Thurga Kajamugan
7 Bemm Court Dandenong North,VIC
Summary
Skilled laboratory assistant with 2 years experience within the microbiology department, consistently adhering to departmental and organizational protocols. Proficient in meticulous preparation of agar plates, distribution of samples to various departments. Capable of time management and adaptability to work according to levels of samples. Resilient in problem solving and experience in teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Melbourne Pathology
06.2022 - Current
- Input quality service according to NATA/ISO accreditation
- Participates in a rotational roster covering all shifts including, evening and weekends.
- Involved in NATO competency testing each year.
- Proficient in managing various aspects within the microbiology department, including wound and respiratory swabs, urine analysis, and processing hospital samples with proper aseptic techniques.
- Capable of interpreting SRA samples relevant to microbiology.
- Competent in understating the codes allocated to the department.
Education
Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours) - Science
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC01.2024
Diploma of Laboratory Technology -
RMIT
12.2022
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques - Science
RMIT
11.2021
High School Diploma -
Killester College
Springvale, VIC12.2020
Skills
- Technical proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Adaptability to diverse projects and methodologies
- Commitment to safety protocols and risk assessment
- Collaboration and teamwork skills
- Analytical skills to analyse sample suitable for processing
- Problem solving skills
Extra Details
Placement, Coursework in communication, Volunteer at my local community
Strengths
Organisation skills: Proficient in managing various aspects within the microbiology department, including wound care, respiratory swabs, urine analysis, and processing hospital samples with proper aseptic techniques.
Analytical Skills: Can assess tissue sample and determine what method to obtain the bacteria causing the harm such as glass beads,plastic beads, scalpel.
Problem-solving skill: Capable of processing testing on contaminated samples to yield valid results. Proficient in identifying potential sources of error that could disrupt quality control.
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Melbourne Pathology
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours) - Science
RMIT University
Diploma of Laboratory Technology -
RMIT
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques - Science
RMIT
High School Diploma -
Killester College
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