Tshegofatso Mabote
Medical Technologist
Pretoria
Summary
I am a self-motivated and disciplined professional with a strong passion for customer care and a commitment to excellence. Always eager to learn, I embrace change with flexibility and use it as an opportunity for growth. With a background in medical technology and over eight years of experience in laboratory settings, I possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of the processes required to ensure high-quality, reliable results.
As a Virology Medical Technologist, I have developed expertise in performing laboratory tests and procedures that support physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating, and preventing disease. My methodical approach to data analysis, combined with my proficiency in specialized instruments and computer systems, ensures precise and accurate testing. I am committed to optimizing patient safety while minimizing medical errors, and I consistently strive to maintain the highest standards of care and reliability in every aspect of my work.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Medical Technologist Independent Practice Virology
National Health Laboratory Services
7 2016 - Current
- Perform lab tests, analyze quality controls, report findings and verify results to help determine disease pathology, using manual and automated serological and molecular techniques
- Laboratory equipment, bench and environmental maintenance
- Adherence to specified Turn-Around-Time
- Identification, troubleshooting and reporting of errors and non-conforming events
- Computer literate (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, excel, Outlook)
- Validation of new test methodologies and inter-lab comparisons
- Run and review Internal Quality Controls, Participate in and review External Quality Assurance
- Stock counting and control, lot-to-lot verification
- Attend and present CPD activities
- Competent on analyzers: Thermofischer 3730 DNA Analyzer, Proflex PCR system, Cepheid GeneXpert, Nuclisens Easymaq, Abbott Alinity M, Abbott M2000, Roche Cobas e601, Roche Cobas 8800, Seegene Nimbus.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Health Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, HatfieldBaccalaureus Technologiae - Biomedical Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, Arcadia CampusNational Diploma - Biomedical Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, Arcadia CampusGrade 12 National Senior Certificate -
Hoërskool Ben Viljoen
Skills
Health and Safety representative: Ensure that the department is compliant with all Health and Safety regulations of the OHS Act 85 of 1993
Quality Management Designate: Knowledge of Quality management systems and maintain SANAS accreditation in line with ISO 15189
Training: Conduct multi-disciplinary training including Health and Safety, Laboratory testing techniques and good laboratory practice
Versatile: Individual and team work skills, hands on experience with lab management, personnel management and asset management
Attention to detail: Organize and plan work as thoroughly as instructed by SOPs
Communication skills: Written, verbal, presentation, reporting
Driverlicense
Code 10, Valid
Certifications
- Quality Management Systems according to ISO 15189:2022
- Quality Management Systems 190111:2018
- Trakcare Laboratory Training
- Laboratory Quality Management Systems Overview
- Health and Safety Representative Training
- Perform Basic Life Support and First Aid Level 1
- Introduction to Quality Management Systems
Certification
Dr Ramokone Lebelo, Principal Scientist, Department of Virology NHLS DGM, 081 535 9347
Timeline
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Biomedical Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
National Diploma - Biomedical Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
Medical Technologist Independent Practice Virology
National Health Laboratory Services
7 2016 - Current
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Health Management
University of Pretoria
Grade 12 National Senior Certificate -
Hoërskool Ben Viljoen
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