Nnawuihe Oluigbo

Experienced and highly skilled Molecular Medical Microbiologist with a passion for studying and analyzing microorganisms to identify and combat infectious diseases. With a solid academic background in microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology, I have honed my expertise in the isolation, cultivation, and identification of various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. I am adept at performing diagnostic tests and interpreting laboratory results to provide accurate diagnoses and recommend appropriate treatment plans. With a strong commitment to quality control and adherence to safety protocols, I have successfully contributed to the development and implementation of effective infection prevention and control strategies.

Employer name

Arrive Alive Diagnostics and Imaging Services, Lagos

Employer address

13 bourdillion ikoyi, Lagos

Type of business

Healthcare services

Reporting to (job title)

Head of department Laboratory unit

Your job title

Molecular Laboratory Scientist/ Safety Officer

Start date

October 2021

End date

November 2022

Grade

Senior Level

Period of notice

One Month

Reason for leaving 

Left to pursue a master's degree for personal and professional growth, gaining advanced knowledge and skills in Biomedical Science (Molecular Microbiology)

Brief description of my duties 

• Coordinated along with Laboratory Manager to ensure that standard laboratory safety procedure was practiced and observed at all times in the Laboratory
• Assessed the suitability and appropriateness of samples received and liaised with senior technical staff for action or advice following departmental sample acceptance policy.
• Carried out sample preparation, processing bodily fluids and materials, including high-risk specimens and reagent preparation following protocols. 
• Used the Daan-gene Smart 32 extractor for the extraction and Mol-Array 6000 machine Real-Time PCR system for the amplification of nucleic acids of SARS-CoV-2
• Used the T100 Thermal Cycler to carry out the extraction and amplification of nucleic acids of S. haematobium and Salmonella species.
• Undertook virological and non-virological analysis of serum samples using both automated systems (Vidas3, DS2, Cobas e411) and manual methods
• Worked unsupervised in high risk Containment Level 3 laboratory following local code of practice within these facilities
• Processed environmental and infection control samples, processing samples for viral and bacterial infections, using specialised PCR technology.
• Carried out analyses of microbiological cultures to identify and differentiate microbial pathogens
• Carried out analysis of biological samples including more complex/ specialist investigations requiring a high level of skill including specialist reference tests as required of PHE Regional Laboratories
• Carried out the interpretation of complex analytical results, using specialist knowledge
• Used specialist knowledge to determine the relevant tests to be carried out on samples received in each section
• Ensured data integrity when entering demographics and results into the laboratory information system. 
• Ensured a sound knowledge of the laboratory IT system, to look up and enter results, book in patient data, request tests and other similar tasks.
• Responsible for maintenance of consumables and equipment in immediate area of work to maintain appropriate stock levels and facilitate deliveries.
• Participated in audit processes, drug trials, research projects, as required
• Participated in and monitored Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities, and assisted the department in maintaining ISO accreditation. 
• Ensured departmental quality standards were maintained through adherence to standard operating procedures, implementation of quality control programmes and instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Attended regular departmental meetings and contributed to effective communication within the department.
• Assisted in the development of laboratory protocols, and where possible suggested improvements to, laboratory policies and procedures. 
• Ensured that personal work activity was managed to make effective use of time and maintained an adequate supply of laboratory consumables. 
• Maintained strict adherence to the codes of practice in all matters concerning conduct at work including patient confidentiality. 
• Ensured adherence to all Trust and laboratory employment and Health and Safety policies & Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.
• Maintained a high standard of professional competence and up-to-date knowledge of new developments in both the laboratory and in the field of clinical microbiology in general.
• Worked in a safe manner in accordance with Laboratory Health and Safety policies and procedures. 
• Assisted in the action plans required to resolve nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits 
to ensure the completion of corrective and preventative actions that have been identified.

