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Betty Banda

Lusaka

Summary

Biomedical Scientist with over five years of progressive experience in clinical laboratories. Proven expertise in laboratory leadership, management systems (QMS), and trained in ISO 15189:2022. Skilled in gap assessments, SADCAS accreditation roadmaps, quality assurance training, and SOP compliance. Adept at supervising multidisciplinary teams and validating laboratory data. Recognized for ensuring confidentiality, ethical standards, and timely turnaround of high-quality laboratory results. Currently pursuing an MSc in Epidemiology and Biostatistics to strengthen skills in data-driven decision-making.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Biomedical Scientist

Zambia National Blood and Transfusion Services
Lusaka
09.2024 - Current
  • Conduct pre-transfusion screening, including blood grouping, cross-matching, and infectious disease testing.
  • Process blood donations into components (plasma, RBCs, platelets) while ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice
  • Coordinate specimen storage and transport to maintain integrity.
  • Provide mentorship and technical support to junior staff and trainees.
  • Uphold ethical standards and participant confidentiality in all laboratory processes.

Section Head – Biochemistry/Parasitology Department

Ronald Ross General Hospital
Mufulira
01.2021 - 09.2024
  • Supervised diagnostic services, including testing for TB, HIV, COVID-19, and malaria.
  • Led gap assessments, identification of non-conformities, and implemented corrective actions to align with ISO 15189:2022 requirements.
  • Designed and monitored an accreditation roadmap for laboratory certification.
  • Delivered QA training programs.
  • Actively participated in and coordinated the development and updating of SOPs, and enforced SOP compliance among staff.
  • Applied QMS tools to track accuracy, precision, and turnaround time (TAT).
  • Troubleshot and maintained laboratory equipment (e.g., Pentra C200 analyzer).
  • Liaised with clinicians and hospital administration to ensure timely communication of results.

Section Head – Hematology Department

Ronald Ross General Hospital
Mufulira
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Directed daily operations and supervised staff to ensure high-quality hematology services.
  • Oversaw laboratory results validation, and ensured results were released within stipulated turnaround times.
  • Prepared and submitted laboratory activity reports (daily to annual) to management.
  • Coordinated supply inventory.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules.

Education

MSc - Epidemiology & Biostatistics

University of Lusaka
Lusaka, Zambia
10-2025

BSc - Biomedical Sciences

University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
03-2018

Skills

  • Laboratory Leadership
  • Team Supervision
  • ISO 15189:2022
  • SADCAS Roadmap
  • Quality Management Systems Implementation
  • SOP Development and Update
  • Quality Assurance
  • Laboratory Reporting

Reference

1. Loveness Mondwa – Supervisor
Zambia National Blood and Transfusion Services, Lusaka
Tel: +260 978032600 | Email: lovenessmondwa@gmail.com

2. Mwenda Daka-Kalota – Senior Biomedical Scientist
Ronald Ross General Hospital, Mufulira
Tel: +260 968357395

3.Dr. Shimaponda-Mataa – Lecturer
School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka
Tel: +260 977793927 | Email: nzooma.mataa@unza.zm

Timeline

Biomedical Scientist

Zambia National Blood and Transfusion Services
09.2024 - Current

Section Head – Biochemistry/Parasitology Department

Ronald Ross General Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2024

Section Head – Hematology Department

Ronald Ross General Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2020

MSc - Epidemiology & Biostatistics

University of Lusaka

BSc - Biomedical Sciences

University of Zambia

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