FRED MBOTO
134 Earth Star Trail, Brampton,Onatrio
Summary
Expert Medical Laboratory Technologist with 7 years of laboratory technical experience in clinical and public health settings. Preparation for and execution of medical laboratory tests. Operated machinery and medical equipment to administer and analyze diagnostic tests and treatments. Caring for patients with precision. Capacity building of Medical laboratory technicians, initiation and implementation of quality management system. Logistic management, forecasting. Facilitating the implementation of rapid testing continuous quality improvement of HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis. HIV Recent infection surveillance and advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Contractor
Canadian Property Stars
Toronto, ON
02.2024 - Current
- Educating property owners on the importance of core aeration of lawns
- Promoting selling and providing lawn rejuvenation services to homeowners
- Operating Aerator
- Providing satisfactory customer services and taking feedback from customers, Caring out basic maintenance of Aerator before and after usage
- Participating in road trips outside Ontario for marketing of lawns and Asphalt driveway way sealing
- Engaging in window washing and elimination of mold and mildew.
- Delivering high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Coordinating timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Consulting with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Delivering outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Consulting with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Establishing long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Evaluating project risks and implemented mitigation strategies, ensuring successful completion of projects.
- Maintaining comprehensive documentation throughout each phase of the construction process to ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.
- Improving project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and optimizing resource allocation.
- Contributing to the development of organizational policies and procedures relevant to contractor services offered by the company.
Senior Associate, Laboratory Services
Centre for Disease Control (CDC) Atlanta
Lagos, Nigeria
12.2021 - 02.2024
- Facilitated and participated blood, urine and stool sample collection for laboratory investigation
- Facilitated development, implementation of policies, procedures, checklists, manuals, and performance of standard designs to ensure efficient laboratory operations.
- Provided technical support for Advanced HIV Disease, Covid-19, TB and noncommunicable diseases
- Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
- Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and organization.
- Facilitated implementation and monitoring of integrated sample referral network and efficient bio-safety and infection control program across all supported health facilities
- Provided technical oversight to Gene-Xpert laboratories to facilitate quick resolution of faulty Gene-Xpert machines through prompt escalation
- Supported implementation of laboratory continuous quality improvement, deployment and institution of appropriate corrective and preventive action
- Was responsible for functionality of all laboratory information management systems and overall linkage to electronic medical records
- Supported design, implementation and monitoring system to ensure efficient documentation of laboratory deliverables
- Collated, analyzed, and validated under supervision of State Lab Lead, monitoring trends on functionality and optimization of clinical laboratory services
- Carried out quality control functions/activities, in collaboration with zonal and state teams of labs, including quality control inspections schedules and collection of quality control records; ensure availability of quality records documents
- Conducted in-depth research to inform decision-making processes and support strategic planning initiatives.
- Coordinated Proficiency testing activities and personnel competency assessment
- Identified and resolved complex issues by applying advanced analytical and troubleshooting strategies.
- Established robust reporting systems that provided accurate data for informed decision-making at all levels of management.
- Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
- Increased client satisfaction through thorough analysis of project requirements and delivering high-quality results.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring budgets and adjusting as needed to ensure financial goals were met.
- Leveraged industry expertise to provide valuable insights during internal discussions, contributing to development of innovative solutions for clients.
- Actively participated in organizational development initiatives like workshops or seminars, contributing valuable insights based on experience.
- Developed comprehensive training programs, resulting in improved employee skillsets and increased productivity.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective project management strategies and providing consistent guidance.
- Championed best practices in laboratory quality management system. consistently delivering error-free work products that exceeded client expectations.
