Fatima Alawani
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Medical Laboratory Technologist with extensive experience at Burjeel Medical City, specializing in Hematology and Clinical Pathology. Proven ability in training and mentoring staff while ensuring quality control in diagnostic testing. Skilled in laboratory equipment maintenance and result reporting, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Burjeel Medical City
07.2024 - Current
- Gained experience in both Hematology and Clinical Pathology.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Performed daily quality control and maintenance for XN-100 CBC analyzer, STA R Max3 coagulation analyzer, and cobas 6500 urine analyzer.
- Kept in accordance with quality protocols such as lot-to-lot verification and corrective actions.
- Trained new laboratory staff and students to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Performed cell count on various fluid (CSF, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, BAL fluid, synovial fluid)
- Performed manual tests (Semen analysis, FOB, giardia, H. Pylori, Adenovirus, Rotavirus, Clostridium difficile)
- Identified parasites in stool examination using wet preparation techniques.
- Performed mixing studies as part of coagulation testing to assess clotting factor deficiencies and inhibitors.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Ahalia Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Enhanced knowledge of core laboratory safety protocols and policies.
- Observed and assisted all laboratory departments such as Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Histopathology, Clinical Pathology, and Microbiology.
- Gained hands-on experience with streaking techniques and enhanced understanding of colony morphology for accurate identification.
- Observed microscopic examination and interpretation of results in urine, stool, and semen analyses.
- Observed the histopathology laboratory workflow, including the grossing and preparation of tissue samples for further analysis.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Alborg Medical Laboratories
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Familiarized with essential laboratory safety protocols and policies.
- Observed and assisted all laboratory departments such as Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Histopathology, and Microbiology.
- Performed specimen handling, including accurate registration, proper labeling, and storage.
- Interpreted CBC results and gained hands-on experience with hematology analyzers, as well as other hematology tests including malaria rapid kits, ESR, and coagulation tests.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Zayed Military Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Introduced to laboratory safety rules and regulations, and the proper handling of biohazard materials.
- Observed and assisted all laboratory departments such as Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Blood Bank, and Microbiology.
- Observed QC preparation procedures and routine maintenance of laboratory analyzers.
- Assisted in culturing and identifying bacterial growth as part of the diagnostic workflow.
- Observed and learned various microbiological testing methods, including VITEK identification, Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing, E-test, ESBL detection, and synergy testing.
Education
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Higher Colleges Of Technology
Abu Dhabi 08.2020 - 05.2024
Skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Time management abilities
Training and mentoring
Hematology analysis
Microscopic analysis
Laboratory equipment maintenance
Achievements
Recipient of Certificate of appreciation for Peer Tutoring in Higher Colleges of Technology.
Recipient of Certificate of appreciation for Japanese Language class in Applied Technology High school.
Recipient of Certificate of appreciation for Cyber communication culture certificate in Applied Technology High school.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Burjeel Medical City
07.2024 - Current
Medical Laboratory Intern
Ahalia Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Laboratory Intern
Alborg Medical Laboratories
08.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Laboratory Intern
Zayed Military Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Higher Colleges Of Technology
08.2020 - 05.2024
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