Boniface Masila
Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP)
Macakos
Summary
Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist ready to take ownership of labs' diagnostic performance and safety records. Dedicated to providing rapid turnaround times without sacrificing personnel safety or diagnostic accuracy. Keen adopter of emerging lab techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist
KUTRRH
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels proactively addressing shortages before they disrupted workflow.
- Maintained a safe working environment, adhering to strict guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
- Evaluated new laboratory technologies, making recommendations for investments that improved overall productivity and capabilities.
- Assisted in grant writing efforts, securing funding for critical laboratory equipment upgrades and research projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lab equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Reduced errors in data analysis with meticulous attention to detail and stringent quality control measures.
Lead Laboratory Scientist
Gertrude's Children's Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2023
- Mentored junior staff members, sharing expertise through hands-on training and guidance on best practices in the lab setting.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Oversaw shipment and reception of laboratory specimens, verifying proper safety precautions and handling methods.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pathcare Kenya Limited
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
- Reduced errors in test results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Improved turnaround times for test results through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely and accurate diagnostic results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Laboratory techniques
Sample Preparation
Microscopy techniques
Results Analysis
Safety processes and procedures
Problem-solving aptitude
Team Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Certification
MLS (ASCP)
Timeline
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist
KUTRRH
02.2023 - Current
MLS (ASCP)
02-2023
Lead Laboratory Scientist
Gertrude's Children's Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2023
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pathcare Kenya Limited
05.2012 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Kenyatta University
04.2001 -
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