Admire Tine Makunde
Mbabane
Summary
A highly creative, motivated and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist, with proven attention to detail and producing quality results timeously, outstanding problem solving and communication skills. Sixteen years of experience and extensive knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management systems based on (ISO15189:2022, ISO20658, ISO22367:2020, ISO17025:2017), GCLP and worked in laboratories, both public and academic clinical laboratories. I’m highly flexible and can easily adapt to new technologies and challenges. Skilled in performing and analysing laboratory assays and resolving clinical and instrumental problems. Organized Medical Laboratory Scientist proficient precisely at analysing, recording and reporting test results, including critical specimens. Have great experience of reagent and equipment procurement, evaluating, operating and maintaining complex and simple laboratory equipment and developing SOPs, with great emphasis on quality control and quality assurance. I have a well-developed work ethic that is client oriented too. Possess profound knowledge in haematology, blood transfusion, serology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, parasitology and histology pathologies, techniques, QA and QC procedures.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Mentor & Advisor
ICAP Global Health Eswatini seconded to Ministry of Health Eswatini
05.2021 - Current
- Mentorship and supportive supervision by providing technical support on bench-level skills to technologists in the bacteriology at Fleming Fund-supported sites
- Supervising the operation of the manual and automated microbiology laboratory for the examination of bacteria and fungi
- Provides technical expertise in the examination of specimens using biochemical and microbiological procedures leading to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
- Coordinates the implementation and surveillance of quality control standards including but not limited to the proper transportation, delivery and identification of incoming specimens, periodic instruction, testing and preventive maintenance of equipment and instruments, regular analysis of control samples and standards, and the update of laboratory manuals
- Interprets test results, correlates the results of manual and automated procedures and issues written reports of findings to physicians and health officials
- Insures compliance of local and international regulations, including those related to safety measures to avoid physical, chemical, biological and radiological hazards
- Give regular feedback to the Chief technologist on day-to-day activities in the clinical laboratories
- Representing the laboratories in the antimicrobial stewardship meetings
- Provide technical support in the establishment and maintenance of national bacteriology biorepository
- Provide technical assistance for the safe handling and referral of clinical specimens from the sentinel sites to the National Reference Laboratory
- Support sentinel sites in inventory management to avoid disruptions in testing due to supply challenges
- Providing training to students on clinical attachment and new laboratory personnel in the haematology, blood transfusion and bacteriology laboratories
- Support surveillance activities by assisting the laboratories in preparing the necessary monthly reports and antimicrobial resistance reports (AMR)
- Involved in Proficiency Testing (PT) preparation, distribution, data analysis, feedback and follow-up) for all supported laboratory in bacteriology
- Drafting Standard Operating procedures for bacteriology
- Conducts performance evaluation of subordinate staff members and provides training to new employees
- Supervises the preparation of media and reagents for microbiology laboratories
- Maintains inventory of materials and supplies for microbiology laboratories and places orders to ensure proper operation of laboratory procedures
- Conducts laboratory audits to ensure compliance of mandated ISO standards
- Develops and regularly updates quality assurance manual for the bacteriology department
- Performs various types of clinical analyses in Haematology and Coagulation on blood specimens
- Provides technical assistance as needed in Haematology and Clinical Chemistry
- Participates in feasibility studies in setting up new procedures.
Tutor
Southern Africa Nazarene University
08.2013 - 12.2023
- Lecture and practical demonstration in Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Cell Pathology and Clinical Biochemistry.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Conducted regular evaluations of curriculum materials, making recommendations for updates or revisions as needed to maintain relevance in today''s rapidly changing world.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Head of Clinical Pathology Skills Laboratory
ESWATINI MEDICAL CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY LAB
01.2014 - 04.2021
- Performing routine medical laboratory sciences work up to highest standards, following Laboratory policies, procedures and guidelines
- Writing, maintaining and enforcing Laboratory procedures and their related testing equipment
- Ensuring application and implementation of operational procedures are done to best practice standards to optimise use of resources
- Enforcing implementation of quality management programmes that are patient centred and measure client satisfaction
- Prioritising and organising work during busy working periods and co-ordinating multiple concurrent testing
- Registering, storing and maintaining levels of reagent stock and materials in the laboratory
- Receiving, recording and investigating details of non-conformances, complaints and report findings to Head of Medical Laboratory Sciences Department
- Working with and managing other Laboratory staff members
- Communicating effectively and have effective team building sessions for work evaluation and laboratory improvement
- Monitoring workflow, assessing staff levels and reassigning as needed
- Following up to ensure work is completed
- Participating in the Medical Laboratory Sciences research projects
- Ensuring safety procedures are in place and make sure that the safety protocols are being adhered to
- Ensuring efficient and effective Laboratory service delivery to the clients
- Procure simple and complex medical laboratory equipment and their reagents needs
- New equipment quality verification (validity and reliability)
- Verifying method for various equipment and reagents
- Developing SOPs and study guides for Microbiology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Histology, Immunology and Blood Transfusion
- Evaluate and document performance of medical laboratory students and fellow colleagues
- Troubleshooting methods and instruments
- Developing and evaluating new methodologies
- Identify areas of quality improvement and planning, monitoring and reporting of quality improvement findings and outcomes
- Ensuring laboratory quality standards are met and documented
- Writing, reviewing and revising technical procedures
- Perform samples processing/testing in a multi-disciplinary Laboratory: Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Microbiology, Serology/Immunology, Clinical Chemistry, Histology.
Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist
National Referral Laboratory
04.2008 - 12.2013
- Involvement in policy and standard operation procedure preparation for Histology, Haematology and Blood Bank laboratories
- Head of Haematology and Blood Bank Department and Supervising day to day running of the departments
- Performing and interpreting various tests in Haematology and Coagulation, Leukaemia screening, Coagulation studies, Malaria Parasites Screening, etc
- Laboratory Information System (LIS) Super User, focal person, on site troubleshooting of the LIS
- Training of new staff
- Technical assistance to peripheral laboratories
- Ensuring that results are checked, validated and dispatched to the wards according to set turnaround times
- Maintaining surveillance of scientific literature, recognizing need for applying new or improved techniques and procedures
- Maintaining instrument service schedules and making sure that services are done timeously
- Participation in health information, monitoring and evaluation in clinical meetings
- Duties in Blood bank: Blood grouping, cross matching, antibody screening and identification, feto-maternal studies, transfusion reaction investigations, etc.
- Maintained accurate records of test results, ensuring proper documentation and effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies without compromising the quality of laboratory services, demonstrating fiscal responsibility within the department.
Medical Laboratory Scientific Officer
Ministry of Health Botswana
12.2006 - 03.2008
- Worked in the HIV Management Laboratory performing viral load tests, T-cell counts, HIV and Hepatitis B and C screening
- Also performed emergency laboratory duties in Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, and Microbiology.
Assistant Research Medical Laboratory Scientist
University of Zimbabwe AIDS Research Institute Laboratory
09.2005 - 11.2006
- Performed serology tests for HIV, Herpes, Hepatitis B and C, Western blots for HIV, RPR and TPHA for Syphilis, PCR techniques for Chlamydia Trachomatis, Human Papiloma virus and Neisseria Gonorrhoea detection, Trichomonas Vaginalis detection, investigation of bacterial vaginosis, culturing of breast milk, viral load tests in breast milk and blood.
Medical Laboratory Science Student On attachment
Mpilo Hospital Laboratory, and National Blood Transfusion Services Centre
07.2003 - 05.2004
- Internship in accredited clinical laboratories gaining practical experience in all disciplines of Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Education
MSc in BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES -
ULSTER UNIVERSITY
06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
07.2005
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Training and Development
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
- Licensed to practise as a medical laboratory by the following professional councils
- American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Zimbabwe Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council
- Botswana Health Profession Council
- Swaziland Health Profession Council
References
- Mr Mtisi, Gibson (Regional Laboratory Advisor), ICAP (Technical Support to Ministry of Health), Injabulo House, Mbabane, Eswatini, +268 2404 5797, gm2692@cumc.columbia.edu
- Mr Mlungisi P. Msibi (Dean of Faculty of Health Sciences), Eswatini Medical Christian University, P.O.BOX A624, Swazi plaza, Mbabane, Eswatini, +268 76 787 648, profmlungi@gmail.com
- Mr. Themba Nkosi ( Head of Department), Southern Africa Nazarene University, Box 6800, Manzini, Eswatini, +268 2505 5749, thenkosi@yahoo.com or thembanko@sanu.ac.sz
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Mentor & Advisor
ICAP Global Health Eswatini seconded to Ministry of Health Eswatini
05.2021 - Current
Head of Clinical Pathology Skills Laboratory
ESWATINI MEDICAL CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY LAB
01.2014 - 04.2021
Tutor
Southern Africa Nazarene University
08.2013 - 12.2023
Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist
National Referral Laboratory
04.2008 - 12.2013
Medical Laboratory Scientific Officer
Ministry of Health Botswana
12.2006 - 03.2008
Assistant Research Medical Laboratory Scientist
University of Zimbabwe AIDS Research Institute Laboratory
09.2005 - 11.2006
Medical Laboratory Science Student On attachment
Mpilo Hospital Laboratory, and National Blood Transfusion Services Centre
07.2003 - 05.2004
MSc in BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES -
ULSTER UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
- Licensed to practise as a medical laboratory by the following professional councils
- American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Zimbabwe Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council
- Botswana Health Profession Council
- Swaziland Health Profession Council
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