Open To Work
JAPHET SIAME
Lusaka
Work Preference
Summary
Medical Laboratory Technologist skilled in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology. Expertise in PCR testing and phlebotomy, with a focus on quality control and precise laboratory testing. Successfully implemented infection control protocols and capacity-building initiatives, enhancing operational standards and patient outcomes. Strong analytical skills ensure accuracy and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Lusaka Provincial Health Office (LPHO)
lusaka, chelstone sub District
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted laboratory tests to analyze patient samples for diagnosis.
- Managed timely procurement of reagents and consumables, avoiding stock-outs, while controlling costs.
- Coordinated budget preparations to enhance funding acquisition for operational needs.
- Crafted comprehensive work plans for effective performance monitoring and evaluation.
- Executed infection control programs through primary and secondary prevention strategies.
- Directed capacity-building initiatives to foster critical skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of laboratory programs for customized interventions.
- Established rigorous quality assurance protocols to uphold operational excellence.
- Trained new staff on laboratory techniques and safety practices effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive blood tests, including CBC, lipid panels, and glucose levels, ensuring accurate patient diagnoses.
Laboratory Technologist (Volunteering)
University of Zambia, Veterinary COVID -19 Testing Laboratories (LPHO)
lusaka
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Conducted COVID-19 tests following established laboratory protocols.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
- Collected and processed samples adhering to safety and quality standards.
- Documented test results in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline testing procedures.
- Trained new staff on laboratory techniques and safety practices.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during testing operations.
- Prepared reagents and solutions used in testing processes.
- Using BSL-3 for sample pulling extraction.
- COVID-19 RNA extraction is running the experiment on the RT-PCR assay.
- Analyze the experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
Laboratory Technologist
Zambia Tuberculosis & Leprosy Trust
lusaka
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Organization and coordination of daily routine work.
- Generation of weekly and monthly reports, and statistics.
- Performed serological techniques (direct and indirect ELISA).
- Documentation of all laboratory occurrences.
- Budget generation, planning, and ordering laboratory commodities not supplied.
- Prepare and arrange the laboratory work area for daily routine work.
- Bacteriology, serology, EID, and virology.
- Monitoring specimen collection, which includes sputum for TB and blood samples for CD4 and viral load.
- Recording and reporting of laboratory commodities.
- Conducted experiments with strict adherence to protocol guidelines.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Conducted quality sample reception, phlebotomy swabbing, and laboratory analysis in OPD.
- Prepared safe blood products for transfusion, including TTI screening and compatibility testing in Blood Bank.
- Analyzed genetic material using PCR techniques and viral load skills in Molecular Laboratory.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of blood parameters and CSF sugar levels in Chemistry Laboratory.
- Executed antigen/antibody reaction assessments for various infections in Serology Laboratory.
- Identified bacteria through sensitivity testing and prepared media in Bacteriology Laboratory.
- Analyzed blood cellular parameters utilizing thin smear and automated full blood count in Hematology Laboratory.
- Examined parasitic infections using microscopic analysis of stool, blood, and urine samples in Parasitology Laboratory.
Education
Diploma - Biomedical Sciences
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, Zambia01.2019
School Certificate -
Chinika secondary
Lusaka, Zambia01.2012
Skills
- Clinical laboratory testing
- HIV and ART management
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Quality management systems
- Laboratory information systems
- Infection control protocols
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Research methodologies
- Calibration and quality control
- Laboratory safety practices
- Equipment maintenance
- Serology techniques
- Blood bank operations
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Result reporting
- Urinalysis testing
- Lab supply management
Affiliations
- Registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
- Member of the Biomedical Society of Zambia
Training
- 2020, coronavirus: what you have to know
- 2020, family planning and HIV service integration
- 2019, HIV/AIDS, and TB management
- 2019, HIV laboratory techniques and good laboratory practice
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/25/94
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: ZAMBIAN
- Marital Status: SINGLE
- Religion: CHRISTIANITY
Nrc Number
341152/66/1
Languages
English
First Language
Bemba
Beginner
A1
Tonga
Upper Intermediate
B2
Nyanja
Intermediate
B1
Certification
2025: TB management
2023: HIV syphilis dual testing
2022: Recency/EID management
2020: Coronavirus, what you have to know
2020: Family planning and HIV service integration
2019: HIV/AIDS and TB management
2019: HIV laboratory techniques and good laboratory practice
Accomplishments
- Best performing medical laboratory technologist in the district
Hobbies and Interests
Church, reading educational books, listening to music, researching, soccer, and adventures
References
- Mr. D. Moyo, Provincial Chief Biomedical SCientist, Lusaka Provincial Health Office. +260 972096322
- Dr. N. Saasa, Head of the Veterinary Medicine Department of Disease Control, University of Zambia, +260-977-811-738, nsaasa@gmail.com
- Mr. Chimolula Innocent, Senior Biomedical Scientist, Levy Mwanawasa UTH, +260 977 844 822, chimolulainnocent@yahoo.com
- Miss Elina Mujuda, acting organization director, Zambia Tuberculosis and Leprosy Trust, +260971834074, mujudamakonde@gmail.com
- Mr. K. Kamau, Senior Biomedical Technologist, Levy Mwanawasa UTH, +260977651200, kasapatukamau@yahoo.co.uk.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Lusaka Provincial Health Office (LPHO)
04.2022 - Current
Laboratory Technologist (Volunteering)
University of Zambia, Veterinary COVID -19 Testing Laboratories (LPHO)
11.2020 - 04.2022
Laboratory Technologist
Zambia Tuberculosis & Leprosy Trust
06.2020 - 04.2022
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2020
Diploma - Biomedical Sciences
Evelyn Hone College
School Certificate -
Chinika secondary
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