Driven Laboratory Technician with comprehensive hands-on experience in analyzing Clinical Laboratory samples for patients across Bermuda. Well-versed in all aspects of laboratory operations, including sample preparation and equipment maintenance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Bermuda Government Clinical Laboratory
04.2024 - Current
Processed specimens following established protocols while adhering to strict safety standards.
Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
Prepared solutions of reagents for use in experiments according to standard procedures.
Conducted quality control testing on incoming materials to ensure accuracy of results.
Collected samples from various sources for analysis in accordance with established guidelines.
Performed laboratory tests such as inoculating cultures, Point of care testing including lipid panels, glucose and HBA1C, and PCR under supervision.
Laboratory Coordinator
Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory
07.2022 - 03.2023
Monitored inventory levels, ordered supplies, and organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
Coordinated laboratory operations and maintained cleanliness of lab environment.
Assisted in the development of new experiments, techniques, and procedures within the laboratory.
Trained new employees on proper laboratory techniques and equipment usage.
Maintained records of research progress through logs, tracking sheets, databases.
Lab Supervisor
Molecular Diagnostics Lab
Warwick, BDA
04.2021 - 06.2022
Responsible for knowing and performing all lab and administrative task within lab protocols and handbook.
Maintained overall Support and direction of staff according to structure of lab protocols.
Responsible for Training and delegating task to Lab staff
Created testing plans based on priority and volume of incoming samples
Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Oversaw quality control initiatives to optimize laboratory performance.
Kept equipment in good working order and facilities clean, neat and organized.
Lab Technician
Molecular Diagnostics Lab
Bermuda
08.2020 - 03.2021
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Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures.
Administered extraction procedures, RT-qPCR processing and communicated with the director to interpret and result patients.
Conduct rapid antigen testing
Monitored and tracked samples using Resqwuest, notifying superiors of patients testing status.
Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
05.2020
Associate of Science -
Bermuda College
Bermuda
05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Bermuda College
Bermuda
05.2015
Skills
Laboratory safety procedures
Sample preparation and analysis
Diagnostic tests
Specimen preparation
Equipment testing and calibration
Staff training and development
First Aid/CPR
Multitasking
Working collaboratively
Technologically savvy
Flexible
Active listening
Systems Training
Roche E411 - Trouble shooting and training
RYVEX Indiko - Instrument training
Indical IndiMag48 - Maintenance and training
CDC Microbiological Techniques - Training
OSHA - BBP training
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Bermuda Government Clinical Laboratory
04.2024 - Current
Laboratory Coordinator
Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory
07.2022 - 03.2023
Lab Supervisor
Molecular Diagnostics Lab
04.2021 - 06.2022
Lab Technician
Molecular Diagnostics Lab
08.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University
Associate of Science -
Bermuda College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Bermuda College
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