Shamma Alawi
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in laboratory operations and team coordination. Demonstrated leadership in quality compliance and accreditation standards (JCI & ISO). Committed to delivering accurate results, improving workflows, and supporting organizational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
In charge of the Microbiology Section
PURE LAB
Madinat Zayed
01.2026 - Current
- Performed accurate laboratory testing and specimen processing in compliance with safety and quality standards (JCI & ISO).
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Pure Lab
Madinat Zayed, UAE
02.2021 - 12.2025
- Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests with high accuracy.
- Processed and analyzed biological specimens in compliance with safety protocols.
- Ensured adherence to quality standards including JCI and ISO requirements.
- Contributed to training and mentoring junior staff to ensure technical competency and high performance.
Lab Manager
SEHA COVID-19 centres
Abu Dhabi
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Led daily laboratory operations including phlebotomy, microbiology, and hematology testing to ensure accurate diagnostics for COVID-19 patients
- Supervised sample processing workflows, ensured timely analysis, and maintained compliance with safety and biohazard protocols
- Managed laboratory inventory, optimized store organization, and ensured availability of critical reagents and supplies
Medical Laboratory Technologist
SEHA (Al Dhafra Hospital)
Madinat Zayed
10.2015 - 02.2021
- Prepared and organized laboratory storerooms by managing inventory, logging supplies, and maintaining optimal stock levels to ensure uninterrupted diagnostic services
- Analyzed and interpreted culture plates to identify bacterial growth, detect contamination, and support clinical decision-making
- Operated laboratory instruments and performed quality control procedures to maintain compliance with accreditation standards
Education
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Higher Technology College
Abu Dhabi, UAESkills
- Operations Management
- Quality Compliance & Documentation
- Workflow Optimization
- Team Leadership & Training
- Inventory & Resource Management
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Inventory management
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, Endromeda, 27.75 CME Hours, Feb 2018
- Certified Infection Control (CIC) Training Program, 2016
LANGUAGES
Arabic: Native
English: Fluent
AWARDS
- Honored by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (2022)
- Outstanding Employee Award – SEHA (2019)
- Outstanding Employee Award – SEHA COVID-19 Centres (2022)
Accomplishments
- Led quality and accreditation initiatives (JCI & ISO).
- Improved operational efficiency and team performance.
- Mentored and trained staff and interns to support workforce development.
CONFERENCES
- Al Dhafra Health Forum, SEHA, 23.5 CME Hours, Nov 2024
- 23rd MEDLAB Congress 2024, Cleveland Clinic, 11.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, Feb 2024
- 9th Abu Dhabi Vitamin D Conference, Burjeel, 15 European CME Credits, Oct 2022
- GIT Wave: Digestive Disease Webinar, ICOM, 0.5 CPD Points, May 2022
- Lab Management and Diagnostics Conference, Global Health Exhibition, 5 CME Credits, Dec 2020
- Imaging and Radiology Conference, Global Health Exhibition, 2 CME Credits, Dec 2020
COURSES
- Future of Lab, Cleveland Clinic, 7.5 CME Hours, Feb 2022
- Hospital Incident Command System Awareness, SEHA & Iqarus, 1 CPD Hour, Nov 2020
- Leaders in Healthcare, Global Insights Sessions, Global Health Exhibition, 3.75 CME Credits, Dec 2020
- CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear & Explosive Hazards) Training, Al Gharbia Hospitals / SEHA, Accredited by HAAD, 8.75 CME Hours, Nov 2017.
- Red Crescent Authority (Safety Project), Education without Borders, March 2009.
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Timeline
In charge of the Microbiology Section
PURE LAB
01.2026 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Pure Lab
02.2021 - 12.2025
Lab Manager
SEHA COVID-19 centres
04.2020 - 11.2022
Medical Laboratory Technologist
SEHA (Al Dhafra Hospital)
10.2015 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Higher Technology College