Medical Laboratory Technologist - Quality & Leadership
Resume:
Nkurunungi Junior
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
****************@*****.***
Kampala, Uganda.
Professional
Summary
A highly sociable individual, professional Medical Laboratory Technologist, with over 2 year hands-on expertise in teaching, quality assurance, Medical Lab practices, quality systems, ISO accreditation, leadership and Research. I am highly flexible professional working as a mentor and as a leader in a quality demanding environment. I have sufficient experience in implementation of local, national and international quality and research standards. I am a qualified multi-professional with extensive background in advanced management processes. Utilizes superior communication skills to build meaningful, trusting relationships that exceed client demands. Highly skilled project manager with outstanding team leadership abilities to meet targets consistently.
Skills
Sample preparation Laboratory safety protocols
Microbiological analysis Medical records management Clinical chemistry Hematology analysis
Staff management Environmental monitoring
Serology testing Blood banking
Parasitology Quality control procedures
Instrument Calibration
Experience
09/2024 - Current_-1
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Bwindi Community Hospital, Remote
Efficiently processed a high volume of samples daily, supporting rapid diagnosis for patients and healthcare providers.
Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
Consistently maintained a high level of accuracy in test results, ensuring confidence in the laboratory’s findings among healthcare providers.
Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures. 06/2023 - 08/2024
Research Assistant
Gorilla Doctors, Kanungu District,Uganda
Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high- quality output.
Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Managed approximately 30 incoming calls,emails per day from participants.
Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
Education
10/2024 Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Mbarara University of Science And Technology, Mbarara, 410
12/2019 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education, High School, Bishop Comboni College, Kanungu District,Uganda
12/2017 Uganda Certificate of Education, Ordinary Level, Butogota Trinity College, Kanungu District,Uganda
02/2013 J.D., Primary Education, Kanyashande Primary School, Kanungu District,Uganda
Languages
English: spoken - Very good, written - Very
good
Rukiga: spoken - Very good, written - Good
Luganda: spoken - Good, written - good
Research
Experience
SEROTYPES AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROFILES OF PNEUMOCOCCI ISOLATED FROM CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS IN KANUNGU DISTRICT
Research assistant for antimicrobial resistance study in South western Uganda (Bwindi Area)
Emerging Infectious Disease Intelligence in partnership with UWA, Bwindi Community Hospital, University of California and others
Other Trainings
World health Organisation Monkeypox: Epidemiology, preparedness and response for African outbreak contexts
World health Organisation Health and peace: Concepts and tools for frontline workers - a course by WHO/EMRO (health-and-peace)
World health Organisation Ebola: GO
World health Organisation ePROTECT Ebola
World health Organisation Introduction to COVID-19: methods for detection, prevention, response and control (introduction-to-ncov)
WHO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Emergencies (SOPs-for-emergencies) World health Organisation Rabies & One Health: From basics to cross-sectoral action to stop human rabies deaths (NTDs-Rabies-and-one-health)
World health Organisation Leadership and programme management in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) (IPC-leadership-EN)
World health Organisation Rapid diagnostics for tuberculosis detection (DXTB-EN)
World health Organisation Antimicrobial stewardship programmes in health-care facilities in low- and middle-income countries: a WHO practical toolkit (practical-toolkitfor-AMS) References
Ampaire, Lucas, Microbiology unit coordinator and lecturer, ********@****.**.**,
+256*********, Medical lab. science, MUST
Mubangizi, David, Medical Lab. tech, ******************@*****.***, +256*********
Orikushaba, Isaac, Microbiologist, medical lab manager, *************@*****.***,
+256*********, Bwindi Community Hospital.
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