SPHILLE VENESSA MAKHANYA
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Jim Fouche Street,FS
Summary
Dedicated and detail oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist with a good academic background and practical experience in clinical laboratory testing, diagnostics, and analytical techniques. Skilled in laboratory information systems, quality control, and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to demonstrate leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication, developed through hands-on lab work and team projects. Proficient in applying scientific principles to ensure accurate and reliable test results, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and quality patient care. Eager to contribute to a dynamic laboratory team and further develop technical and professional skills in a healthcare setting.
Overview
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Certification
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year of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
NHLS
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Processed routine and urgent clinical specimens according to laboratory SOPs and specimen suitability requirements.
- Performed analytical testing across Clinical Chemistry, Haematology and Microbiology.
- Conducted microbiological investigations including Gram staining, culture inoculation, organism identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Operated the BACTEC Blood Culture System and VITEK 2 for diagnostic testing.
- Performed daily, weekly and monthly analyser maintenance, calibration and basic instrument troubleshooting.
- Performed Internal Quality Control (IQC) and participated in External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.
- Investigated quality control failures and supported corrective actions to maintain analytical quality.
- Verified analytical results and escalated abnormal and critical findings according to laboratory procedures.
- Maintained Quality Management System documentation through strict adherence to SOPs.
- Supported laboratory turnaround-time requirements while maintaining quality, biosafety and infection prevention standards in a high-volume diagnostic laboratory.
- Assessed specimen suitability to support accurate and reliable diagnostic testing.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Neuberg Global Laboratory
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Completed supervised rotations in Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Virology, Histology, Cytology and Blood Transfusion.
- Performed laboratory procedures in accordance with SOPs.
- Gained practical experience using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS).
- Participated in quality assurance, biosafety and laboratory instrumentation activities.
- Adapted across multiple laboratory disciplines while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Education
BHSc - Medical Laboratory Science
Mangosuthu University of Technology
01-2025
Matriculation - Grade 12
Isolemamba Secondary School
01-2021
Skills
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and LIS
Critical thinking skills and pay attention to detail skills
Excellent problem solving skills to troubleshoot complex laboratory processes and systems
Strong work ethic and time management skills
Good communication skills for effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Teamwork and flexibility skills
Resilient and determined to overcome challenges encountered
High level of integrity, accountability and confidentiality
A good understanding diverse culture
Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
Knowledge for usage of specialised laboratory instrumentation
Willingness to learn, adapt and grow in a fast paced work environment
Certification
HPCSA Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist -Clinical Pathology, Advanced Computer Skills Training (2022–2023)
Personal Information
- Gender: Black Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code10 Learners
- ID Type: HPCSA registration no
- ID Number: MLS 0010880 (Active)
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
NHLS
12.2024 - 11.2025
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Neuberg Global Laboratory
07.2024 - 11.2024
Matriculation - Grade 12
Isolemamba Secondary School
BHSc - Medical Laboratory Science
Mangosuthu University of Technology