Biomedical Technologist - NHLS greenpoint - Greenpoint, Cape Town
(2005-12 - 2007-04)
Reason for Leaving: More exposure in career
- Processing and resulting microbiological samples
- Testing bacteria against different antibiotics via antibiotic discs and MIC antibiotic strips
- Quality controls for the antibiotics and media used in the laboratory
- Processing blood culture samples using Bactec machine
Biomedical technologist (locum) - Dr Davies Pathologists
(2007-05 - 2008-07)
Reason for Leaving: Better opportunity overseas (UK)
- Processing and resulting of microbiological samples
- Testing bacteria against different antibiotics via antibiotic discs and MIC antibiotic strips
- Quality controls for the antibiotics and media used in the laboratory
- Training of new/junior staff in microbiology department
Biomedical scientist (locum) - Doctors Laboratory
(2008-08 - 2009-02)
Reason for Leaving: Better opportunity Salisbury
- Processing and resulting of microbiological samples
- Testing bacteria against different antibiotics via antibiotic discs and MIC antibiotic strips
- Quality controls for the antibiotics and media used in the laboratory
- Working on Kiestra machine, trouble shooting and daily maintanance
Biomedical scientist (locum) - Salisbury NHS
(2009-03 - 2009-09)
Reason for Leaving: Better opportunity St Thomas Hospital
- Processing and resulting of microbiological samples
- Testing bacteria against different antibiotics via antibiotic discs and MIC antibiotic strips
- Quality controls for the antibiotics and media used in the laboratory
- Working on Kiestra machine, trouble shooting and daily maintenance
Senior Biomedical technologist - Lancet Laboratories
(2010-04 - 2011-08)
Reason for Leaving: Better opportunity marketing Lancet
- Processing and resulting of microbiological samples
- Testing bacteria against different antibiotics via antibiotic discs and MIC antibiotic strips
- Quality controls for the antibiotics and media used in the laboratory
- Identifying bacteria and testing their sensitivity panels using Vitek
- Using Bactec machine for blood cultures
Marketing Officer - Lancet Laboratories
(2011-09)
Reason for Leaving: Better opportunity and a new challenge
- Contributes to planning and developing strategy for Lancet in order to promote the image, brand awareness and services of Lancet
- Establish and maintain effective relationships and personal contact with existing and prospective clients
- Proactively marketing and selling Lancet services to grow market share
- Participate in and represent Lancet in marketing events e.g. CPD meetings
- Service as first point contact between Lancet and customers
- Provide a feedback loop to all departments within their territory to ensure maintenance of high levels of customer service
