JEPHTHAH KWESI AMANKWAH
ACCRA
Summary
Versatile medical laboratory technician and health and safety officer with a proven track record in team leadership, optimizing workflow, and enhancing test accuracy. Expertise in specimen handling, data entry, and customer relations, contributing to improved patient care. Committed to exceeding service standards while ensuring strict adherence to quality control and health and safety protocols.
Overview
2
2
Languages
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Safety Officer
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Reviewed incident reports to determine root causes and preventive measures.
- Maintained safety records and documentation in accordance with regulations.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness planning and response strategies.
- Advocated for safe working conditions by engaging with stakeholders across all departments within the organization.
- Provided ongoing training for employees on safety topics such as hazard identification, fire prevention, ergonomics.
- Maintained records of all health and safety trainings conducted throughout the year.
- Ensured compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding health and safety standards.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Facilitated workshops to promote awareness of health risks and safety best practices.
Phlebotomy Bench Lead
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
04.2022 - Current
- Trained staff on best practices in specimen collection and safety protocols.
- Coordinated scheduling of phlebotomy services to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and laboratory standards at all times.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new phlebotomists on procedures.
- Evaluated employee performance against established goals and objectives.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made within the department's operational structure.
- Coordinated with mobile phlebotomists and courier riders to ensure timely sample collection.
- Performed venipunctures, skin punctures and capillary collections for laboratory testing.
PHLEBOTOMIST
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
ACCRA
08.2017 - Current
- Trained new staff on office procedures, insurance processes and medical terminology.
- Handled client inquiries with exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Delivered continuous training to associates to maximize performance and customer relations skills.
- Conducted testing based on process guidelines, improving experiment efficiency.
- Trained and motivated team members to strengthen customer service strategies and boost satisfaction levels.
- Collected and prepared nasal-pharyngeal samples for PCR testing of COVID-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes.
- Obtained a variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Collected pathology samples from homes, offices, events among others.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (In Charge)
MAB MEDICARE CENTRE (Ablekuma Annex)
ACCRA
06.2013 - 07.2017
- Completed routine sample processing, validations and reagent QC runs.
- Received specimens and reviewed for quality, labeling and accessioning,
- Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software.
- Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples daily.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
SYBAND GHANA
EASTERN AND VOLTA REGION
10.2012 - 04.2013
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Screening and certification of food vendors as medically fit in the Volta and Eastern Region.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (National Service Person)
GA SOUTH MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL
ACCRA
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Medical Laboratory Science
KOFORIDUA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
KOFORIDUA, GHANA11-2026
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT IN GLOBAL HEALTH
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON, USA12-2022
CERTIFICATE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY & ENV. MANAGEMENT
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY
ACCRA, GHANA10-2022
HND SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY - MICROBIOLOGY, ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY
ACCRA POLYTECHNIC
ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY04-2011
Skills
- Proper storage procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Project management abilities
- Supervision & leadership
- Risk assessment
- Occupational health standards
- Safety training
- Compliance management
- Quality control
- Hazard identification
- Safety policies
- Sample and specimen collection
- Laboratory techniques
- Staff phlebotomy training
- Pediatric phlebotomy proficiency
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
References
- Dr. Ato Kwamena Yawson
Medical Doctor in Charge
HEALTHNET LIMITED
Tel. Number - +233243831696
email - earlatokwamina@gmail.com
- Dr. Elizabeth Gyamfi
National Laboratory Operations Manager
SYNLAB GH LTD
Tel. Number - +233204803475
email - lizzgyamfi@gmail.com
Languages
English
First Language
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Health and Safety Officer
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
06.2025 - Current
Phlebotomy Bench Lead
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
04.2022 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST
SYNLAB GHANA LTD
08.2017 - Current
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (In Charge)
MAB MEDICARE CENTRE (Ablekuma Annex)
06.2013 - 07.2017
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
SYBAND GHANA
10.2012 - 04.2013
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (National Service Person)
GA SOUTH MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL
10.2011 - 09.2012
HND SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY - MICROBIOLOGY, ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY
ACCRA POLYTECHNIC
CERTIFICATE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY & ENV. MANAGEMENT
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT IN GLOBAL HEALTH
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Bachelor of Technology - Medical Laboratory Science
KOFORIDUA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY