ARINZE FRANCIS ANI
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
ENUGU
Summary
Seasoned Medical Laboratory Scientist, detail-oriented, well-versed in laboratory diagnostic performance and safety records. Dedicated to providing rapid turnaround times without sacrificing personnel safety or diagnostic accuracy. Keen adopter of emerging laboratory techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies. Highly accurate when recording data and guiding quality control while following laboratory policies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Principal Medical Laboratory Scientist
FEDERAL ROAD SAFETY CORPS (FRSC)
ABUJA
02.2012 - Current
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Maintained certification with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) standard operating procedures.
- Utilized expertise in Hematology, blood transfusion science, Microbiology and chemistry to help with diagnosis and management of medical issues.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to MLSCN, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
- Inspected bodily fluids and tissues to detect infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Examined blood samples to identify disorders such as leukemia, anemia, diabetes, disorders in blood chemistry and post transfusion reaction.
- Measured and assessed antibodies in blood to indicate conditions such as hepatitis B & C and HIV.
- Trained and mentored 9 new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Presented 2 research findings to scientific audience and general public.
- Researched and studied 2 human health conditions and managements.
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
NIGER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL & DIAGNOSTIC CENTER
ENUGU
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance.
- Maintained certification with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with MLSCN standard operating procedures.
- Performed blood chemistry analysis using reference reagents and prescribed techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to MLSCN, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Measured and assessed antibodies in blood to indicate conditions such as Hepatitis B & C or HIV.
- Trained and mentored 5 new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER
UMUAHIA
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Recorded test results on standardized forms to enter into database and communicate to appropriate personnel.
- Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
- Identified areas of process improvements to increase operational excellence.
- Compared laboratory data against specifications to determine if results met requirements.
- Performed quality control testing on final products to verify conformity to specifications.
- Fulfilled lab assistant or specimen processor duties to support work of technicians, technologists and scientists.
- Conferred with management and other laboratory staff to develop understanding of product specifications.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, calibrating pipettes and related activities to support experiments.
- Collaborated with team members and stakeholders to successfully complete project work.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Master of Science - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY oF BENIN
BENIN, EDO STATE, NIGERIA 02.2015 - 10.2017
BACHELOR oF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (BMLS) - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY oF CALABAR
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA 10.2001 - 12.2006
SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CHRIST THE KING COLLEGE
ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA 09.1993 - 07.1999
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE - FSLC
MODEBE MEMORIAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
ODOAKPU, ONITSHA, ANAMBRA STATE 08.1988 - 08.1993
Skills
Hematology
Quality control
Equipment monitoring
Sample testing
Safety regulations
Specimen Processing
Specimen collection
Infection Control
Instrument Calibration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Established a Medical Laboratory Unit in FRSC RS5HQ Zonal Staff Clinic Benin City, Edo State Nigeria.
- Established a Medical Laboratory Unit in FRSC Academy Medical Center, Udi, Enugu State, Nigeria.
- Collaborated with team of NCDC Nigeria in the Covid-19 testing among 2021 FRSC Cadets in FRSC Academy, Udi, Enugu State Nigeria.
- Successfully screened Staff for Covid-19, Hepatitis B & C, HIV, VDRL and TB during the Staff promotiion Courses, Conversion Courses and Training Workshops in the FRSC Academy, Udi Enugu State.
Hobbies
Reading
Researching
Music
Volleyball
Work-out
Mentoring
Timeline
Master of Science - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY oF BENIN
02.2015 - 10.2017
Principal Medical Laboratory Scientist
FEDERAL ROAD SAFETY CORPS (FRSC)
02.2012 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
NIGER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL & DIAGNOSTIC CENTER
06.2010 - 05.2011
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER
08.2007 - 07.2008
BACHELOR oF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (BMLS) - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY oF CALABAR
10.2001 - 12.2006
SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CHRIST THE KING COLLEGE
09.1993 - 07.1999
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE - FSLC
MODEBE MEMORIAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
08.1988 - 08.1993