Other employers

Employer name

Graceland Medical Centre

Employer address

Lasu Isheri Road, Lagos, Ogun

Type of business

Hospital

Reporting to 

Chief medical director

job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Laboratory Supervisor

Start date

March 2020

End date

October 2021

Grade

Senior Level

Period of notice

One Month

Reason for leaving 

End of contract

Brief description of my duties & responsibilities

• Oversaw the day-to-day activities in the laboratory making sure that the necessary resources are available for 
work.
• complied with Policies and Procedures commensurate to the role
• Carried out Preparation and interpretation of identification tests and antimicrobial susceptibility tests. 
• Used specialist knowledge to select appropriate media, incubation temperatures and atmospheres as indicated by specimen type and clinical information provided.
• followed the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management 
Module of the Q-Pulse system.
• Performed standard staining techniques e.g., Gram, ZN, auramine and specialist stains as indicated by findings or clinical information provided.
• Exercised judgement and interpretation to validate results and generate laboratory reports in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. 
• Carried out validation processed which included analytical and clinical validity being aware of anomalies or occasions where unusual results may have an immediate impact on patient care.
• Carried out Extraction of nucleic acid from biological samples to enable amplification and determination of microbial targets 
• Analysed biological samples by a variety of methodologies to detect microbial antigens and antibodies to those antigens. 
• Participated in formal individual performance reviews in line with Trust policy, agree annual objectives with the section supervision and review progress against these objectives.
• Ensured prompt notification or referral of unusual and urgent results to Consultant microbiologist or senior BMS staff or Infection Control team as appropriate
• Refered unusual or unfamiliar events to senior technical staff for action or advice
• Reported by telephone urgent results to medical or nursing staff, GP’s and other hospitals
• Assisted in providing a results service to wards, GP’s and other hospitals.
• Used and maintained manual and sophisticated automated equipment following manufacturer’s guidelines and training. 
• Supplied and analysed data to agreed timescales to meet requirements of audit, preparation of reports, presentations, and publications.
• Implemented and utilised a range of methods/assays/techniques in support of clinical analysis and research activities within High Containment and Biological Services Department.
• Responsible for equipment and automated processors in the area of responsibility to understand the basic working of the various pieces of equipment, identifying any problems, and acting as first-line ‘trouble-shooter’ in fault-finding or repair 
• Assisted with, and where appropriate, responsible for the development of new methods and implementation of new technology. 
• Ensured that there is continuation of key services when staff absences occur.
• Worked within a rotational shift pattern which included shifts throughout the department, 24 hours a day / 7 days per week, to meet service needs.
• Identified, discussed, and acted on my professional performance and training/development needs with my line manager through appraisal / individual development plan. Attending internal/external training events
• Participated in all mandatory training as required, e.g., fire safety, information governance, and all other mandatory training.
• Assisted in the delivery of training in conjunction with the departmental laboratory senior and training officer, 
providing one-to-one training and competency assessments in accordance with ISO 15189.

Other employers

Employer name

Gods Goal Hospital and Maternity.

Employer address

Iyana Iba , Lagos

Type of business

Healthcare services

Reporting to (job title)

Chief medical Director

 job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Supervisor, laboratory unit

Start date

March 2019

End date

February 2020

Grade

Senior Level

Salary

Period of notice

One Month

Reason for leaving 

I left my previous place of work to pursue new career advancement opportunities. While I greatly valued my time and experiences at my previous workplace, I felt that there were limited opportunities for growth and progression within the organization.

Brief description of my duties & responsibilities

• Provided strategic direction and leadership to the laboratory unit, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• fulfilled the BMS role as required by entering patient data and issuing results/reports in accordance with agreed policy and in a timely fashion.
• Maintained effective records of all activities and procedures, and contributed towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
• Carried out unsupervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
• Participated in evidence-based training and maintained a level of knowledge to fulfill this role through Continual 
Professional Development CPD.
• Performed all core scientific and interpretive work, which corresponded to the training and qualifications of a Registered Healthcare Scientist.
• Conducted regular audits and inspections to assess laboratory performance and implemented corrective measures.
• Assisted the specialist BMS and senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
• Implemented a Risk Management Policy for the department. 
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and industry best practices.
• Implemented quality assurance programs, including proficiency testing, internal and external quality control, and documentation of corrective actions.
• Worked cohesively with all members of the department team to ensure that the very best services were provided at all times.
• Participated in departmental meetings and contributed to effective communication within the department.
• Provided and received complex information to inform work colleagues or external contacts e.g. other departments, G.P.’s or visitors to the department 
• Communicated and recorded any difficulties, problems, accidents or incidents affecting the department to a section leader/manager promptly.
• Maintained proficiency in designated areas of diagnostic work within the department providing a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.
• Took part in duties without supervision at a level of autonomy requiring decision making 
• Organized own work tasks or activities.
• Ensured all work is completed timely and to satisfactory standards and sought advice from senior staff when required.
• Ensured that safe working practises were maintained according to standard operating procedures.
• Assisted in maintaining appropriate internal and external quality assurance.
• Validated reports where necessary using judgemental expertise.
• Authorised reports when given the responsibility in accordance with local policy.
• Ensured that documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).
• Demonstrated awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.
• Identified and reported clinical and non-clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy
• To be involved actively in the implementation of Trust policies and procedures at department level, reinforcing their use. 
• Maintained, updated and developed personal and professional knowledge and skills, at first under supervision, using the Trust’s Performance Review System, enabling standards of patient care to be monitored constantly and improved.
• Recorded and reported all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.

Other employers

Employer name

General Hospital Afuze, Edo state

Employer address

Owan East, Afuze Edo State

Type of business

Healthcare Services

Reporting to (job title)

