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Keizhari Knight

Pembroke,Bermuda

Summary

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
Keizhari Knight