Gayatri Shinde

Dedicated and detail-oriented Microbiology Laboratory Technician with 6+ years of experience in hospital-based clinical microbiology laboratories. Skilled in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, serology, and clinical pathology testing. Experienced in handling automated diagnostic systems including VITEK, BACT/ALERT, Mini VIDAS, and GeneXpert. Strong ability to manage high sample volumes while maintaining accuracy, quality control, and timely reporting.

Microbiology Lab Technician at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital (2016-03 – 2022-08)

• Performed and analyzed microbiological tests in Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Urinalysis, and Serology departments.
• Processed urine, blood, and other clinical samples for pathogen identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing.
• Operated automated systems including VITEK, BACT/ALERT, Mini VIDAS, and GeneXpert.
• Loaded and monitored blood cultures in BACT/ALERT automated system.
• Conducted multiple urine cultures daily with accurate reporting.
• Performed C. difficile testing for stool samples.
• Maintained daily worksheets and coordinated with nursing homes for missing specimens.
• Communicated critical test results effectively to physicians and nursing staff.
• Ensured compliance with laboratory quality control standards and safety protocols.

Lab Technician at Kaifak Medicare (2015-11 – 2016-03)

• Blood collection, labeling, and sample sorting.
• Blood grouping and routine clinical pathology testing.
• Assisted in routine laboratory diagnostics.

Technician (Internship/Training) at Nair Hospital (2015-07 – 2015-10)

• Assisted in microbiology and clinical laboratory procedures.
• Sample preparation and documentation.
• Supported senior technicians in diagnostic testing.

PGDMLT in Medical Laboratory Technology – MSBTE (2016)

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology – Bhavan's College (2014)

Higher Secondary Certificate – Patkar College