Head of Department, Laboratory unit

 job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Start date

February 2018

End date

February 2019

Grade

Junior Level

Salary

Period of notice

One Month

Reason for leaving

I successfully completed my one year compulsory National Youth Service

Brief description of my duties & responsibilities

• Performed routine medical laboratory investigations in various units including Hematology Clinical Chemical, Histopathology and Medical Microbiology.
• Carried out general Phlebotomy and Sample collection.
• Assisted in maintaining stock levels within your current work section.
• Assisted in the implementation, development and evaluation of new and existing techniques.
• Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of equipment when working autonomously
• Assisted in the training and supervision of staff as required.
• Assisted in planning of own and other staff in team working within a section.
• Handled dangerous pathogens on a daily basis including containment level 3 organisms.
• Communicated complex clinical technical service related test information to managers, consultants, nurses and other health care colleagues.
• Answered telephone inquiries from Pathology users about test results and provided information about methodologies and service requirements.
• Explained results when results did not agree with clinical presentation and investigated and problem solve situations as required.
• Managed own work and day to day routine work in specialised services. Responsible for processing both urgent and routine work to maintain routine turnaround times in line with Trust and Departmental policies.
• Maintained complex specialist equipment on a daily basis and sign off as fit for use.
• Responsible for the efficient use of expensive tests and high value equipment.
• Ran test procedures on all methodologies on a daily basis including calibration and quality control testing of sign off methods as fit for use.
• Troubleshot equipment and function after formal in-house training.
• Implemented policies in specialised areas and proposed changes that improved and developed the service for users inside and outside the Trust.
• Assisted service engineers to repair equipment.
• Assisted in the development and maintenance of standards as necessary for continuing accreditation.
• Maintained specialised databases in laboratory computer systems and patient storage databases on a daily basis.
• Inputted patient data and results to include other colleagues work.
• Created, amended, deleted, processed, generated, updated, reported, request inquired, clarified and stored information on patient databases for user to access both within and outside the Trust.
• Operated and managed software databases on complex clinical equipment
• Used research and development protocols on a daily basis to provide statistical presentations of internal quality control to assess equipment performance in line with Westgard rules.
• Participated in evaluation and develop methods to improve the service and patient care diagnostic tests.
• Investigated abnormal and unusual results to explain the anomalies.
• Participated in development of specialised services to include new and emerging technologies and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assisted in safety supervision and training for Trainee Medical staff, BMS and MLAs and actively promoted safe working practices in all areas of the laboratory.
• Adhered to the Health & Safety Code of Practice for the department.
• Ensured the application of Trust policies where applicable to Pathology.
• Participated in annual Health & Safety review.
• Deputised for Senior BMS staff and in their absence, as required by the service.
• Educated and trained medical staff, Clinical Scientists, other BMS, Trainee BMS and MLA’s as required within their specialised area.

Other employers

Employer name

Jos University Teaching Hospital. Plateau State

Employer address

New Juth Lamingo Road Jos

Type of business

Healthcare Services

Reporting to (job title)

Chief Medical Laboratory Scientist

Your job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Start date

February 2017

End date

February 2018

Grade

Trainee

Salary

Period of notice

One Month

Reason for leaving

I successfully completed my one year compulsory Internship Programme.

Brief description of my duties & responsibilities

• Carried out a broad range of scientific and technical work within the department as required by senior biomedical staff and working within Health Professions Council standards of proficiency for Biomedical Scientists.
• Involved in bench rotation across the various fields of Medical Microbiology, Chemical Pathology, Hematology and Blood Transfusion, Histopathology and Immunology.
• Carried out testing on a range of bodily fluids and tissues many of which were highly infectious and extremely unpleasant.
• Maintained proficiency in the use of automated machines such as: ISE electrolyte analyzer, centrifuge, Microscope, Spectrophotometer and other equipment.
• Performed screening for viral diseases including HIV/AIDs and carried out CD4 counts on samples
• Dealt with any spillages of noxious and toxic chemicals and bodily fluids according to standard operating procedures.
• Carried out a range of routine technical tasks using analytical skills The range of tasks will be dependent on the area in which you are working.
• Worked independently as required by managers, either as part of the out of hour's service provision or during the normal working day.
• Followed quality control procedures as set out in the departmental instructions.
• Attempted to solve analytical and technical problems encountered while working independently.
• Interpreted clinical information on request forms to ensure appropriate tests are carried out.
• Carried out technical validation of assays and investigations and to produce reports for clinical validation as appropriate.
• worked accurately and precisely in a conscientious, disciplined, and flexible way.
• maintained high technical standards and ensure that such areas in which they work are kept clean and tidy.
• Carried out routine and emergency maintenance and calibration of equipment both inside and outside the department as appropriate, and to identify problems associated with equipment used to your managers. 
• Assisted in senior staff in the evaluation of new methods and equipment.
• Conducted audit in line with CPA guidelines and to participate in other internal and external audit activity as required.
• Carried out data input of patient details, and input test results onto patient files on the Pathology Information System.
• Carried out basic computer/data processing using statistical and word processing packages. 
• undertook such personal training as is deemed necessary to fulfil all working obligations and attended mandatory training such as Fire Awareness training as is required by the Laboratory Service manager.
• Carried out supervision of the Medical Laboratory Assistants under the overall control of your managers.
• Attended and participate in departmental meetings and to comment and contribute to the development of new policies and procedures.
• Maintained the confidentiality of Trust and patient information, and used such information only as authorised for specific purposes. Reported any concerns about the use of such information to senior manager.
• undertook any other reasonable duties consistent with the grade as indicated by the Chief Biomedical Scientist.
• Received a yearly individual performance review/appraisal that will reflect both personal objectives and service objectives in a personal development plan, in accordance with the Trust PKDR process