BERNARD BONSU
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
The Bronx,NY
2
Languages
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Clinical Laboratory Technologist with 15 years experience specializing in quality control testing, proficiency testing, Chemistry, Coagulation, and hematology analysis, completing 9–16 quality control and proficiency testing events per month for cancer care and diagnostic support. Performs complex laboratory work with automated analyzers, microscope review, and LIS documentation to deliver accurate, timely results. Supports laboratory accreditation and physician decision-making through consistent adherence to regulatory standards and test accuracy.
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Member
5 Years- Facilitated hands-on laboratory exercises, fostering practical skills and real-world application of theoretical concepts.
- Developed and delivered engaging coursework in medical laboratory science to enhance student understanding.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Participated in departmental meetings, contributing insights for program development and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies in lectures.
- Established strong rapport with students, creating an inclusive learning environment that fostered curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted full-time faculty in developing new courses or revising existing ones based on student feedback and emerging trends in the field.
- Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
7 Years 4 Months- Conducted quality control and proficiency testing, ensuring compliance with New York State laboratory standards.
- Expert in utilizing various laboratory equipment and technologies to ensure accurate and timely results.
- Adhered to quality control protocols and regulatory standards, maintaining laboratory accreditation and ensuring high-quality results.
- Analyzed hematological blood work for cancer patients, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous quality control procedures.
- Mentored junior technologists on testing protocols and laboratory best practices.
- Streamlined laboratory processes by optimizing workflows and reducing turnaround times for critical test results.
- Contributed to the development of new testing methods, enhancing diagnostic capabilities within the clinical lab setting.
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
2 Years 9 Months- Ensured operation of chemical analyzers and other laboratory equipment through calibration, maintenance of equipment inventories, and evaluation of new techniques.
- Conducted high-complexity laboratory tests to support patient diagnosis and treatment decisions.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced laboratory workflow efficiency.
- Trained staff on the use of advanced laboratory equipment and technologies.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Participated in quality control initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary.
- Troubleshot complex equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent performance of laboratory instruments.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate test ordering and result interpretation.
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
3 Years 4 Months- Analyzes blood and other body fluids such as urine, CSF, vitreous fluids using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities and enter findings into LIS.
- Position includes monitoring of the Lab's established quality control systems and measures, collaborating in diagnosis and treatment plans, and providing education to medical center staff and the public.
- Prepared standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples following standardized formulas.
- Supervise and instruct other technicians and Laboratory assistants
- Collaborated with clinical teams to interpret test results and provide critical insights for patient care.
- Analyzed complex data sets to ensure accuracy in reporting laboratory findings.
- Implemented a more streamlined sample processing system that reduced errors while increasing overall productivity.
- Established a culture of excellence within the lab by setting high expectations for performance and fostering a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Master of Public Health - Environmental and Occupational Health
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Skills
Competency testing
Cerner and Epic
Laboratory information systems
Laboratory equipment calibration
Specimen processing
High Sensitivity Troponin validation
Instrument maintenance
Result verification
Quality control testing
Proficiency testing
Regulatory compliance
Laboratory accreditation
Team supervision
Competency assessment
Accomplishments
- Validated clinical utility of High-Sensitivity Troponin assays by performing extensive correlation testing to ensure assay precision.
- Led inter- and intra-laboratory correlation studies for IOPTH assays
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Licensed New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist - 016953
- American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCPi)- 2695
LANGUAGES
English - Advanced
Asante Twi - Advanced
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Member
CUNY Hunter College (Department of Medical Laboratory Science)
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
04.2019 - CurrentRead More
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Centre
06.2016 - 03.2019Read More
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Jacobi Medical Centre
01.2013 - 05.2016Read More
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science from Medical Laboratory Technology
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CUNY School of Public Health And Health Policy
Master of Public Health from Environmental and Occupational Health
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Western Governors University
Master of Business Administration from Business Administration
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