NONTOBEKO MKHULISA

• Performed quality control (QC) on Roche Cobas A and B analyzers, ensuring test results were within acceptable limits to maintain accuracy and reliability.
• Processed patient specimens, following established protocols and ensuring timely analysis.
• Conducted routine maintenance on Roche Cobas analyzers to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime.
• Monitored outstanding tests using the outstanding test lists to ensure timely completion and follow-up on pending results.
• Resolved technical issues and equipment malfunctions by analyzing test results and identifying potential causes of unexpected outcomes.

• Collaborated effectively with colleagues and supervisors to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Identified specimen types and coded samples to ensure efficient data entry and tracking within laboratory management systems.
• Disposed of chemical waste in compliance with legal regulations, ensuring safety protocols were strictly followed.
• Monitored and recorded refrigerator temperatures in adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliance with laboratory quality standards.
• Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment by tidying benches and workstations, contributing to a safe, hazard-free space.
• Tracked laboratory inventory and ordered supplies to maintain consistent stock levels and support uninterrupted operations.
• Assisted in locating stored specimens for subsequent testing and analysis, ensuring timely processing of samples.
• Conducted high-quality Troponin T tests, ensuring rapid analysis to meet specified turnaround time requirements.
• Performed quality control (QC) checks on Roche Cobas Analyzers (Cobas A and B), ensuring machines were operating within acceptable performance limits.
• Completed bi-weekly QC for urine dipstick testing, following SOPs to ensure test accuracy and consistency.
• Executed preventive maintenance on the Cobas 6000 analyzer, ensuring equipment was properly maintained for optimal performance.
• Carried out manual testing procedures, including Reducing Substances and Steatocrit tests, in accordance with established SOPs.
• Performed urine dipstick and fecal occult blood testing, following all procedural guidelines to ensure reliability and precision.
• Conducted specialized tests, including urine and blood porphyria, to support diagnostic analysis.
• Operated Sebia Symex for serum and urine protein electrophoresis, ensuring accurate and reliable test results.
• Administered sweat chloride testing using Nanoduct Macroduct and Chloridometer, ensuring high-quality results for cystic fibrosis diagnosis.

All the above mentioned were performed in the presence of a senior laboratory technologist.

• Assisted with registrations
• Greeted visitors and appropriately directed to designated areas
• Attended seminars

• Rotated in different departments in the laboratory spending 3 weeks in each department.