Technical Assistant, Laboratory Services
United State AIDS Agency (USAID) - Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) HIV/AIDS And TB Intervention Project
Calabar, Cross River State. Nigeria
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Facilitated development and implementation of diagnostic and laboratory policies, manuals and procedures in all supported laboratories
- Facilitated supplies, logistic management of all laboratory reagents and other health commodities
- Coordinated all activity involving testing and retesting all clients tested positive for HIV/AIDS during initial testing in community and assigned facilities
- Facilitated collection and transportation of Sputum samples for presumptive TB cases to nearest GeneXpert for analysis
- Facilitated implementation of continuous assurance, giving technical supports and capacity building of Case Managers and Testers
- Worked in collaboration with lead Data Entry Clark to generate line-list for clients eligible for viral load
- Facilitated accurate laboratory specimen reporting and interpretation of laboratory data
- Provided collations and weekly updating on viral load optimization outcomes and appropriate documentation of viral load uptake in service register and daily performance tracker
- Carried out Asante Recency testing for all newly enrolled clients in community and assigned facility
- Prepared technical presentations and other materials for advisory meetings.
- Gathered, organized and distributed technical documentation.
- Carried out bimonthly Combine request and report form, monthly summary report, turn around time and monitored Rapid Test Kits utilization in assigned facilities and community.
- Supported index client testing, partner elicitation, community entry advocacy, mapping of structural drivers and community targeted testing.
Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist
United State AIDS Agency (USAID)
Calabar, Cross River State. Nigeria
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Coordinated the implementation of laboratory continuous quality improvement and the deployment and institution of appropriate corrective and preventive action respectively
- Supervised key intervention of HIV Rapid Testing Continuous Quality Improvement ; Technical assistance and capacity building of Laboratory Technicians, Case workers and Counselor testers, retesting, proficiency testing, competency assessment, quality assurance, assessment of Facility and Community testing points
- Participated and facilitated the participation of all case managers and counselor testers in proficiency testing program forthcoming
- Worked collaboratively with the lead DEC to generate line-list of clients eligible for viral load and also prioritizing pediatric viral load sample collection
- Regularly reviewed and ensured prompt documentation of viral load results into service registers, clients care card, ART register and electronic medical record (EMR)
- Provided collations and providing weekly updates on viral load optimization efforts and appropriate documentation of viral load uptake in Services register and daily performance tracker
- Monitored and followed up with viral load samples shipment from hub to analyzing lab via the use of bulk samples transfer template and sharing USAIDS pending viral results template, Remote Sample Logging software for tracking
- Facilitated the collection of sputum samples from all presumptive TB cases and their shipment to the nearest GeneXpert lab for analysis.
- Maintained a high level of proficiency in various testing platforms, including molecular diagnostics, immunology, microbiology, and hematology assays.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Molecular Laboratory, University Of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH)
Calabar, Nigeria
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Supported reception, assessment, sorting and documentation of viral load and Dried Blood Spot for Early Infant Diagnosis.
- Aided clinicians in diagnosing rare conditions through precise execution of specialized tests upon request.
- Supported operating Scientist on viral load and Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) samples analysis using COBAS ROCHE machine
- Supported daily and weekly equipment maintenance and trouble shooting
- Initiated and implemented daily temperature chats and equipment maintenance chats
- Supported laboratory inventory and logistics management
- Carried out as needed equipment maintenance and documented on equipment maintenance log.
- Maintained safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Reduced sample contamination risks by adhering to strict protocols in preparation and handling of specimens.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes, sharing critical lab findings and insights.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Optimized workload distribution among team members, ensuring timely completion of tasks without compromising quality.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
- Enhanced interdepartmental collaboration by actively participating in hospital-wide committees focused on patient care improvement initiatives.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Streamlined communication among colleagues by developing clear reporting templates for test results.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate results, contributing to better-informed treatment plans.
- Supported successful clinical trials by efficiently managing study-related laboratory tasks and ensuring data integrity.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement within laboratory team by leading regular performance reviews and goal-setting sessions.
- Contributed to identification of disease outbreaks by accurately performing epidemiological testing on various samples.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Served as reliable resource for colleagues and hospital staff by diligently maintaining knowledge of relevant diagnostic tests, procedures, and best practices.
- Stayed current with industry advancements through regular attendance at professional conferences and workshops, applying learnings to daily practice.
- Provided comprehensive training for new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment for skill development.
