ADEBAYO PAUL IDOWU
Bedford,United Kingdom
Summary
Versatile healthcare professional with 5+ years of combined experience in medical laboratory operations and direct patient care. Exceptional track record in both clinical diagnostics and compassionate healthcare support. Demonstrated expertise in processing over 1,000 clinical samples annually while maintaining 99.9% accuracy, alongside delivering person-centered care to diverse patient groups. Committed to bridging the gap between laboratory excellence and practical patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Frimley Park NHS Trust
Guildford, United Kingdom
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Conducted routine histology laboratory procedures under supervision, supporting the company's pipeline and technology capabilities.
- Maintained HTA and GCP regulatory compliance with sample management, archiving, and audits.
- Managed day-to-day laboratory stocks, including reagents and consumables, and liaised with suppliers for technical support.
- Conducted tissue processing, sectioning, and staining (H&E and basic IHC) for clinical and non-clinical human tissue samples.
- Processed 150+ daily specimens across multiple departments.
- Maintained 99.9% accuracy in sample handling and analysis.
- Led quality control initiatives, reducing errors by 30%.
- Trained junior staff in laboratory procedures.
- Increased efficiency with routine maintenance and calibration of lab equipment.
- Ensured accurate lab results by meticulously following testing protocols.
- Prepared biological samples for testing, ensuring accuracy in results.
- Operated, maintained and calibrated lab equipment, consistently meeting accuracy and schedule targets.
- Followed procedures for safe storing, using and disposing of chemical products.
Health Care Assistant/Support Worker
Puttenhoe
Bedford, United Kingdom
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professionals
- Ensured infection control compliance through rigorous hand hygiene and proper use of PPE
- Contributed to personalised care plans for patients, emphasising their unique needs and goals.
- Ensured the safety of patients by identifying and addressing hazards in the environment, and implementing fall prevention measures.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient assessments, care provided, and any changes in condition.
- Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises, and use of brace.
- Supported patients with mobility challenges, ensuring their safety.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Imperial College Healthcare
London, United Kingdom
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Proficiency in a range of microbiological techniques, such as sample processing, culture techniques, staining methods, and microscopy.
- Recognising notable pathogens, and conducting tests to determine their susceptibility.
- Collaboration with colleagues within the microbiology lab, and across multidisciplinary teams, to ensure seamless patient care and service delivery.
- Reduced processing time by 25% through optimised workflow procedures.
- Processed 100+ daily specimens with a 99.9% accuracy rate.
- Identified 50+ rare pathogens, leading to improved patient treatment outcomes.
- Achieved zero contamination incidents across 500+ sterility tests.
- Led equipment calibration programme, resulting in a 30% reduction in maintenance downtime.
- Trained four new staff members in cellular processing techniques.
- Isothermal nucleic acid amplification Testing, process primary samples of blood, urine, stool, and other body fluids, tracking specimens for new tests, data entry, adhere to SOP
- Performing accurate and timely analysis of EDTA blood samples using analysers to diagnose blood disorders and diseases.
- Maintained accurate documentation for 1,000+ patient samples.
- Conducting regular quality control checks on analysers and testing procedures to maintain accurate, and reliable, results.
- Organised medical specimens for efficient processing and analysis.
- Expedited patient diagnosis with timely processing of test samples.
- Disposed of hazardous materials according to industry regulations.
- Reviewed incoming biological samples for correct labelling, registration and patient information.
- Tested products and raw materials against Quality Control (QC) standards.
Research/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
London
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Hands-on experience with a variety of laboratory techniques like DNA/RNA extraction, PCR (polymerase chain reaction), Gel electrophoresis, qPCR, cDNA Synthesis and more
- Conducted urine swab tests, collected samples, and performed urinalysis for various diagnostic purposes
- Demonstrated proficiency in sterile techniques, sample handling, and accurate documentation
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient assessments, care provided, and any changes in condition
- Processed 3,000+ clinical samples annually with 99.8% accuracy rate
- Reduced specimen turnaround time by 20% through improved workflow management
- Successfully implemented new IHC staining protocol, increasing efficiency by 15%
- Created digital database system reducing sample tracking time by 40%
- Received recognition for maintaining zero critical incidents over 3 years
- Ensuring proper maintenance and calibration of analyzers and equipment to guarantee accurate and consistent test results
- Effectively communicating with healthcare professionals, patients, and colleagues regarding test results, sample requirements, and any issues related to testing processes.
Research Assistant (Drug Quality)
Lasuth Drug Quality Control Unit
Lagos
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducting various tests and analyses on raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and finished drug products to verify their quality, potency, purity, and stability
- Reviewing and approving batches of drugs for distribution based on the results of quality control testing
- Identifying opportunities to enhance quality control processes, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to improve overall efficiency and product quality.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 diploma in Adult care
Training Qualifications UK - City of London
London 11.2014 - 08.2015
Bsc Biochemistry - Biochemistry
Bells University of Technology
Lagos, Nigeria 06.2016 - 10.2020
Msc Molecular Biotechnology - Molecular Biotechology
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, Hertfordshire 09.2022 - 10.2023
Skills
- Laboratory Equipment
- Maintenance & Repair
- Clinical Laboratory
- Microtomy and Cryostat Sectioning
- Human Tissue Samples Preparation
- DNA & RNA Extraction
- DNA Cloning
- Histological Staining (H&E and IHC)
- Gel Electrophoresis/PCR
- Microsoft Project
- Hygiene Practices
- Record Tracking/Database Software
- Sterility Testing
- Culture techniques
- Patient Care & Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Risk Management
- Care Planning
- Clinical Documentation
- Staining and Microscopy
- Urine/Swabs
- HTA and GCP Regulatory Compliance
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Histology
Certification
- Moving & Handling Certification
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Dementia Care Level 2
- Mental Health First Aid
- Food Safety Level 2
Accomplishments
- Reduced laboratory processing times by 40%
- Achieved zero critical incidents over 3 years
- Implemented new safety protocols reducing workplace accidents by 60%
- Received "Excellence in Patient Care" award 2023
- Published research on cellular therapy processing
- Developed new specimen tracking system
- Created training materials for new staff
- Led quality improvement projects
Affiliations
- Institute of Biomedical Science (Associate)
- Healthcare Support Workers Association
- Royal Society of Biology (Student Member)
- Laboratory Professionals Guild
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Care Assistant/Support Worker
Puttenhoe
09.2023 - 03.2024
Msc Molecular Biotechnology - Molecular Biotechology
University of Hertfordshire
09.2022 - 10.2023
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Frimley Park NHS Trust
09.2022 - 09.2024
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Imperial College Healthcare
09.2021 - 05.2023
Research/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
Research Assistant (Drug Quality)
Lasuth Drug Quality Control Unit
02.2018 - 01.2019
Bsc Biochemistry - Biochemistry
Bells University of Technology
06.2016 - 10.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 diploma in Adult care
Training Qualifications UK - City of London
11.2014 - 08.2015
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