Anju Zachariah, MT, MS

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Medical Technologist and Lecturer (Microbiology)

A Recognized Expert in Microbiology, Experienced in Medical Technology

Comprehensive experience as a Medical Technologist and as a lecturer in the field of Medical Microbiology, and demonstrated excellence in laboratory skills with a reputation for accurate, reliable, and diligent performance. High capacity for developing influential and professional working relationships with peers and students and ability to adapt to dynamic responsibilities while functioning in high-pressure environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Medical Technologies t Medical Microbiology t Clinical Laboratory Skills t Lab Procedures

Detail-Oriented t Personal Relationship Skills t Quality Assurance t Efficiency

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

CAROLINAS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM – CORE LAB, CHARLOTTE, NC 2015-2017

Medical Technologist

tPerformed routine and complex laboratory procedures on clinical specimens

tPrepared specimens for testing

tAnalysed results for critical values and reported results immediately

tPerformed Specimen processing and plating, Gram Stain reading and reporting. Plate reading, AFB Processing and direct exam resulting, handling and processing Positive Blood cultures,

Bio fire PCR testing and reporting on blood samples, Stool Kit Testing and Fungal slide reading.

tPerformed Quality Control on Media and Kits

tTrained teammates

tPerformed Respirator Fit testing

tActively participated in Continuous Improvement Activities in the Department.

SRINIVAS COLLEGE, Mangalore, India 2007 – 2010

Microbiology Lecturer

tDemonstrated experience as a focused and highly driven scientific researcher, lecturer and tutor of Medical Microbiology Curriculum for Nursing and Physical Therapy Undergraduate students

tSuccessfully evaluated Microbiology University examination papers for Nursing and Physical Therapy students

MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE, Kothamangalam, India 2004 – 2006

Microbiology Lecturer

tServed as a Subject Matter Expert through the lecturing and tutoring of Medical Microbiology Curriculum for Post Graduate Students of Microbiology and Bio Technology courses

tConducted and evaluated Microbiology Practical Examinations for Post Graduate courses of Microbiology and Biotechnology

MANGALAM DIAGNOSTICS, Kottayam, India 2003 – 2004

Medical Technologist, Microbiology

tSuccessfully conducted Isolation and Identification of Aerobic and Anaerobic Cultures, and other microbiological and related biological and bio-chemical examinations on clinical specimens for the detection and identification of microbial agents of disease

tPerformed innovative Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology and Mycology cultures, both in BACTEC and conventional methods

tProvided routine maintenance on equipment and quality control for all reagents

tExecuted serological tests like ELISA to aid in diagnosis of infectious agent like HIV, Hepatitis B

tAchieved accuracy and compliance in the interpretation and reporting of all test results according to laboratory policies

tProactively communicated problems and unusual results to appropriate parties and documented all corrective action procedures undertaken in the Laboratory

tCollaborated in proficiency testing of unknowns and internal and external continuing education programs to keep current of developments in their field

tPerformed Microbial Identification and Antibiotic susceptibility testing on clinical specimens and other body fluids, according to laboratory policies; culture media and reagents for testing according to laboratory policies; and biological and bio chemical analyses of urine, stool, sputum and other body fluids

tMaintained accurate records of quality control, managed maintenance and workload data according to laboratory policies

tOrdered and prepared testing culture media, stains, and reagents; prepared and examined slide preparations for the detection of microbial agents

tAccurately read, interpreted and recorded the results of laboratory tests

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Antibacterial effect of Bridelia scandens (a medicinal plant in India), Jan – Dec 2001

Profile of Uropathogens in Urinary Tract Infections, Feb – Sept 2002

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Medical Microbiology, Manipal University, Kasturba Medical College, Karnataka, India

Graduated July 2003

Top Scorer in M.Sc. Medical Microbiology from Manipal Academy of Higher Education

(Passed in First Class with Distinction), 4.0 GPA

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, India

Graduated April 2000

Secured 8th Rank in B.Sc. Microbiology from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore

(Passed in First Class with Distinction), 3.9 GPA

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

Medical Technologist- Microbiology- ASCP (M) certified.

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