Summary
Work History
Education
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Other Competencies
References
Training
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Frimpong Evans Karikari

Agona - Kumasi

Summary

Highly experienced Laboratory Technologist with over 4 years of experience in a diverse range of laboratory settings, and proficient in performing various laboratory tests, utilising cutting-edge equipment, and maintaining strict adherence to quality control and safety protocols. Outstanding background in medical research and analysis, ensuring higher standards within the hospital. Insightful Laboratory Technician brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.

Work History

Laboratory Technician

One Family Clinic
  • Conducted comprehensive testing of patients' samples, including urine, and blood, using advanced lab equipment to accurately identify various illnesses and proposed the appropriate medical care
  • Produced accurate test results and reliable diagnostic information by processing patients' samples under optimum condition to prevent decay
  • Interpreted test results and effectively communicated findings to medical staff, facilitating prompt decision-making for patient care and treatment
  • Implemented effective disinfection protocols for lab benches, guaranteeing safe and hygienic work environment for laboratory staff
  • Eliminated the spread of infections

Research and Teaching Assistant

University of Cape Coast
  • Assisted students in the laboratory and writing of laboratory report
  • Supervised student during quizzes and exams
  • Assisted laboratory technicians to set up laboratory prior to lab sections
  • Marked and graded students' quizzes, laboratory reports and end of semester exams

Laboratory Technician

Valley View Adventist Hospital
  • Minimized the risk of cross-contamination by initiating standard protocols to disinfect lab equipment, thereby ensuring a secure and sterile environment
  • Initiated an efficient and organized record-keeping system of patients and laboratory tests, ensuring accurate documentation and easy retrieval of information
  • Prepared and examined various patient samples, including blood smears and stool specimens, using microscopy techniques to identify and characterize parasites and bacteria

Laboratory Technician

University of Cape Coast Hospital
  • Prepared reagents for laboratory testing to ensure accuracy, and reliability of results, while adhering to standardized formulations and quality control guidelines
  • Calibrated a wide range of lab instruments and equipment, such as pipettes, balances, and centrifuges, utilizing traceable standards and calibration protocols
  • Maintained laboratory safety by implementing appropriate disinfectants and following established disinfection procedures to sanitize lab equipment and benches

Education

Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Central Region-Ghana
10.2021

W.A.S.S.C.E (General Science) -

Seventh day Adventist Senior High
01.2017

Skills

  • Laboratory Research

  • Equipment Calibration & Maintenance

  • Data Collection & Analysis

  • Sampling, Sampling Preparation & Documentation

  • Microscopy techniques

  • Lab result interpretation

  • Laboratory Techniques

  • Research, Analysis & Reporting

  • Quality Assurance & Control

  • Laboratory Inventory Management

Professional Associations

Member, Ghana Science and Laboratory Technology Students Association, University of Cape Coast, 2021 - Present

Other Competencies

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Data entry, Installation of Windows and PowerPoint), Solid Organizational skills | Strong Written & Verbal Communication | Effective Team Player

References

  • Mr. Emmanuel Birikorang, Chief Laboratory Technologist, Lecturer, University of Cape Coast, +233243701560, mr.birikorang@gmail.com
  • Dr. Benjamin Bartels, University of Cape Coast, +233243340267, telsbarjam@gmail.com
  • Mr. Jonathan Ntow, Head of Laboratory, University of Cape Coast, +233243270620, jonathan.ntow@ucc.edu.gh

Training

  • Procurement procedures and safety in the laboratory, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast, 2022
  • The dawn of global energy systems transformation, Ghana Petroleum Corporation, University of Cape Coast, 2022
  • Career Guidance and Entrepreneurship, University of Cape Coast, 2019

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

One Family Clinic

Research and Teaching Assistant

University of Cape Coast

Laboratory Technician

Valley View Adventist Hospital

Laboratory Technician

University of Cape Coast Hospital

Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology

University of Cape Coast

W.A.S.S.C.E (General Science) -

Seventh day Adventist Senior High
Frimpong Evans Karikari