Patience BABAFEMI
Biomedical Scientist
Manchester,MAN
Summary
Proven Biomedical Scientist with extensive experience at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, adept in immunohistochemical testing and tissue processing. Demonstrates exceptional management skills and a commitment to quality control, ensuring high standards in specimen preparation and laboratory operations. Achieved significant improvements in lab efficiency and accuracy, embodying dependability and technical proficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
28
28
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Biomedical Scientist
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
02.2023 - Current
- Perform tissue processing using automatic tissue processor.
- Embedding of processed tissue in specified orientation using Standard Operating Procedure.
- Plans, manages and prioritise workload in immunohistochemistry unit to assist Senior BMS and ensures that it is completed in timely, accurate and appropriate manner.
- Perform Immunohistochemistry staining using Ventanna Ultra machine.
- Assist in taking laboratory stock and notify senior when to re-stock.
- Assist in validation of new equipment in Lab.
- Microtomy.
- Perform special staining technique.
- Perform Quality control.
- Maintenance of all Lab equipment to avoid breakdown.
- Log in downtime of any faulty equipment, error log and contacting engineers to fix it.
- Preparation of cytological samples.
- Training of MLAs and new staff.
Assistant Chief Laboratory Technologist
Lagos State University College of Medicine
04.2009 - 02.2023
- Maintained adequate stock and supplies to perform
- Prepare reagents for lab use.
- Determined appropriate handling and tissue
- Operated and maintained equipment for function
- Performed routine activities to prepare tissue biopsy
- Coordinated preparation of lab section for inspection
- Executed histologic techniques to patient specimens
- Completed complex histological procedures to
- Dictated and grossed tissue samples obtained from
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and
- Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in
Laboratory Technologist
Faith Medical Centre,FCT, Abuja
09.2005 - 04.2009
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical samples.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues from different departments, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Provided reliable support during emergency situations by being available on-call outside regular working hours.
- Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues.
National Youth Service Coorp
Dala Orthopaedic Hospital,Kano.
05.2004 - 05.2005
- Microtomy.
- Staining of tissue sections using H & E
- Mounting.
- Filling of tissue blocks and slides in filling cabinet.
- Performed various laboratory analysis in Chemical pathology,Haematology and Microbiology.
- Enhanced youth engagement by developing and implementing interactive activities and programs
Education
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria. 12.2013 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Histopathology
School of Medical Laboratory Science
Jos University Teaching Hospital, Plateau State 11.2005 - 11.2024
Higher National Diploma - Microbiology
Osun State Polytechnic
Iree, Osun State, Nigeria 05.2002 - 04.2024
National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Osun State Polytechnic
Iree, Osun State, Nigeria 05.2024 - 05.2024
Skills
Immunohistochemical techniques
Certification
Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) BS077074
Timeline
National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Osun State Polytechnic
05.2024 - 05.2024
Biomedical Scientist
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
02.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
12.2013 - 11.2017
Assistant Chief Laboratory Technologist
Lagos State University College of Medicine
04.2009 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Histopathology
School of Medical Laboratory Science
11.2005 - 11.2024
Laboratory Technologist
Faith Medical Centre,FCT, Abuja
09.2005 - 04.2009
National Youth Service Coorp
Dala Orthopaedic Hospital,Kano.
05.2004 - 05.2005
Higher National Diploma - Microbiology
Osun State Polytechnic
05.2002 - 04.2024
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