STEBLESON AZURE
Tamale
Summary
Knowledgeable Medical laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Quality-driven team player with an accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering over 12 years of industry expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Ghana Health Service
Tamale Public Health Reference Laboratory
08.2013 - Current
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of diseases.
- Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Utilized molecular and genetic techniques to detect and diagnose diseases.
- Oversaw shipment and reception of laboratory specimens, verifying proper safety precautions and handling methods.
- Reduced errors in test results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity while maintaining high-quality output.
- Increased laboratory capacity by identifying areas for improvement and implementing innovative solutions.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and regular inspection of laboratory facilities.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring competency in all aspects of laboratory operations.
- Developed over 100 Quality Management System (QMS) policy documents and Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Coordinated implementation and maintenance of QMS
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medlab Ghana Limited (Synn Lab Ghana)
Accra/Takoradi
11.2010 - 07.2013
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely and accurate diagnostic results.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Reduced errors in test results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Tested at least 50 hematological, chemistry, and microbiological cases daily
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing standardized testing procedures and protocols.
- Performed routine and scheduled equipment maintenance
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Global Health Security
Yonsei University
Seoul, South Korea02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana09.2009
Skills
- Microbiology Techniques
- Equipment Maintenance
- Testing protocols
- Hematological analysis
- Molecular diagnostics
- Quality Control Management
- Parasitological Techniques
- Immunohematology and Transfusion Medicine
- Phlebotomy and Specimen Collection
- Equipment Operation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Standards and Policy Documents Development
- Team leadership and supervision
- Staff Training and Development
- Clinical Chemistry Analysis
Affiliations
- Allied Health Professions Council, Ghana
- Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists
- Medical Laboratory Professionals Workers Union
- African Society for Laboratory Medicine
Certification
- Real-time PCR for the Detection of Agents of Bacterial Meningitis, USA CDC - June 2020
- Illuminating the Path to ISO15189 Accreditation SLMTA 3 e-learning TOT, AFENET: USA CDC and ASLM - April to August 2022
- Medical and Humanitarian Emergencies Response, John Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health/Graduate School of Public Health Yonsei University - August 2020
- Triplex rt-PCR, USA CDC - April 2021
- Laboratory Quality for Meningitis Surveillance, USA CDC/APHL -September 2021
- Laboratory Biosafety and Biosecurity with Special focus on COVID-19, African Society For Laboratory Medicine - August, 2020
- Vaccinology, International Vaccine Institute, Seoul, South Korea - September 2019
- Gram Staining and Bacterial Culture, USA CDC - February to March 2018
- Metrology for Medical Laboratories, Ghana Standards Authority - February 2018
- GeneXpert and Xpert MTB/RIF assay, Cepheid HBC - July 2016
Additional Information
References
1. Professor Jun Yong Choi: College of Medicine, Yonsei University SERAN@yuhs.ac +82-10-4073-9253
2. Professor Myung Ken Lee: mercychina@gmail.com +82-10-9970-0505
3. Dr. Abass Abdul-Karim: Tamale Zonal Public Health Reference Laboratory, Tamale, Ghana abass.komei@yahoo.com +233244571559
5. Dr. Quaye Lawrence: Department of Medical Laboratory Science, UDS - Ghana Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, UDS - Ghana lawrencequaye@gmail.com +233208043147
6. Dr. Samuel Acquah: University for Professional Studies sacquah@uds.edu.gh +233208505409
7. Professor Gideon Kofi Helegbe: ghelegbe@uds.edu.gh +233242875911
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Ghana Health Service
08.2013 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medlab Ghana Limited (Synn Lab Ghana)
11.2010 - 07.2013
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Global Health Security
Yonsei University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Ghana