Samuel Cephas

Dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist with expertise in clinical chemistry, microbiology, hematology, histology, parasitology, virology, and blood transfusion services. Adept at performing routine and specialized laboratory tests with a solid commitment to accuracy, quality control, proper documentation, and patient care. Seeking opportunities to leverage my skills in a challenging environment while contributing to efficient laboratory operations and keeping up with advancements in laboratory technology.

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Nairobi Women's Hospital - Nairobi

(2025-11)

• Collecting, receiving, processing, and analyzing laboratory samples.
• Interpreting results and preparing accurate, timely laboratory reports.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring proper functionality.
• Preparing, reading, and interpreting culture media and performing drug sensitivity testing.
• Running internal QC and participating in EQA schemes.
• Preparing reagents and ensuring proper storage conditions.
• Conducting CMEs and updating SOPs.
• Documentation, record keeping, and quality compliance.
• Preparing blood products, performing crossmatching, and dispatching blood units.
• Performing HIV testing and related counseling.
• Preparing and reading histology, malaria, Gram stain, and AFB smears.
• Communicating verified results to clinicians.

Head of Laboratory/Medical Laboratory Technologist - Tembezi Medical Services - Meru

(2025-05 - 2025-10)

• Served as Head of Department overseeing all laboratory operations.
• Prepared, reviewed, and updated SOPs.
• Collected, processed, analyzed, and interpreted laboratory samples.
• Released verified, accurate, and high-quality results.
• Conducted equipment maintenance, calibration, and verification.
• Ran and documented internal QC procedures.
• Maintained documentation and laboratory records.
• Ensured adherence to biosafety, IPC guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Laboratory Technologist - St. Joseph Shelter of Hope Hospital

(2023-07 - 2025-05)

• Collected, labeled, processed, and evaluated blood specimens.
• Analyzed, interpreted, and released accurate and timely results.
• Developed and implemented SOPs.
• Performed equipment calibration, maintenance, and QA procedures.
• Entered results in LIMS and Kenya EMR.
• Maintained laboratory records and safety compliance.
• Participated in MDTs and sample referral meetings.
• Chaired the IPC committee.

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Dalal Laboratories - Nairobi

(2023-02 - 2023-05)

• Reviewed requisition forms, received and processed specimens.
• Prepared reagents and maintained laboratory equipment.
• Performed routine and specialized tests following SOPs.
• Assisted clients with sample collection and processing.

Laboratory Volunteer - Embu Level 5 Hospital-NBTC

(2022-11 - 2023-02)

• Assisted in donor recruitment and sample collection.
• Prepared and processed blood products.
• Maintained equipment and records.

Medical Laboratory Intern - Machakos Level 5 Hospital

(2021-05 - 2021-09)

• Collected and processed samples.
• Performed equipment maintenance and QC.
• Processed and stained histological specimens including tissue sections and Pap smears.
• Assisted in routine and specialized diagnostic tests.

Bachelor's Degree - Medical Laboratory Science - Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (2018 - 2022)

Certificate - Computer Packages - Maurita Computer School (2017 - 2017)

KCSE - Baringo Boys High School (2014 - 2017)

KCPE - Nduluni Primary School (2006 - 2013)