Jebamalar Fencia

Experienced microbiologist with around 3 years of experience in executing standard operating procedures in culture tests. Microscopic examination of microorganisms to determine their morphological characteristics. Preparation of different types of media, solutions and reagents for the isolation of microorganisms.

Growth, isolation & identification of microorganisms. All types of staining in bacteria, fungi and parasites. Microbial isolation techniques such as culture media, plating and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

Strong technical capabilities in detecting different microorganisms and prescribing medications to treat them. I presided over the HICC (Hospital Infection Control Committee) and Biohazard Waste Management. I have guided BSc Microbiology students and functioned as tutor for DDLT students.

Microbiologist - CMC Vellore—Jayaraj Annabakiyam Mission Hospital - Tirunelveli

(2020-10 - 2023-08)

• Started microbiology lab at the facility. Involved in machine purchases such as hot air ovens, Autoclave, microscopes, etc. And also involved in material purchase such as various culture media, stains, test tubes, culture plates, etc.
• Conducted antimicrobial susceptibility testing on over 2000+ clinical samples, resulting in improved treatment protocols for critical infections.
• Conducted antimicrobial susceptibility testing in various clinical samples like urine, pus, sputum, skin scrapings, and body fluids and 2000+ reports were prepared for all clinical tests.
• Prepared various culture media such as differential media, selective media, etc.
• Conducted surveillance tests in air and water in various departments like operation theater, NACU, ICU, etc
• Acted as an invigilator for various hygiene practices performed in different stages in the hospital.
• Acted as Tutor for DDLT students and guided BSC and MSC students.

Intern - CMC Vellore

(2020-03 - 2020-08)

• Gained knowledge in conducting antimicrobial susceptibility testing in various clinical samples.
• Gained knowledge in preparing various culture media, such as differential media, selective media, etc.
• Assisted in the collection and analysis of 200+ microbial samples and supported senior microbiologists in processing various clinical samples.
• Prepared culture media and maintained bacterial cultures, ensuring consistent growth conditions.
• Collected and documented data from various microbiological tests.

B.Sc. - Microbiology - Karpagam University (2015 - 2018) Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

PG Diploma - Medical Microbiology - Christian Medical College, CMC vellore (2018 - 2020) Tamil Nadu

M.Sc. - General Microbiology (Distance Education) - Alagappa University (2021 - 2023) Tamil Nadu