SANELLE NURSE
Laboratory Scientist
Georgetown
Summary
Laboratory Operations Supervisor aligning daily workflow, inventory planning, and staff coordination for 2–4 staff per shift and 41+ items per month to keep laboratory units running smoothly. Oversees sample flow, resource availability, and process improvements while handling 4–7 workflow issues per week to support faster turnaround and reliable service delivery. Reinforces safe handling practices and consistent execution across the team.
Overview
2
2
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist / Microbiologist
Woodlands Hospital Ltd.
Guyana
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted analytical and microbiological tests, ensuring accuracy and safety of laboratory processes.
- Maintained and calibrated instruments to ensure optimal performance and preserve data integrity.
- Enforce quality standards and ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols.
- Trained junior staff on laboratory techniques and best practices, enhancing their skill sets and laboratory efficiency.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Conducted diagnostic tests on patient samples to ensure accurate results for clinical assessments.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, adhering to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Dr. Balwant Singh’s Hospital
Guyana
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed daily operations within laboratory units, improving workflow efficiency and reducing sample turnaround times.
- Assisted in procurement and inventory management of reagents and technical supplies, ensuring consistent availability for lab processes.
- Mentored junior staff on advanced testing procedures, enhancing team proficiency and accuracy.
- Oversaw laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining safety protocols for staff and samples.
- Assisted in the procurement and inventory management of reagents and technical supplies.
- Conducted laboratory tests and analyses on various biological samples to ensure accurate diagnoses.
- Operated and maintained advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
Medical Laboratory Specialist
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC)
Guyana
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality protocols, safeguarding integrity of biological samples.
- Supported process audits, maintaining accurate documentation to uphold national health and safety standards.
- Implemented procedural improvements, enhancing accuracy and reliability of test reporting for better patient outcomes.
- Conducted laboratory tests to analyze samples and ensure accurate diagnostic results.
- Performed quality control procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Master of Science (Honours) - Healthcare Management
University of Zambia, UNICAF
01-2024
Bachelor of Science (Credit) - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Guyana, Turkeyen Campus
01-2021
Skills
Quality assurance & compliance
Health, safety & environmental (HSE) procedures
Equipment calibration & maintenance
Laboratory audit support
Infection control protocols
Laboratory operations & sample analysis
Process optimization & data management
Resource planning & coordination
Technical documentation & reporting
Laboratory information systems (LIS)
Specimen accessioning
Microscopy techniques
Microbiology culture techniques
Antimicrobial susceptibility testing
Blood sample processing
Preventive maintenance scheduling
Root cause analysis
Quality control chart review
Corrective action reporting
Regulatory inspection preparation
Mentoring & training support
Supply requisition tracking
Certification
Registered Medical Technologist – Medical Council of Guyana, Laboratory Safety & Quality Management – University of Guyana, HSE Awareness & Hazard Identification
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist / Microbiologist
Woodlands Hospital Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Dr. Balwant Singh’s Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Laboratory Specialist
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science (Honours) - Healthcare Management
University of Zambia, UNICAF
Bachelor of Science (Credit) - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Guyana, Turkeyen Campus