Dynamic laboratory professional with extensive experience at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital. Proven expertise in laboratory techniques and patient data management, ensuring accurate test results through rigorous quality control. Adept at collaboration and prioritizing tasks to enhance operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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1
Language
5
5
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ministry of Health : Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kisumu
02.2025 - Current
Actively involve in the collection and preparation of specimens such as blood, urine, stool and sputum
Performs quality controls on test results to ensure validity and accuracy.
Keeps patient information properly secured and confidential.
Provides technical support to medical staff regarding diagnostic testing procedures, sample preparation, and interpretation of results.
Recording of patients details and results in their specific registers.
Making orders on commodities for use from county stores
Cleaning and maintaining laboratory benches.
Standardizing and use of the equipment such as microscopes, hematology analyzer, autoclaves, biochemistry and automated analyzers such as Liason XL,NEOIris,Ucibio and Medionics.
Prepares specimens for analysis, following established protocols and procedures.
Performes quality control checks on reagents and test results regularly.
Monitores inventory levels of reagents, supplies, and other materials needed for laboratory operations.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ministry of Health: VIHIGA COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITAL
Vihiga
01.2020 - 01.2025
Collected samples and prepared specimens such as blood, urine, stool and sputum
Performed quality controls on test results to ensure validity and accuracy.
Recorded patients details and results in their specific registers.
Made orders on commodities for use from county stores
Cleaned and maintained laboratory benches.
used and standardized equipment such as microscopes, hematology analyzer, autoclaves,centrifuge,biochemistry analyzer and automated analyzers such as Maxim,Medionics and finecare.
Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations in laboratory practices.
Performed quality control checks on reagents and test results regularly.
Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
Monitored inventory levels of reagents, supplies, and other materials needed for laboratory operations.
Kept patient information properly secured and confidential.
Tested samples within required timeframes and following appropriate standards, logging results in files.
Analyzed abnormal test results and consulted with physicians about potential treatment options.
Interpreted test results and communicated findings to physicians, contributing to patient treatment planning.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Bliss Healthcare
Kisumu
01.2019 - 01.2020
Collected and prepared samples
Generated standard operating procedures used in specimen analysis
Recorded patients results in the daily registers
Performed internal quality controls on samples to ensure validity and accuracy of test results
Analyzed samples using machines such as full hemogram, biochemistry, and other electrolyte machine.
Operated and maintained laboratory equipment for optimal performance.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to discuss test results and findings.
Documented test procedures and results in electronic health record systems accurately.
Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
Managed the workflow of specimens in the laboratory, ensuring timely processing of requests.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Yala Sub county Hospital
Siaya
08.2018 - 10.2018
collected and prepared samples.
Prepared and processed laboratory specimens for various medical tests.
Maintained accurate records of patient samples and test results.
Assisted in the operation of laboratory equipment and instruments.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols and sanitation standards.
Performed routine cleaning and sterilization duties within the lab area.
Assisted with quality control activities in the laboratory.
Followed standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Utilized automated equipment and instruments, including spectrophotometers and centrifuges, to analyze samples.
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kisumu
01.2017 - 04.2017
Phlebotomy- collected samples at phlebotomy point
Hematology- processed hematological sample using full hemogram machine, performing PBF and performing ESR
Biochemistry bench- performed all clinical chemistry tests using chemistry analyzer and recording of results
Parasitology - performed of all parasitological test i.e. blood smears, stool for ova and cyst
Histology- processed tissues for further analysis.
Assisted in patient intake and registration processes to ensure smooth operations.
Observed patient care procedures to learn best practices in a healthcare environment.
Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Engaged with patients to provide compassionate support during their visits.
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kisumu
08.2016 - 12.2016
Phlebotomy- collected samples at phlebotomy point
Hematology- processed hematological sample using full hemogram machine, performing PBF and performing ESR
Biochemistry bench- performed all clinical chemistry tests using chemistry analyzer and recording of results.
Parasitology - performed all parasitological test i.e. blood smears, stool for ova and cyst.
Histology- processed tissues for further analysis.
Assisted in patient intake and registration processes to ensure smooth operations.
Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kisumu
01.2015 - 08.2015
Phlebotomy- collected samples at phlebotomy point
Hematology- processed hematological sample using full hemogram machine, performing PBF and performing ESR.
Biochemistry bench- performed all clinical chemistry tests using chemistry analyzer and recording of results.
Parasitology - performed all parasitological test i.e. blood smears, stool for ova and cyst.
Histology- processed tissues for further analysis.
Assisted in patient intake and registration processes to ensure smooth operations.
Observed patient care procedures to learn best practices in a healthcare environment.
Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
Engaged with patients to provide compassionate support during their visits.
Education
Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Science
MASENO UNIVERSITY
KISUMU, KENYA
09.2013 - 12.2017
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2017 - 04.2017
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
09.2016 - 12.2016
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2015
Skills
Laboratory techniques
Laboratory safety protocols
Patient data management
Task prioritization
Collaboration
Interpersonal communication
Quality control
Laboratory safety
Clinical testing
Inventory management
Time management
Microsoft Word
Problem resolution
Quality assurance
Id Passport No
30858359/BK200486
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/23/94
Gender: Female
Marital Status: Married
Religion: Christianity
Membership To Professional Bodies
KMLTTB CERTIFICATION -Membership No:A012284
ASCP CERTIFICATION- Membership No : 29858
Attributes
Good team working skills.
Time management.
Communication skills.
Safety.
Record keeping.
Researching.
Self-driven and motivated.
Passionate.
Confident and honest.
Proactive and resilient.
Self-discipline and honest.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ministry of Health : Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ministry of Health: VIHIGA COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITAL
01.2020 - 01.2025
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Bliss Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Yala Sub county Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2018
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2017 - 04.2017
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2017 - 04.2017
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
09.2016 - 12.2016
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2016
Clinical Attachment
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2015
Intern
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2015
Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Science