Benard Odira

Diligent, motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist, licensed by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board. I have a progressive two-year hand-on experience in medical laboratories of both hospital and private institutions. Practiced in undertaking diagnostic testing in the fields of hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, parasitology and serology.

Skilled in quality assurance, the correctness of results, and assisting clinicians in the timely diagnosis and treatment of patients. A reliable collaborator who is devoted to professionalism, ethics and superb work in the laboratory.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Sholem Medical Clinic

(2025-10)

• Carry out routine and specialized laboratory examination in hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, serology and parasitology.
• Ensure accurate specimen handling, processing, analysis, and reporting of result
• Calibration of laboratory equipment, as well as internal quality control.
• Ensuring compliance with professional and legal standards required to adhere to the national and institutional regulations.
• Maintaining laboratory safety, infection control and professionalism.
• Maintaining professional registration and licensing, and upholding ethical standards set by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
• Ensuring adherence to biosafety and waste disposal guidelines.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Agate Medical Center

(2024-11 - 2025-10)

• Conducted diagnostic laboratory investigations and documented findings accurately.
• Implemented quality control measures to ensure reliability of test results.
• Managed laboratory inventory and ensured availability of reagents and supplies.
• Collaborated with clinicians to support patient care decisions.
• Provided technical advice on test selection and interpretation
• Ensured compliance with professional and legal standards required to adhere to the national and institutional regulations.
• Maintaining professional registration and licensing, and upholding ethical standards set by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
• Adhered to biosafety and waste disposal guidelines

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Flokim Medical Laboratory

(2024-06 - 2024-08)

• Performed routine laboratory tests and ensured timely result reporting.
• Assisted in sample collection, preparation, and storage.
• Maintained biosafety standards and laboratory cleanliness.

Volunteer – Medical Laboratory Department - Nakuru Level 5 Hospital

(2024-01 - 2024-01)

• Assisted in high-volume laboratory testing and specimen processing.
• Supported quality assurance and infection control practices.
• Strengthened practical skills in diagnostic procedures.

Industrial Attachment – Medical Laboratory Department - Nakuru Level 5 Hospital

(2023-05 - 2023-08)

• Rotated through Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Transfusion, and Parasitology departments.
• Performed laboratory investigations under supervision.
• Gained experience in laboratory information systems and result reporting.
• Served as a student leader at the facility for all the attachees at the laboratory department.

Bachelor's Degree - Medical Laboratory Science - Mount Kenya University (2020 - 2024)

KCSE Certificate - Agoro Sare High School (2016 - 2019)

KCPE Certificate - Gada Primary School (2008 - 2015)