Mackline Alinda
Kampala
Summary
Motivated medical laboratory technologist with hands-on experience in laboratory testing, documentation and sample preparation. Proven track record of handling laboratory tests and equipment operations and with strong attention to detail.
Results-oriented medical laboratory technologist in diagnostic testing and quality control. Able to complete all laboratory tests and procedures accurately and under strict time constraints, ensuring the quality and reliability of test results during each phase.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory technologist
Bethany women's hospital
Uganda
08.2022 - Current
- Perform a variety of technical laboratory procedures as per the validated in place standard
- Responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information
- Maintain positive working relationship with the medical staff and hospital personnel
- Participates in quality control and quality assurance activities
- Comply with laboratory safety procedures
- Assume responsibility to resolve problems
- Making consumable stock requests and doing monthly stock takes at BWH Lab and BCC Lab
- Following up with the procurement officer on consumable stock purchase orders made
- Receiving and documenting consumable supplies delivered by suppliers
- Monitoring stock sheets and updating stock records as required
- Issuing of consumable stock to Bethany Children's Lab and Bethany Women and Family Hospital Entebbe Lab as per their respective requests
- Giving the in charge a monthly consumable stock report
- Attend in-service training and seminars and participates in continuing professional development (CPD) activities
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues from different departments, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication and actively participating in team meetings and discussions.
- Continuously improved laboratory processes through regular review and implementation of updated industry standards.
- Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
- Coordinated with external laboratories to ensure accurate inter-laboratory comparisons and maintain high-quality standards across facilities.
- Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
- Maintained a safe and compliant work environment by adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Consistently maintained a high level of accuracy in test results, ensuring confidence in the laboratory''s findings among healthcare providers.
- Efficiently processed a high volume of samples daily, supporting rapid diagnosis for patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
- Streamlined sample processing for timely results by optimizing workflow and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Trained new Laboratory Technologists on best practices and standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent team performance.
- Achieved timely delivery of patient reports by coordinating with physicians'' offices and other relevant stakeholders.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Laboratory Technologist, Volunteer
Mengo hospital
Uganda
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Collects, processes, and handles blood and/or other biological specimens according to established procedures; instructs patients in the proper collection of samples
- Verify all test results and ensure that they are correctly matched with the specimen
- Label and organize all tests appropriately to make sure that they are easily retrievable
- Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests in the areas of hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis, as assigned; conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid; performs blood counts using microscope
- Performs quality control on test results, ensuring validity and accuracy
- Performs calibration and troubleshooting on testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy
- Keeps records and reports on results according to established procedures
- Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Mbarara University of Science and Technology
01.2020
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
Old Kampala Senior Secondary School
01.2015
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Old Kampala Senior School Secondary
01.2013
Primary Leaving Examination -
Old Kampala Primary School
01.2009
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Team working skills
- Report writing skills
- Computer skills in word and excel
- Customer Care
- Problem solving skills
- Blood banking
- Clinical chemistry
- Enzyme Assays
- Laboratory work competency
- Medical Records Management
- Hematology analysis
- Chemical Handling
- Quality Control Procedures
- Parasitology
- Serology Testing
- Laboratory documentation
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Specimen Preparation
- Report Preparation
- Diagnosing [Type] illnesses
- Specimen Processing
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Laboratory techniques
Languages
English
Runyakitara
Luganda
Othernames
Mackline
Mobilephones
- +256 (0)757652033
- (0)788268844
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Ugandan
References
- Mr. Muwanguzi Enoch, Research Co-coordinator, Medical laboratory Science Department, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, 0392840172, menoch@must.ac.ug
- Mr Rugera Simon Peter, Head of Department, Medical Laboratory Science, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, 0772402338 / 0701430077, sprugera@must.ac.ug
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading educational and inspirational materials
- Reading medical related material and doing research
- Travelling and adventuring
- Serving at church
- Baking
Workshopsandtrainings
- 05/2021, NIDA clinical trials Network, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
- 10/2020, Mbarara University, Good Clinical Laboratory practice (GLCP)
- 05/2019, MUST.UNC Research, Molecular Epidemiology Technique in SubSaharan Africa
- 06/2019, Mitooma Health centre IV, Community Based Education Research and Services Program
- 06/2019, Leadership and community Program
Timeline
Laboratory technologist
Bethany women's hospital
08.2022 - Current
Laboratory Technologist, Volunteer
Mengo hospital
02.2021 - 07.2022
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
Old Kampala Senior Secondary School
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Old Kampala Senior School Secondary
Primary Leaving Examination -
Old Kampala Primary School
Bachelor's Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Mbarara University of Science and Technology