OLUKEMI ADESOLA OLATERU-OLAGBEGI (MT/AMT)

**** ****** **** ***., ***: 404-***-****

lAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044

adza6y@r.postjobfree.com

Skype: Olukemi Olateru

CAREER OBJECTIVE

I am looking for a position as a Medical Lab Technologist where I can make significant contributions utilizing my years of experience in the field of Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Immunology, Point of Care, Molecular Diagnosis, Hematology, Clinical Chemistry and Blood Bank.

Skills Highlight

Excellent Laboratory Practice

Sample checking

Test result validity verification

Test result interpretation

Staining techniques

Rapid tests (Malaria, Strep A, HIV, IM, Influenza, RSV)

Laboratory equipment calibration and validation

Handling Laboratory Diagnostic equipment

Quality control/Quality Assurance

Accomplished in Heamatology

Accomplished in Clinical Chemistry

Accomplished in Blood Banking

Accomplished in Microbiology and Parasitology

JOB DESCRIPTION

Performed all clinical microbiology tests and tasks within boundaries of regulatory standards

Executed documentation policy of adherence to laboratory safety guidelines including gathering, collating and centralizing Material Safety Data Sheets for all microbiology materials

Assisted in review of current, and initiation of new, SOP and Quality Control procedures

Designed and prepared documentation sheets

Prepared for, and participated in, a multitude of inspections by Federal and State government and other national laboratory accrediting organizations

Trained and evaluated in handling biohazard/blood borne pathogens Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation, in addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.

Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.

Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.

Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.

Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace.

Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.

Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.

Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.

Incorporates principles of educational methodology in the instruction and training of new employees and students and in the laboratory's in-service/continuing education program.

Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others). Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing.

Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.

US CERTIFICATION

MT/AMT certification ( oct 2018)

WORK AUTHORIZATION

PERMANENT RESIDENT VISA (GREEN CARD)

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Medical Technologist II (April 2023 till Date)

(Core Lab/ Blood Bank/Microbiology)

Piedmont Eastside Medical Centre, Snellville Ga 30078

Medical Laboratory Scientist II (Feb 2022-March 2023)

(Core Lab/Microbiology)

Northside Hospital, Lawrenceville, Ga 30046

Medical Laboratory Scientist( Oct 2020 –Jan 2022)

University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria

Medical Laboratory Technologist (Travel -June 2020- Sept 2020)

(Molecular Diagnosis Department)

Quest Diagnostics

10101 Renner Boulevard,

Lenexa, KS 66219

Medical Laboratory Technologist (Sept 2019 –May 2020)

(Core Lab/Microbiology/Blood Bank)

St Francis –Emory Healthcare

2122 Manchester Expressway

Columbus, GA 31904

Medical Laboratory Scientist( Nov.2018 –June 2019)

University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria

Medical Laboratory Technologist (Oct 2018

South Georgia Medical Center (Lanier Campus

116 Thigpen Ave

Lakeland, GA 31635

Medical Laboratory Scientist (July 1989 to April 2018, )

University college hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria

INSTRUMENTATATIONS

Ortho vision Gel card blood bank automatic instrument (Thermo Scientific CW3 Cell Washer), Automatic Cell Washer

Bactec BD FX, Automatic Gram Stain Machine, Autoclave, bacteriological incubator, laminar flow cabinet (Biosafety Cabinet), Genexpert Cepheid, Biofire Film array Torch, Qiastat Dx analyzer, IDnow

pH meter, Turbidimeter, Vortex, Centrifuge, Hemocue, Pathfast, Hologic FFN, A2O Advanced Osmometer, iStat

Hitachi, Beckman Coulter AU-680/ 700, Cobas6800/8800, Elisa reader,Alinity CI/IM (Abbot)a

Beckman Coulter Iris-IQ200 Elite, Siemen Advantus Clinitek Analyser

Beckman Clinical Laboratory Automation System and storage.

Sysmex series (Xs 1000i, XT 2000i, XN 100i): For CBC, Retics and immature granulocytes; UF-4000, UC-1000-urinalysis

Excyte 20, Ised – ESR

Stago Sta Satellite, Stago Compact, Destiny Max coagulometers, ACL300, ACL 500

TRIAGE D-Dimer

LIS: Epic, Cerner, REMISOL Advance

Cold centrifuge (Sigma 8k): Production of blood into its therapeutic components.

ELISA Equipment (Biotek ELx 50, 800) For screen of Blood for TTIs, Antigen-antibody detection of microbial agents.

Microscopes: (Light, Hydra headed, Fluorescent), Reading of blood films, urine sediments, identification of parasites and bacteria (microorganisms).

Beckman Coulter DxH 600, 800, 900 ..for haematology

Beckman Coulter DxI 600, 800 for immunochemistry

Electrophorectic equipment ( gel, cellulose acetate): Haemoglobin electrophoresis

Other special skills

Comfortable working in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.

Always strive for flawless, efficient task execution.

Detail oriented, organized, responsible, and reliable.

Positive attitude, professional demeanor and great communication skills.

Willing to Help, Listen and Learn

Strong Client or Vendor Relations

EDUCATION

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Nigeria Masters of Science (MSc.) in Chemical Pathology Jun 2001 – Mar 2007

Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (School of Medical Laboratory Science, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-Ife, Nigeria): Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (AMLSN); Major: Haematology and Blood Group Serology 1983-1987

Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (School of Medical Laboratory Science, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria): Advance Medical Laboratory Science (FMLSN); Major: Chemical Pathology 1994-1996

References

Mrs Opeoluwa Atinuke YUSUF

Laboratory Manager,

University College Hospital

Ibadan, Nigeria

Tel: +234 811-***-****

Email: adza6y@r.postjobfree.com

Grace Duruh

Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (Core Lab/Microbiology)

Northside Hospital

Lawrenceville, Ga 30046

Tel: +1-770-***-****

e-mail: adza6y@r.postjobfree.com

Stella Onuorah

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Supervisor Core Lab/Microbiology)

Northside Hospital, Gwinnet, Lawrenceville 30046.

Tel: +1-678-***-****

e-mail: adza6y@r.postjobfree.com

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