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Vuyo Njobane

Medical Technologist
Northriding

Summary

Hardworking Medical technologist bringing 13 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Second in charge Medical Technologist

Wits RHI
7 2022 - Current
  • Laboratory administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of numerous laboratory equipment, train new lab staff, create and review standard operating procedures, communicate with clinical trials international sponsors, attend international meetings and give presentations, create and review abstracts for publication, quality management of site lab activities, document control, effective self-management and performance ownership
  • Continuously sought opportunities for professional growth through participation in conferences, workshops, and relevant continuing education courses.
  • Ensured timely reporting of critical results to healthcare providers, allowing for swift interventions in life-threatening situations.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
  • Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
  • Ensured accurate diagnoses with thorough quality control procedures and diligent recordkeeping.
  • Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
  • Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by participating in departmental meetings and sharing insights on best practices.
  • Optimized workflow within the laboratory through thoughtful organization of workspaces and efficient allocation of resources.
  • Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.

Senior Medical Technologist

Ampath Laboratories
6 2014 - 6 2022
  • Provide oversight and guidance to Medical Laboratory Technicians and/or assistants, attend weekly lab meetings and study sponsor meetings, maintain quality control of all laboratories testing, participate in continuing education, perform pending workload review, troubleshooting of QC's, running and submitting of CAP and OWA samples, running various disciplines, assist in the development and writing of Standard Operating Procedures, handling of stock purchasing

Medical Technologist in Clinical pathology

NHLS
05.2011 - 05.2014
  • Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
  • Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.

Education

National Diploma: Biomedical Technology - Biomedical Sciences

Central University of Technology Free State
Free State
03.2010

Grade 12 - undefined

Rearabetswe high school

Skills

  • Technical Documentation
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Issue Resolution
  • Microscopic techniques
  • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Technologist in Hematology (H(ASCP))
  • Safety Procedures
  • Lab test analysis
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Electrophoresis Techniques
  • Excellent Communication
  • Urinalysis processing
  • Blood Sample Testing
  • Quality Control
  • Organizational Skills
  • Technologist in Hematology
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Team Leadership
  • Equipment testing and calibration
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Infection Control

Communication Skills

Njobanev@gmail.com, +2773 5985671

Candidate Profile

It is with great interest and enthusiasm that I, Vuyo Njobane, apply to a reputable and leading company akin to yours. I am confident that my combination of practical work experience has prepared me for making a substantial contribution to your company. I would like the opportunity to review with you just how well fit I am for your company. Please review my background and give me the opportunity to qualify my belief that I have the capacity for making a substantial contribution. You have my commitment that I will ensure your time is well spent. I am willing to work towards the vision and mission of the company together with people to achieve a common goal. I enjoy challenges and I believe the main point is to learn as much as possible.

Courses Certificates

  • QC Training, Ampath Laboratories
  • IATA Training, Mayo Clinic Laboratories
  • GCP eLearning course, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
  • GCLP eLearning course, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Career Details

  • Wits RHI, Second in charge Medical Technologist, 07/2022 - Current, Laboratory administration, Troubleshooting and maintenance of numerous laboratory equipment, Train new lab staff on laboratories activities when required., Create and review standard operating procedures in the laboratory., Create, review validation/verification reports and implementation., Identify and interview new employees., Communicate with clinical trials international sponsors and give feedback when required., Attended international meeting abroad and give presentations when required., Create and review abstracts for publication., Quality Management of site lab activities, Ensure errors on source documents are corrected., Weekly reviews of Quality Controls., Verify accuracy of data and accuracy of transcription from source data as needed., Comply with Good Clinical laboratory Practice and SOPs in all laboratory duties., Assist with staff training/re-training where error trends are identified., Ensure conformance to the EQA program., Document Control, Ensure lab documentation filing is up to date., Prepare lab reports as requested., Review SOPs as required and ensure the file is updated., Effective self-management and performance ownership, Maintain and update knowledge of developments in field and expertise., Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management.
  • Ampath Laboratories, Medical Technologist, 06/2014 - 06/2022, Provide oversight and guidance to Medical Laboratory Technicians and/or assistants., Attend weekly lab meeting and study sponsor meetings., Maintain quality control of all laboratories testing to ensure accurate and timely lab reporting., Participate in continuing education through self-study, attending in service or offsite lectures and meetings., Weekly review of QCs of all departments including chemistry, haematology, and urinalysis., Perform pending workload review periodically during the day, find pending assays and resolve outstanding work prior to the completion of testing for the day., Troubleshooting of QC’s., Running and submitting of CAP and OWA samples., Running of Haematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Molecular (Polymerase Chain Reaction), Serology, flow Cytometry and Coagulation disciplines until entry of results., Assist in the development and writing of Standard Operating Procedures., Handling of stock purchasing
  • Ampath laboratories, Senior Medical Technologist in clinical pathology, 06/2014 - 03/2022
  • NHLS, Medical Technologist in Clinical pathology, 05/2011 - 05/2014

Known As

Vuyo

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 8505135349082
  • Ethnicity: Black
  • Notice Period: 1 MONTH
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African

References

  • Ms. Nompumelelo Sigcu, Wits RHI, Laboratory Coordinator, +2776 127 7250 / +2711 358 5300
  • Mr. Gerhard Oberholzer, Ampath Laboratories, Laboratory manager, +2762 260 4218
  • Ms. Jorina Botma, NHLS, Laboratory Manager, +27051 405 2552
  • Mr. Mojalefa Setlai, NHLS, Laboratory Manager, +27051 405 2552

Timeline

Medical Technologist in Clinical pathology

NHLS
05.2011 - 05.2014

Second in charge Medical Technologist

Wits RHI
7 2022 - Current

Senior Medical Technologist

Ampath Laboratories
6 2014 - 6 2022

National Diploma: Biomedical Technology - Biomedical Sciences

Central University of Technology Free State

Grade 12 - undefined

Rearabetswe high school
Vuyo NjobaneMedical Technologist