Yao Yang
Toronto (Relocating)
Summary
Results-driven laboratory professional with 2 years of experience in high-volume microbiology and clinical chemistry environments. Expertise in specimen processing, LIMS, and diagnostic instrumentation, complemented by a BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry. Actively pursuing opportunities in biotech, pharmaceutical, or laboratory sectors in Toronto.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2)
NHS Airedale General Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Processed 200+ biological specimens per shift, including urine, swabs, mycology, MRSA, CPE, CT/GC, and COVID-19 samples, ensuring adherence to laboratory SOPs for accurate results.
- Conducted manual antibiotic susceptibility testing, supporting accurate antimicrobial reporting and contributing to timely clinical treatment decisions.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot diagnostic analysers.
- Documented and retrieved patient data using LIMS WinPath, maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with data integrity standards.
Clinical Chemistry Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2)
Taskmaster Resources
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Front-loading blood samples onto Beckman Coulter AU and DxI analysers, prioritising urgent specimens to support timely clinical decision-making.
- Operate specialised analytical platforms, including Werfen BIO-FLASH and bioMérieux Vidas to support routine diagnostic testing.
- Managed high-throughput sample workloads for daily diagnostic testing.
- Resolved pre-analytical and workflow issues, including mislabelled specimens and minimal sample volumes, preventing delays in testing.
- Communicated test results to healthcare professionals by telephone, ensuring adherence to data protection and patient confidentiality standards.
Band 2 Microbiology Medical Laboratory Assistant
Taskmaster Resources
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Applied precise microbiological techniques, including aseptic practice, culturing, and incubation, ensuring accurate and reliable sample processing.
- Coordinated daily referrals of samples to reference laboratories, ensuring timely and accurate testing results.
- Delivered training and supervision across multiple processing benches, enhancing staff competency and streamlining workflow.
Takeaway Customer Service Assistant & Expeditor
Happy Panda
03.2018 - 03.2024
- Achieved a 96% on-time delivery rate by managing timing standards, ensuring prompt service and minimising delays for customers.
- Processed 20 food orders per hour with precision during high-volume peak hours.
- Managed up to 30 orders per hour with a professional telephone manner, facilitating effective communication and customer satisfaction.
Waitress
Orient Restaurant
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed 15+ tables per shift in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated consistent communication between kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth front-of-house operations and minimize potential service delays.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours - Biochemistry
Newcastle University
UK07.2023
Skills
Laboratory Techniques:
Aseptic technique, microbiological culturing, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, sample preparation, centrifugation, incubation
Instrumentation & Platforms:
Hologic Panther, sediMAX, Previ Color Gram, Beckman Coulter AU & DxI analyzers, Werfen BIO-FLASH, bioMérieux VIDAS
Laboratory Systems & Compliance:
LIMS (WinPath), SOP adherence, data integrity, quality control procedures, inventory management, specimen triage, documentation accuracy
Research & Analytical Tools:
X-ray crystallography data processing, molecular modelling, data analysis, scientific reporting
Software:
Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, EndNote
Languages:
English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Timeline
Microbiology Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2)
NHS Airedale General Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Chemistry Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2)
Taskmaster Resources
07.2024 - 12.2024
Band 2 Microbiology Medical Laboratory Assistant
Taskmaster Resources
03.2024 - 07.2024
Takeaway Customer Service Assistant & Expeditor
Happy Panda
03.2018 - 03.2024
Waitress
Orient Restaurant
08.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours - Biochemistry
Newcastle University