SHANNON ANDREA ADONIS
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Cape Town
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant with a strong focus on night duty operations. With 9 years of laboratory experience, I have honed my skills in working independently as a Night Duty Laboratory Assistant. Expertise lies in maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy in test results, and strictly adhering to safety protocols. Developed excellent communication and organization skills, instrumental in delivering efficient and reliable outcomes. Known for strong work ethic and commitment to ethical practices, excels at troubleshooting and ensuring successful outcomes in all tasks undertaken.
Overview
2014
2014
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Medical Laboratory Assistant
PathCare
Somerset West , Cape Town
3 2016 - 5 2024
- Adhered to strict documentation requirements to maintain data integrity and reporting accuracy
- Observed laboratory protocols for instrument preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration
- Implemented consistent control and quality assurance testing to safeguard quality adherence
- Communicated effectively with other medical professionals regarding patient care needs or concerns
- To receive, process and distribute laboratory specimens of approx. -+ 60 patients per shift and perform administrative functions
- Computer literacy (Meditech, MS Office Word, Excel)
- Distributing patient results to doctors or other medical professionals
- Handle queries, result enquiries, reporting of results and after-requests
- Monitor and resolve on hold forms, incompletes and open batches
- Perform maintenance and troubleshoot departmental scanners, printers and computers with assistance from IT if needed
- Store and discard specimens
- Acted as Transport Co-Ordinator on night duty
- Processing and receiving microbiology specimens
Financial Consultant
JD Group
Somerset West , Cape Town
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Fostered strong relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service through regular communication and meetings
- Data capturing
- Cashier duties
- Switch board operator managing approx. 20 incoming call per day
- Debtors and Creditors
- Interview customers and capturing credit applications
- Record management
Carer
Huis Serenitas
Strand, Cape Town
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Checked on patients multiple times throughout shift
- Bathed, dressed and groomed clients to help service users maintain good hygiene practices
- Monitored clients' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff
- Responded calmly during emergencies, following established protocols while prioritizing client safety
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through oral care, hair care, nail care, and toileting assistance
- Administered basic treatments and OTC medications to meet client needs
- Managed nutritional needs of patients by preparing meals, monitoring food intake, and adjusting diets as necessary.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Pathology / Media
PathCare Academy
Good Wood, Cape Town 01.2014 - 04.2015
Home Based Care and First Aid -
St John’s
Somerset West 04.2001 - 03.2012
Skills
Data entry accuracy
Laboratory information systems
Quality Control Procedures
Lab equipment maintenance
Processing and Analyzing data
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Patient confidentiality
Clinical chemistry
Administrative Support
Switchboard duties
Specimen Processing and preparation
Medical terminology proficiency
References
- Brewine Martin(PathCare)-021 852 1942
- Linda Nortje(PathCare)-062 391 9674
- Lezaan Van Dyk ( PathCare) - 021 852 3144
- Lynne Scholtz(JD Group)-084 319 1343
- Head Sister(Huis Serenitas)-021 853 7255
Timeline
Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Pathology / Media
PathCare Academy
01.2014 - 04.2015
Carer
Huis Serenitas
06.2012 - 09.2012
Financial Consultant
JD Group
01.2012 - 12.2013
Home Based Care and First Aid -
St John’s
04.2001 - 03.2012
Medical Laboratory Assistant
PathCare
3 2016 - 5 2024
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