PIUS EKUAZE

• Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance.
• Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
• Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
• Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
• Complied with waste disposal procedures for biological and hazardous waste types such as [Type] and [Type].
• 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.
• Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
• Performed [Type] identification using reference reagents and prescribed techniques.
• Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
• Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
• Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
• Utilized molecular and genetic techniques to detect and diagnose diseases.
• 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.
• Analyzed cultures using molecular-based and biochemical techniques.
• Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
• Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques.
• Performed data analysis and interpretation of results from clinical trials and epidemiological studies.

Handling and processing histopathological, cytological and FNAC samples, Staining of Routine histological slides, special staining techniques, cytological slides staining tissue processing, and supervision of medical laboratory science interns and medical laboratory technicians.

Receiving, storing, and preparing various kinds of specimen including blood sample for analysis, analyze blood samples using computer-aided and manual techniques, assist in prescribing specific types of treatment for individual patients, ensure proper fixation of tissues with the right fixative, assist in tissue cut-up.

Ensure that the necessary turnaround time for reporting results is achieved, implementing quality control procedures both internal and external, to maintain accurate results

• Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
• Leveraged personal protective equipment to maintain safety in lab.
• Identified areas of process improvements to increase operational excellence.
• 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.
• Compared laboratory data against specifications to determine if results met requirements.
• Performed quality control testing on final products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Collaborated with team members and stakeholders to successfully complete project work.
• Prepared reagents and solutions, calibrating pipettes and related activities to support experiments.
• Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
• Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
• Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
• Assessed new protocols and equipment for relevance and helped implement chosen updates.
• Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
• Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
• Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
• Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
• Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
• Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
• Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
• Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
• Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.