Intern Medical Laboratory Scientist
Inamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH)
Anambra State, Nigeria
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Carried out Liver function tests, Renal function tests, hormonal assay and other investigations under supervision of Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist at clinical chemistry unit
- Carried out hematological investigations under supervision of bench lead
- Supported blood screening and typing of intended donors and recipient
- Performed pre-analytical procedures, supported logistic management and infection prevention and control programs
- Supported operation of BD FACS Count, Sysmex XP300 and KX21N Hematology Analyzer and Selectra Pro S Chemistry Analyzer
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Carried out baseline CD4/CD8 for all newly enrolled clients using BD FACS count
- Carried out pre-analytical procedures as well as CD4 and viral load sample collection, documentation, storage and facilitated viral load specimen shipment for analysis
- Carried out liver function and renal function testes for all newly enrolled clients and old clients using Selectra Pro S Chemistry Analyzer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Saint Monica American University Buea
Republic Of Cameroon 05.2018
High School Diploma -
College of Health Technology Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria03.2011
WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE(WASSCE) -
Edanafa Secondary Commercial School Ediba
Cross River State, Nigeria05.2007
Skills
- Knowledge of health and development programs in resource-constrained settings and very skilled in mobilizing resources
- Ability to develop, implement diagnostic and laboratory policies, strategies, plans and regulations
- Worksite safety
- Safety knowledge
- Use, care, maintenance and troubleshooting of Selectra pro S Chemistry Analyzer
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- High proficiency in written and spoken English
- Well-developed computer skill
- Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight time frame
- Attention to details and ability to follow up on task to completion
- Ability to deliver and able to operate in multicultural environment
- High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team spirit
- Adaptive, patient, resourceful, resilient and flexible
- Accountability, creativity and integrity
- Cultural sensitivity and non-discriminatory
- Strong analytical and excellent report writing skill
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of policies, standard operating procedures, manuals, standard laboratory design and implementation of Laboratory quality management system.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Initiated and implemented HIV testing continuous quality improvement (RTCQI) in 5 district hospitals
- Initiated and implemented Proficiency testing and personnel competency assessment.
Certifications Trainings
- Laboratory QMS with 25 clauses in line with ISO15189
- Advanced HIV Disease (AHD)
- Laboratory quality management system.
- Comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB management.
- Protecting life in global health assistance and statutory abortion restrictions
- Gender base violence
- Infection, prevention, control and waste segregation.
- Fundamental of monitoring and evaluation
- Use, care, maintenance and troubleshooting of FACS Calibur, BD FACS Count, Selectra Pro S, Sysmex XP300 -2014
- ASENTE recency testing and surveillance.
- Supply chain and logistics management of health commodities
- Training on continuous quality assurance in the Laboratory.
- Use, care, maintenance and troubleshooting of CAP/CTM or COBAS Roche Machine
- Use, care, maintenance and Troubleshooting of Gene Expert.
- Use, care, maintenance and troubleshooting of BD FACS Count.
- Use, care and maintenance of Sysmex XP300 Haematology analyzer.
- Use, care, maintenance and troubleshooting of Selectra pro S Chemistry Analyzer.
References
Available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Traveling
- Sports
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (SCMLS)- in view
Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Additional Information
I am a public health enthusiast with over 7 years of providing Medical laboratory technical support in developmental settings and supporting CDC and USAID interventions such as comprehensive HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis management, maternal and reproductive health interventions and Laboratory quality management system implementation across different states in Nigeria West Africa. My wide experience in both clinical and developmental settings places me on pedestrial to thrive in any settings.
Timeline
Head Contractor
Canadian Property Stars
02.2024 - Current
Senior Associate, Laboratory Services
Centre for Disease Control (CDC) Atlanta
12.2021 - 02.2024
Technical Assistant, Laboratory Services
United State AIDS Agency (USAID) - Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) HIV/AIDS And TB Intervention Project
01.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist
United State AIDS Agency (USAID)
01.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Molecular Laboratory, University Of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH)
04.2018 - 12.2019
Intern Medical Laboratory Scientist
Inamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH)
01.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Saint Monica American University Buea
High School Diploma -
College of Health Technology Calabar
WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE(WASSCE) -
Edanafa Secondary Commercial School Ediba