DOREEN M. MGAYO
DAR ES SALAAM,TANZANIA
Summary
A qualified and registered medical laboratory scientist with extensive experience in delivering accurate, high -quality, and timely laboratory test results. Proficient in operating complex laboratory equipment and familiar with national and international standards and regulations. Known for strong work ethics, adoptability, and commitment to maintaining high quality standards in all area of laboratory practice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LABORATORY SCIENTIST-MICROBIOLOGY DEPARTMENT HEAD
Rabininsia Memorial Hospital
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
08.2021 - Current
- Training, supervising, and overseeing the work of junior and new staff
- Maintain accurate records of all laboratory test results in accordance with established protocols
- Ensures the laboratory tests are carried out on time and according to the SOPs of the specific assays and principles of Good Clinical and Laboratory Practice
- Operation, calibration, and maintenance of a wide range of laboratory equipment
- Preparation of stains and other reagents to be used in the laboratory
- Participate in EQA, IQA programs
- Adhere to safety procedures and 5S protocols while conducting lab procedures
- Prepare, analyze, communicate, and report clinical test results to physicians for diagnosis and treatment plans
- Implementation of QMS
VOLUNTEERING LAB.SCIENTIST
Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH)
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted research on new methods for testing samples in the laboratory setting
- Conducted testing based on process guidelines, improving experiment efficiency
- Collected specimen samples for clinical trials and assessment
INTERN LAB SCIENTIST
Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH)
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently
- Assessed operations for compliance with safety standards
FIELD WORK TRAINEE
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center (KCMC)
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
04.2018 - 11.2018
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Laboratory Sciences
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College
01.2019
Advanced Certificate of Secondary School Education Examination -
HURUMA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2016
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination -
MARIA DE MATTIAS SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2013
Skills
- Equipment Management
- Laboratory techniques
- QMS Proficiency
- Software Proficiency
- Data Analytics
- Report interpretation
- Project Management
- Hypothesis testing
- Sample preparation
- Microscopy techniques
- Problem solving
- Safety processes and procedures
- Research design
- SPSS
- STATA
References
- Lanja Simoni Kahemela, Laboratory Quality Officer, Muhimbili National Hospital-Mloganzila, +255752159885, P.O. Box 65000, DAR ES SALAAM, DAR ES SALAAM, lanjasimonikahemela@gmail.com
- Davis Kuchaka, Senior Research Scientist, Kilimanjaro Clinical Research Institute (KCRI), +255(0)713 400 246, P.O. Box 2236, MOSHI, KILIMANJARO, dclayk@gmail.com
- James Kalabashanga, Laboratory Scientist, Muhimbili National Hospital, +255787638026, P.O. Box 65000, DAR ES SALAAM, DAR ES SALAAM, jmkalabashanga@yahoo.com, James.kalabashanga@mnh.or.tz
Training
- Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program, Muhimbili National Hospital, 02/24/20, 02/25/20, Infection disease cycle, Hand hygiene, Utilization of PPE, IPC of viral hemorrhagic fever, HCWM (Health Care Waste Management), UTI, Prevention of Surgical site infection, IPC in health laboratory settings, IPC in blood transfusions, Antimicrobial resistance, PEP (Post exposure prophylaxis)
- Quality Management System (QMS), Muhimbili National Hospital, 05/17/21, 05/21/21, Management requirements and technical requirements, Organization and management responsibility, QMS, Document control, Service agreements, Examination by referral laboratories, Resolution of complaints, Identification and control of nonconformities, Corrective action, Evaluation and audits, Management review, Equipment, reagents and consumables, Pre-examination, examination and post-examination processes, Reporting and release of result
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/11/96
- Gender: FEMALE
- Nationality: TANZANIAN
- Marital Status: SINGLE
Timeline
LABORATORY SCIENTIST-MICROBIOLOGY DEPARTMENT HEAD
Rabininsia Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - Current
VOLUNTEERING LAB.SCIENTIST
Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH)
11.2020 - 06.2021
INTERN LAB SCIENTIST
Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH)
11.2019 - 10.2020
FIELD WORK TRAINEE
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center (KCMC)
04.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Laboratory Sciences
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College
Advanced Certificate of Secondary School Education Examination -
HURUMA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination -
MARIA DE MATTIAS SECONDARY SCHOOL