
- Always maintained proper levels of laboratory reagents
Laboratory Technologist
Chirano Gold Mines Ltd.
Chirano
03.2008 - 06.2024
- Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders
- Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans
- Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality
- Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids, and read test results to make accurate care decisions
- Prepared and examined specimens using variety of instruments, histologic and molecular diagnostic techniques
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological, and chemical analysis on clinical samples
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work
- Served as the safety representative for the clinic team
Laboratory Technologist
International SOS - Newmont Ghana
Ahafo - Kenyasi
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
- Prepared and assured accuracy of standards and reagents needed for analyses
- Stored, transported, and submitted urinalysis samples
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
- Steered process development experiments in lab and supported scale up processes
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories
- Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy
Laboratory Technologist
Ghana Health Service Manhyia District Hospital
Kumasi
09.2006 - 02.2007
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues
- I was Head of quality control for Tuberculosis (TB) cases
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), internal and other regulatory standards
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Conducted evaluations for as many as forty to fifty (40 – 50) patients daily
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws
- Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine, or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated
National Service Person
Ghana Health Service
Kumasi
11.2005 - 08.2006
- Performed all tasks assigned
- I was much involved with quality control
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Garden City University College
Kumasi08.2022
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Ghana
Accra05.2005
SSCE Certificate - Science
Prempeh College
Kumasi08.1999
Skills
- Working safely at all times
- Lab result interpretation
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- First Aid/CPR
- Dependable and Responsible
- Scheduling
- Event Planning
Affiliations
Licensed under Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC).
Certification
- ICapacity Resource – Occupational Health and Safety Management, Lead Auditor, 10/01/20
- Emergency Medical Service – National Ambulance Service, 02/01/15
- NEBOSH International Control of Hazardous agents in the workshop, 09/01/15
- NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management, 05/01/13
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, 10/01/12
- Certification in Auditing
- Certificate of Competency for Health, Safety and Environment Officer; IDMC
Accomplishments
- I have worked with the Safety and Environment team.
- Received best worker award for Health and Occupational Hygiene in 2018, Asante Gold Chirano.
- Head of Tuberculosis quality control at Manhyia District Hospital, Kumasi.
- Achieved a special goal by setting up a new laboratory satisfactorily.
- Achieved results by introducing innovative ways of completing daily tasks.
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Debating
- Ironing
- Seeing things under the microscope
- Physical exercising
- Observing nature
References
- Prince Obeng Afful, Health and Safety Manager, Asante Gold Chirano Ltd., P. O Box 57, Bibiani, Western North, +233 540100534
- Dr. Koduah Dapaah, Former HSE Manager, Asante Gold Chirano Ltd, +233 244338876
- Peter Gyimah, Former Health and Safety Manager, Asante Gold Bibiani Ltd, +233 244260929
Languages
- English
- Twi
- Hausa
- Taleni
- Guruni
- Dagbani
Timeline
Biomedical Lab Scientist
CareFlight Ghana
07.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technologist
Chirano Gold Mines Ltd.
03.2008 - 06.2024
Laboratory Technologist
International SOS - Newmont Ghana
02.2007 - 03.2008
Laboratory Technologist
Ghana Health Service Manhyia District Hospital
09.2006 - 02.2007
National Service Person
Ghana Health Service
11.2005 - 08.2006
- ICapacity Resource – Occupational Health and Safety Management, Lead Auditor, 10/01/20
- Emergency Medical Service – National Ambulance Service, 02/01/15
- NEBOSH International Control of Hazardous agents in the workshop, 09/01/15
- NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management, 05/01/13
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, 10/01/12
- Certification in Auditing
- Certificate of Competency for Health, Safety and Environment Officer; IDMC
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Garden City University College
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Ghana
SSCE Certificate - Science
Prempeh College
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