Mwajuma Kanyare
West Jordan
Summary
Background includes extensive experience in laboratory settings, performing preventive maintenance on equipment and calibrating instruments to manufacturer specifications. Demonstrated proficiency in conducting routine laboratory tests such as PCR and ELISA assays while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards. Effectively managed inventory of reagents and materials, contributing to streamlined laboratory operations and accurate data logging. Experience in phlebotomy procedures, including specimen collection and emergency response, highlights a commitment to quality control and patient safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Any Lab test
Murray
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
- Reviewed literature related to research projects conducted in the lab.
- Organized and managed inventory of reagents and other materials used in the lab.
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
- Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
- Prepared laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, process, or quality control.
Phlebotomy
Jordan valley hospital
West Jordan
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Performed phlebotomy procedures for laboratory testing.
- Adhered to safety practices while performing phlebotomy procedures following universal precautions guidelines.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with various procedures related to phlebotomy.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any emergency situations related to phlebotomy services or equipment malfunctioning.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies used during the outreach phlebotomy process.
- Coordinating the daily activities of the phlebotomy team, including scheduling shifts and assigning tasks.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Education
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Utah School of Phlebotomy
Murray, UT10-2019
Medical Assistant - Health And Wellness
Eagle Gate College
Murray, UT05-2017
High School Diploma -
Taylorsville High School
Taylorsville 06-2013
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Instrument calibration
- Sample preparation
- PCR and ELISA
- Specimen processing
- Safety compliance
- Data documentation
- Quality control
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Data logging
- Lab safety protocols
- Tissue sample handling
- Trained in HIPAA compliance
- Workstation organization
- Rapid tests
- Multiple task prioritization
- CLIA & OSHA compliance
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Sharp critical thinker
- Documentation compliance
- Data entry
- Chromatography methods
- Safety data interpretation
- HIPAA compliance
- Lab inventory management
- Lab testing and reporting
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Laboratory disinfection
- Laboratory techniques
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Any Lab test
01.2022 - 11.2022
Phlebotomy
Jordan valley hospital
02.2020 - 09.2020
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Utah School of Phlebotomy
Medical Assistant - Health And Wellness
Eagle Gate College
High School Diploma -
Taylorsville High School