Open To Work
Odinakachi Duru
Owerri,Owerri, Nigeria
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented medical laboratory professional with hands-on experience at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital. Proficient in diagnostic testing and quality control, I excel in laboratory safety and effective communication. A fast learner, I adapt quickly to new challenges, ensuring accurate specimen processing and maintaining high standards in laboratory operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4023
4023
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship Student
University of Nigeria teaching hospital
Enugu , Nigeria
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in routine diagnostic tests across haematology, chemical pathology, microbiology, and histopathology.
- Collected and processed specimens in line with SOPs and biosafety standards.
- Supported quality control procedures and equipment maintenance.
Student medical laboratory scientist(on training)
University of Calabar teaching hospital
Calabar , Nigeria
01.2017 - 03.2024
- Underwent supervised training in diagnostic laboratory techniques across major MLS disciplines.
- Assisted in specimen handling, basic testing, and laboratory safety practices.
- Gained hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and quality procedures.
Volunteer medical laboratory attendant
Nigerian police clinic
Calabar, Nigeria
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted Medical Laboratory Scientists in the daily operations of the laboratory.
- Prepared the laboratory for work by cleaning benches, arranging equipment, and ensuring availability of consumables.
- Collected, received, labelled, and transported patient specimens to the appropriate laboratory sections under supervision.
Siwes: Medical Laboratory Attendant
Graceland medical centre and Maternity Home LTD.
Lagos , Nigeria
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured cleanliness in patient care areas.
- Assisted with sample collection and preparation for diagnostic testing.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for operations.
- Documented laboratory results and updated records in the system accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria 01.2017 - 03.2024
Anglican Secondary School
Okigwe, Nigeria God's Own Standard Primary And Nursery School
Okigwe , Nigeria Skills
- Diagnostic testing
- Sample processing
- Quality control
- Laboratory safety
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Fast learner
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
Languages
English
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Permanent license, Medical Laboratory Science Council Nigeria 2026
- Bachelor of medical laboratory science (BMLS) University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State. 2024
- Senior secondary certificate (SSCE) Bishop Alfred Nwaizuzu Anglican Secondary School Okigwe, Imo State. 2010
- First school leaving certificate (FLSC) Anglican Cathedral Nursery And Primary School, Okigwe, Imo State. 2004
Affiliations
- Volunteering in health events
- Reading medical books
- Meditation
- Playing video games
- Physical exercise
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
HybridSalary Range
$100/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Internship Student
University of Nigeria teaching hospital
01.2025 - 12.2025
Volunteer medical laboratory attendant
Nigerian police clinic
04.2022 - 11.2023
Student medical laboratory scientist(on training)
University of Calabar teaching hospital
01.2017 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Calabar
01.2017 - 03.2024
Siwes: Medical Laboratory Attendant
Graceland medical centre and Maternity Home LTD.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Anglican Secondary School
God's Own Standard Primary And Nursery School