THILINI SOMATHILAKA
Burwood East
Summary
An experienced Medical Laboratory Technician, certified by the Sri Lankan Medical Council (SLMC-3072), skilled in various disciplines including Haematology, Clinical Pathology, Biochemistry, Transfusion medicine and many more. Proficient in collecting, processing, and analyzing specimens for Pathology Laboratory testing, ensuring accurate and timely report issuance. Holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences from Sri Lanka, with a demonstrated track record in the hospital and healthcare sector.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Singhe Hospitals PLC, Sri Lanka
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Proficient Medical Laboratory Technician ISO Accredited laboratory in Sri Lanka, Experience in utilizing high throughput Hematology analyzers and associated Quality assurance.
- Hands on experience in Mindray 3-part Hematology analyzer BC 3000 Plus CBC, Mindray BC 2800 Hematology analyzer, Mindray BC 5000 Automated hematology analyzer, Sysmex XP 100, Sysmex 1000 Automated hematology analyzer.
- Skilled in collecting and analyzing blood samples for cell count, morphology, blood group, and type determination.
- Skilled in Blood smear drawing, staining and microscopical observations.
- Conducting FBC, and Biochemical tests using semi or fully automated analyzers.
- Matching, identification of genes and antibodies affecting for the Immune responses.
- Utilizing expertise in microbiology, biochemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues and perform basic clinical and diagnostic test set up.
- Adheres to laboratory quality systems and procedures, ensuring compliance with guidelines and laws.
- Creating spreadsheets using Microsoft Office for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting; Ensuring that laboratory documentation is up to date at all times.
- Demonstrates high attention to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment with excellent attendance.
- Ability to multitask and successfully work as part of a team as well as Independently.
- Experienced in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Scientific Officer
Synergy Bio Molecular Laboratory, Sri Lanka
08.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
Eheliyagoda Medicare Center, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 06.2019
Education
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science (First Class) -
KIU, Sri Lanka
01.2022
School of Gene Technology and disease diagnostics (Gene Tec) – Borella, Sri Lanka -
01.2021
Diploma in Laboratory Technology -
College of Chemical Sciences (ICHEM), Sri Lanka
01.2019
Skills
- Motivated and Proactive
- Service-focused
- Specimen collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Equipment calibration and QC
- Microscopic techniques
- Lab test analysis
- Clinical research
- Clerical support
- Attention to Details
- Analytical and Critical thinking
- PPE Compliance
- Interpersonal Communication
Research Publications
- International publication an abstract on “Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on perceived stress, anxiety, and depression among undergraduates in KIU, Sri Lanka” on 4th International Conferences on Public Health 2022 organized by iConferences, together with the Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Putra Malaysia.
- An abstract publication on Multidisciplinary Research Conference 2022, KIU, Sri Lanka.
Awards Certificates
- Award for the most outstanding performance in Bachelor of Science Honors in Biomedical Science issued by Most outstanding Student Award Recognition Ceremony 2022, KIU, Sri Lanka
- P.D.Luckmal De Zoysa Memorial Prize for best overall performance in Clinical Laboratory Technology in chemistry examination 2016/2018 , College of Chemical sciences, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon.
- Dr.Shenthe Shanmugalithan Appreciation award-2018 for second best performance in all parts of the Diploma in Laboratory Technology in chemistry examination 2016/2018. College of Chemical sciences, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
- Certification of participation with the oral presentation at the 4th International Conference on Public Health & Well-being 2022.
Reference
Referee details available on request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Singhe Hospitals PLC, Sri Lanka
01.2023 - 11.2023
Scientific Officer
Synergy Bio Molecular Laboratory, Sri Lanka
08.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
Eheliyagoda Medicare Center, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 06.2019
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science (First Class) -
KIU, Sri Lanka
School of Gene Technology and disease diagnostics (Gene Tec) – Borella, Sri Lanka -
Diploma in Laboratory Technology -
College of Chemical Sciences (ICHEM), Sri Lanka
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