Harrison Ruita
@harrisonruita
Dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist with 12 years of experience in PCR and medical testing.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a meticulous and organized medical laboratory technologist with over a decade of experience in various clinical settings. My expertise spans hematology, microbiology, and PCR testing, with a strong focus on accurate laboratory practices and community health education.
Throughout my career, I have worked with reputable organizations such as the Ministry of Health and ICAP Kenya, where I have honed my skills in blood sample collection, serological screening, and biosafety protocols. My experience includes managing blood donor mobilization, conducting quality assessments, and ensuring compliance with national guidelines for disease diagnosis and prevention.
I am passionate about contributing to public health initiatives and am excited to bring my technical skills and collaborative spirit to a dynamic team focused on advancing medical research and patient care.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Medical Laboratory Technologist III
Ministry of Health, Global Fund HIV & TB Program
Jan 2009 - Jan 2016 (7 years)
Worked as a Medical Laboratory Technologist focusing on blood and sputum sample collection for HIV and Tuberculosis testing. Responsible for reagent ordering and conducting external quality assessments for tuberculosis diagnosis.
Laboratory Technician
CDC, KEMRI, Ministry of Health
Apr 2014 - May 2014 (1 month)
Received training on laboratory biosafety and biosecurity, and analyzed test results to ensure conformity to national guidelines for malaria diagnosis and treatment.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Partnership for Advanced Clinical Education
Mar 2013 - Apr 2013 (1 month)
Conducted Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing for HIV and provided training on new HIV testing kits.
Laboratory Technician
National Blood Transfusion Centre, Nairobi
Jan 2007 - Apr 2008 (1 year 3 months)
Gained experience in mobilizing and recruiting voluntary blood donors, performing phlebotomy, and conducting serological screenings for various infections.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma, Medical Laboratory Sciences
2004 - 2007
Grade: Pass
Completed a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences, gaining essential skills in laboratory medicine and various diagnostic techniques.
Kamama Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2000 - 2003
Grade: B (Plain)
Achieved a B (Plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, laying a strong foundation for further studies in medical sciences.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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