ROTICH EZRA
Medical Laboratory Technologist
242, 204006, SOTIK, KE.Work
Litein, Rift Valley, Kenya
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Summary
Currently serving as a Medical Lab Technologist, overseeing all laboratory sections including Hematology, Biochemistry, Parasitology, and Microbiology, ensuring comprehensive diagnostic support.
Highlights
Optimized laboratory operations by performing routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of equipment, significantly reducing downtime and ensuring continuous service delivery.
Ensured high-quality diagnostic results by rigorously running standards and controls, consistently achieving accuracy and reliability in testing.
Enhanced public health initiatives by actively participating in USAID APhia Plus training programs focused on national tuberculosis, leprosy, and lung diseases.
Drove efficient disease surveillance by collecting and processing critical samples, including VL samples for Walter Reed Kericho and sputum samples for GeneXpert analysis.
Maintained stringent quality standards by conducting internal Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) for TB smears, ensuring precise diagnostic outcomes.
Managed decontamination of working benches and prepared reagents, maintaining a sterile and efficient laboratory environment.
Provided comprehensive Provider-Initiated Testing and Counseling (PITC) services to patients, facilitating early diagnosis and care.
Managed clinical waste disposal according to strict guidelines, ensuring environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
Keringet, Rift Valley, Kenya
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Summary
Served as a Medical Lab Technologist on a short contract, contributing to essential laboratory services and patient care.
Highlights
Provided essential medical laboratory services on a short-term contract, supporting timely patient diagnoses and treatment plans.
Contributed to efficient lab operations by performing diverse diagnostic tests and assisting in sample management.
Collaborated effectively with senior lab technicians, enhancing practical skills and contributing to overall team productivity.
Nakuru, Rift Valley, Kenya
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Summary
Worked as a Medical Lab Technologist on a one-year contract, gaining extensive experience across various laboratory functions.
Highlights
Managed comprehensive laboratory operations for a one-year contract, gaining extensive hands-on experience in sample collection, processing, and diagnostic procedures.
Supported critical patient care by performing a wide range of laboratory tests and ensuring accurate result reporting.
Actively engaged with senior lab personnel to deepen expertise across various medical laboratory functions, improving operational efficiency.
Eldoret, Rift Valley, Kenya
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Summary
Undertook a comprehensive medical laboratory attachment, gaining hands-on experience in advanced diagnostic procedures and laboratory management.
Highlights
Gained comprehensive experience across diverse laboratory sections, including Biochemistry, Phlebotomy, and Microbiology, through extensive rotations.
Developed proficiency in performing a variety of diagnostic tests, such as serum electrolytes, liver function tests, and blood glucose, enhancing clinical support capabilities.
Mastered advanced sample collection techniques and microscopic diagnosis of microorganisms, improving accuracy in pathogen identification.
Prepared specialized culture media, tissues, and laboratory stains, directly supporting complex diagnostic and research activities.
Assisted in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and meticulous recording of patient results, contributing to operational efficiency and data reliability.
Kapkatet, Rift Valley, Kenya
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Summary
Completed a medical laboratory internship, gaining foundational experience in various laboratory procedures and sample management.
Highlights
Supported daily laboratory functions by assisting senior technicians with clerical duties, sample collection, and specimen processing.
Contributed to accurate record-keeping and timely submission of laboratory results, ensuring data integrity for patient care.
About
Highly focused and experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist with over 7 years of progressive experience in comprehensive sample collection, meticulous testing, and critical research. Proven ability to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, efficiency, integrity, and confidentiality across diverse laboratory sections, including Hematology, Biochemistry, Parasitology, and Microbiology. Adept at quality assurance, team leadership, and optimizing lab processes to deliver precise and reliable diagnostic results, contributing significantly to patient care and public health initiatives.
Education
Languages
English
Skills
Laboratory Operations
Sample Collection, Specimen Processing, Diagnostic Testing, Equipment Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Reagent Preparation, SOP Adherence, Clinical Waste Disposal, Medical Record Keeping.
Quality Management
Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Internal Audits, Standards Compliance.
Clinical Diagnostics
Hematology, Biochemistry, Parasitology, Microbiology, Tuberculosis Diagnostics, GeneXpert, Sputum Staining, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, Blood Glucose Testing, Serum Electrolytes, Liver Function Tests.
Public Health Initiatives
Disease Surveillance, PITC Services, USAID Programs, Community Health.
Professional Skills
Team Leadership, Time Management, Accuracy, Confidentiality, Integrity, Problem Solving, Collaboration.
Interests
Reading
Books, Learning.
Sports
Handball, Athletics.
References
MRS. JENIFFER MASAN
Available upon request
MR. CHARLES SIGEI
Available upon request
MR PIUS KEMBOI
Available upon request