Oluchi Akwari

A highly motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist, enthusiastic about contributing to a progressive healthcare and biomedical industry. Seeking a challenging and valuable opportunity to leverage and enhance my excellent skills while delivering top-notch services. Committed to professional growth, and aim to actively participate in a challenging environment that promotes advancement, benefiting the laboratory's mission and healthcare standards.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Medbury Life check Centre - Port Harcourt

(2026-02)

• Processed and analyzed patient specimen while maintaining accurate identification and documentation.
• Performed routine laboratory quality control and monitored results for accuracy and consistency.
• Ensured timely processing and reporting of patients results.

Medical Laboratory Scientist – NYSC - Stevdoc Diagnostic Laboratories - Port Harcourt

(2026-01)

• Performed phlebotomy and collected blood samples from patients.
• Conducted routine laboratory tests including hematology, microbiology, and biochemistry under the supervision of senior laboratory scientists.
• Assisted in the maintenance of laboratory equipment, ensuring all instruments were calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Ensured the production of accurate, reliable and timely results through careful sample analysis and excellent quality control measures.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - DEMYHEALTH Laboratory

(2025-07 - 2025-12)

• Performed phlebotomy and specimen collection, conducted laboratory tests, ensured compliance with laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards and maintained laboratory records and assisted in reporting to management.

Intern Medical Laboratory Scientist – Internship - Federal Medical Center - Umuahia

(2024-07 - 2025-06)

• Analyzed varieties of human samples across all units, including microbiology, parasitology, hematology, immunology, blood transfusion services, histopathology, and clinical chemistry.
• Performed culture and sensitivity testing, Gram staining, microscopy, and molecular methods for infectious disease diagnosis.
• Participated in histopathological tissue processing, staining, and slide interpretation support.
• Assisted in hematological investigations such as complete blood count (CBC), coagulation studies, and malaria parasite microscopy.
• Engaged in weekly departmental presentations and appraisals and contributed to problem-solving and knowledge impact to other colleagues and seniors, and presented four seminar topics across the four units.

Medical Laboratory Assistant - New Covenant Laboratories - Okigwe Rd, Aba, Abia state

(2022-02 - 2022-07)

• Learned and applied appropriate laboratory techniques and procedures following industry regulations and best practices under the guidance of seasoned medical scientists.
• Assisted with processing laboratory specimens for analysis to ensure precision and adherence to protocols
• Collaborated with fellow laboratory team members to troubleshoot issues and enhance workflow efficiency.
• Exhibited meticulous attention to detail and adherence to established protocols while managing delicate medical samples.

Medical Laboratory Science Trainee – Clinical Rotation - University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital - Enugu

(2018-08 - 2022-12)

• Completed structured laboratory rotations across all hematology, clinical chemistry, histopathology, and medical microbiology units.
• Played a significant role in enhancing process efficiency, ensuring the prompt dispatch of test outcomes.
• Conducted a meticulous assessment of sample quality during the reception, accurately recording patient details in both incoming and result logs.
• Assisted senior laboratory staff in their daily duties, encompassing sample organization and preparation for analysis.

Outreach Assistant Team Lead - Community Health Awareness Network

(2021-06)

Volunteer Medical Lab Scientist - Medical and vision Outreach

(2025-12 - 2025-12)

Volunteer Medical Lab Scientist - Outreach by Living kings and Queens

(2025-08 - 2025-08)

Volunteer Medical Laboratory Scientist - NIMELSSA UNEC Health Week

(2023-07 - 2023-07)

Volunteer Lab Scientist - Alvisdra Pharmacy and Vital Signs Team Health Outreach

(2022-08 - 2022-08)

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) - Medical Laboratory Science - University of Nigeria (2022-11)