JOSEPH KAMAU
Nairobi
Summary
Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist with over 6 years of clinical diagnostics and laboratory management experience. I specialize in molecular diagnostics, immunology, hematology, clinical chemistry, and LIS systems. Currently pursuing a Master's in Medical Microbiology, I'm driven by a passion for enhancing diagnostic precision and patient care. I have led cross-functional lab teams, championed quality control, and ensured compliance with ISO 15189 and MOH standards. ASCPi-certified and KMLTTB-licensed, I am seeking global opportunities to contribute to high-impact healthcare systems through innovative, compliant, and efficient laboratory services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager
St. Orsola Catholic Mission Hospital
Meru
01.2018 - Current
- Oversaw complete lab operations and implemented infection control and safety procedures.
- Supervised and trained 12 lab technologists to improve performance and diagnostic outcomes.
- Conducted diagnostic tests including immunology, hematology and blood bank, microbiology, and clinical chemistry.
- Managed equipment calibration, inventory, and procurement to ensure efficiency.
- Led internal/external QA programs and maintained ISO 15189 and MOH compliance.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to improve patient outcomes through accurate diagnostics.
Medical lab technologist intern/volunteer
Engineer Sub-County Government Hospital
Kinangop
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Supported diagnostic services in hematology, microbiology, and specimen handling.
- Maintained equipment hygiene and lab cleanliness to meet regulatory standards.
- Assisted senior technologists in data entry, reporting, and clinical collaboration.
Education
Master's degree - medical microbiology
Kenyatta University
Kenya12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science
Maseno University
Kenya12.2015
High School Diploma -
Kahuho Uhuru High School
Kenya12.2009
Lower primary School -
Mwiteithia Primary School
Kenya12.2005
Skills
- Laboratory Medicine
- Forensic & Gender-Based Violence
- Laboratory Accreditation & ISO 15189
- Good Clinical Laboratory Practice
- TB Diagnosis & Management
- Clinical Chemistry
- Hematology
- Blood Bank
- Microbiology
- Immunology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Malaria Diagnosis & Management
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Specimen Processing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Data Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Laboratory management
- Quality assurance
- Infection control
- Diagnostic testing
- Equipment calibration
- Team supervision
- Clinical collaboration
- Safety procedures
- Collaborative research
- Data reporting
- Chemical handling
- Cell culture
- Ethics and integrity
- Equipment management
- Instrument Calibration
- Microbiology techniques
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Quality controls
- Biological sample processing
- Laboratory safety
- Laboratory automation
- Environmental monitoring
- QA procedure development
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous waste management
- Procedure monitoring
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Sample storage
- Standard operating procedures
- Lab experimentation
- Laboratory informatics
- Sample processing
- Collaborate cross-functionally
- Professional and courteous
- Crisis management
- Documentation and reporting
- Time management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Interpersonal relations
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Problem resolution
- Process improvement
- Cost reduction
Certification
- Medical laboratory technician and technologist license, K.M.L.T.T.B (Kenya)
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP-MLS), American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Visa screen/CGFNS certificate
Accomplishments
- Increased lab efficiency by 20% through process optimization in equipment calibration and inventory management.
- Implemented QA programs ensuring 100% compliance with ISO 15189 standards over five years.
- Improved diagnostic outcomes by 30% by supervising and training 12 lab technologists.
- Coordinated diagnostics that led to a 15% annual improvement in patient health outcomes.
References
- Dr. Anthony Kebira, 0715 032 643, akebira2000@gmail.com
- Mr. Francis Gitonga, 0727 961 097, enquiriesinfo@pghnyeri.go.ke
- Mr. Daniel Kibe, 0721 103 315, kiaridaniel100@gmail.com
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Laboratory Manager
St. Orsola Catholic Mission Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Medical lab technologist intern/volunteer
Engineer Sub-County Government Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2017
Master's degree - medical microbiology
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science
Maseno University
High School Diploma -
Kahuho Uhuru High School
Lower primary School -
Mwiteithia Primary School