JULIETTE YIKA TATA
Douala
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD OF LABORATORY SERVICE
St John Of God Catholic Hospital Boko
11.2019 - Current
- Responsible for directing, establishing, and planning the overall policies and goals for the laboratory services
- Working closely with hospital staff to ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained.
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
St John Of God Catholic Hospital Boko
12.2015 - Current
- Assist hospital physicians in diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, injuries and medical conditions by providing clinical testing and specimen analysis
- Conduct laboratory tests in areas of hematology, serology, immunology, bone marrow and FNA collections
- Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and specimens for microscopic examination; perform laboratory tests; analyze and report findings; and investigate atypical results and discrepancies to determine causation
- Expedite critical testing results without compromising sample validity or quality assurance
- Voluntary counseling and testing for HIV/AIDS PMTCT programs like distribution of antiretroviral drugs, given talks to HIV positive pregnant women and preparation of the DBS(Dry Blood Spot) for PCR analysis
- Enhance laboratory efficiency by streamlining specimen processing and implementing effective quality control measures.
- Head of HIV/AIDS partnership program between St John of God Hospital and the Ministry of Health
- Increase diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
- Supervising laboratory technicians on internship.
- Support successful clinical trials by efficiently managing study-related laboratory tasks and ensuring data integrity.
- Maintaining a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
St. John The Baptist Health Centre
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Collection and analyses of samples (blood, urine and stool) using manual and automated techniques
- Using microscopes to examine and analyze body fluids and cells, looking for bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms
- Analyzing the chemical content of fluids
- Testing for drug levels in the blood in order to show how a patient is responding to treatment
- Preparing specimens for examination, counting cells and looking for abnormal cells in blood and body fluids
- Analyzing the results of laboratory tests and relaying them to physicians
- Typing and cross matching blood samples for transfusions Semen Analysis
- Supervising laboratory technicians on internship
- Carrying out the following tests using a biochemistry analyzer; electrolytes, kidney and liver function test, lipid profile, cholesterol, total bilirubin
- Carrying out culture and antimicrobial sensitivity (Bacteria and fungi culture)
- Counseling and testing for HIV/AIDS.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to physicians.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (BTech. in Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health Sciences
University of Buea
Buea, South West Region, Cameroon08.2014
Higher Professional Diploma (HPD) in Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health Sciences
St. Loius University Institute of Health And Biomedical Sciences
Bamenda, North West Region, Cameroon09.2013
GCE A/L Certificate -
St Paul's Bilingual Comprehensive College Nkwen
Bamenda, North West Region, Cameroon2010
GCE O/L Certificate -
St Paul's Bilingual Comprehensive College Nkwen
Bamenda, North West Region, Cameroon2008
Skills
- Team Management
- Research
- Public Speaking
- Languages: English (Proficient) and French (Basic)
- Microsoft office suite Proficiency
- Basic Laboratory Information System (BLIS) Proficiency
- Team building
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Quality Assurance
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
Internship Experience
- St John the Baptist Catholic Hospital Ndop (2011)
- Buea Regional Hospital (2012)
- Ndop District Hospital (2012)
- Bamenda Regional Hospital (2013)
- Mount Mary Catholic Hospital Buea (2014)
- Bamenda Regional Hospital (2014)
References
- Dr. Nicholas Ngwanyam, Surgeon / Director of St Louis University Institute of Health and Biomedical Sciences, Mile 3 Nkwen, Bamenda, N.W.R, (237) 677 764 674
- Mr. Fonyuy Emile, Administrative Assistant, Saint John of God Hospital Boko, Douala, (237) 676 785 411
Affiliations
- AMSP (Association of the Medico-Sanitary Professions) CAMEROON
Hobbies
- Listening and dancing to music
- Travel and tourism
- Photography
- Fashion
- Internal decor
- Sports
- Learning
Timeline
HEAD OF LABORATORY SERVICE
St John Of God Catholic Hospital Boko
11.2019 - Current
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
St John Of God Catholic Hospital Boko
12.2015 - Current
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
St. John The Baptist Health Centre
08.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Technology (BTech. in Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health Sciences
University of Buea
Higher Professional Diploma (HPD) in Medical Laboratory Sciences - Health Sciences
St. Loius University Institute of Health And Biomedical Sciences
GCE A/L Certificate -
St Paul's Bilingual Comprehensive College Nkwen
GCE O/L Certificate -
St Paul's Bilingual Comprehensive College Nkwen
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