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Cycling, learning languages
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Richard Appiah-Berko

Fairfield,OH

Summary

A highly motivated individual with diverse interdisciplinary fields of study who demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Culinary Assistant

McDonald's Bad Bergzabern
10.2019 - 04.2024
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Suntreso Government Hospital
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.

Water Quality Analyst (Intern)

Owabi Water Processing Plant
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Assisted with development of health and safety plans for hazardous materials.
  • Interpreted test data to determine whether contamination existed in accordance with environmental laws.
  • Performed microbiological, physical & chemical examination of water samples

Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern

Nkawie-Toase Government Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2015


  • Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Science

Rhineland Pfalz Technical University
Landau, Germany
02-2025

Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
05-2017

High School Diploma -

Kumasi Academy High School
Kumasi, Ghana
06-2013

Skills

  • Sanitation practices

  • Interpersonal and written communication

  • Phlebotomy expertise

  • Laboratory safety protocols

  • Computer & Data Interpretation (MS Word,Excel, R)

  • Analytical Skills

Certification

  • OSHA 10 General Industry (University of South Florida)
  • OSHA 30 General Industry (University of South Florida)
  • Job Safety Analysis ( Safety Unlimited Inc.)
  • Certified Food Safety & Protection, StatefoodSafety
  • First Aid, CPR & BLS (American CPR Care Association)

Cycling, learning languages

Riding Bicycles as a form of cardio exercise every morning before breakfast

German was my first foreign language I voluntarily learned during my leisure time. 

Languages

English
Full Professional
German
Professional Working

Timeline

Culinary Assistant

McDonald's Bad Bergzabern
10.2019 - 04.2024

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Suntreso Government Hospital
09.2017 - 09.2018

Water Quality Analyst (Intern)

Owabi Water Processing Plant
06.2016 - 08.2016

Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern

Nkawie-Toase Government Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2015

Master of Science - Environmental Science

Rhineland Pfalz Technical University

Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology

University of Cape Coast

High School Diploma -

Kumasi Academy High School
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