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Suwilanji Nampasa

Chipata,Zambia

Summary

I am a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist with a genuine passion for healthcare and the science behind accurate diagnostics. I'm driven to apply both knowledge and hands-on experience to make a meaningful impact in any setting. I value teamwork, continuous learning, and collaboration across disciplines to help deliver the best possible outcomes in patient care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Medical Laboratory Scientist

Chipata Central Hospital
Chipata, Zambia
03.2025 - Current

Intern

University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka, Zambia
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Gained experience in various laboratories, including Central Specimen Reception (CSR), Microbiology Laboratory, Haematology Laboratory, Biochemistry Laboratory, Parasitology Laboratory, Blood Bank, Tuberculosis Laboratory (TB), Histopathology Laboratory and Virology Laboratory.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
  • Assisted in polling activities during the UNZASU elections, 2024.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Zambia (UNZA)
Lusaka
11.2024

Certificate - Psychosocial Counseling

University of Zambia (UNZA)
Lusaka
07.2024

Advanced A Level Certificate -

David Kaunda Technical School
Lusaka
10.2019

Certificate - Computer Studies

Chipata
Chipata
01.2018

General certificate of Secondary School (GCSE) -

St. Monica's Girls Secondary School
Chipata
11.2017

Skills

  • Peripheral Blood Smear (PBS) analysis
  • Haematology tests
  • Sample collection and handling
  • Malarial diagnosis via microscopy
  • Microscopy procedures
  • Molecular diagnostics
  • PCR techniques
  • Biochemical Testing
  • Report writing
  • Documentation
  • Time Management
  • Organisation
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Leadership
  • Event coordination
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

1.LABORATORY DIAGNOSIS  AND TECHNIQUES

*Proficient in Peripheral Blood Smear (PBS) analysis and other haematology tests, Familiar in sample collection and handling.

*Skilled in malarial diagnosis via microscopy and other microscopy procedures.

* Familiar with molecular diagnostics (PCR techniques), Competent in Biochemical Testing.

2.GRNERAL PROFESSIONAL SKILLS *Report writing and Documentation, *Time Management and Organisation, *Attention to detail and accuracy, *Problem solving and critical thinking, *Ability to work well in a team,

*Ability to work well under pressure, *Leadership and event coordination, *Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, *Fluent in English and Chinyanja

References

  • Dr Nzooma M. Shimaponda Mataa, Lecturer and Researcher, University of Zambia School of Health Science, P.O Box 50110, Lusaka, Zambia, nzooma.mataa@unza.zm, +260977793927
  • Ganizani Mwanza, Laboratory Technologist, University Teaching Hospital, ganizanim100@gmail.com, +260979551820
  • Lewis Chikambwe, Tuberculosis Laboratory (TB) section, University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, ichikambwe@yahoo.com, +260973805864
  • Sr Faustina, Headmistress, St. Monica's Secondary School, P.O Box 510400, Chipata, Zambia

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Chinyanja
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Volunteer Medical Laboratory Scientist

Chipata Central Hospital
03.2025 - Current

Intern

University Teaching Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Zambia (UNZA)

Certificate - Psychosocial Counseling

University of Zambia (UNZA)

Advanced A Level Certificate -

David Kaunda Technical School

Certificate - Computer Studies

Chipata

General certificate of Secondary School (GCSE) -

St. Monica's Girls Secondary School
Suwilanji Nampasa