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Poonam Patel

@poonampatel1

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Senior medical lab technician with 10+ years of clinical microbiology expertise and strong QC/QA discipline.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking to contribute to a Canadian diagnostic laboratory where I can apply advanced microbiology testing skills, strong QC/QA practices, and biosafety compliance to deliver accurate, patient-focused results.

I’m an experienced Microbiologist / Medical Microbiology Technician with over 10 years of clinical laboratory expertise in microbiology, hematology, and biochemistry. I handle urine, stool, blood, and swab samples, perform culture and sensitivity testing, and support accurate, patient-focused diagnostic reporting.

In my current role as Senior Medical Lab Technician, I maintain strict adherence to QC standards, biosafety rules, and infection prevention guidelines. I document, verify, and report results using LIMS, operate and calibrate laboratory equipment, and train junior laboratory staff—always with careful attention to specimen integrity and laboratory quality.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Medical Lab Technician

Gurukrupa Diagnostic Center

Dec 2018 - Oct 2025 (6 years 10 months)

Performed microbiology, hematology, and biochemistry testing for urine, stool, blood, and swab specimens while adhering to diagnostic protocols. Ensured QC, biosafety, and infection prevention standards, documented results in LIMS, and trained junior laboratory staff.

Clinical Microbiology Specimen Processing Culture & Sensitivity Testing Hematology Testing Biochemistry LIMS

Microbiologist QC Executive

ADF Foods Ltd

Oct 2017 - Feb 2018 (4 months)

Conducted microbial analysis of raw materials, finished products, and production surfaces using standard microbiological methods. Performed plate count and pathogen testing (including yeast/mold, coliforms, E. coli, and Salmonella) while maintaining GMP compliance and documentation.

Total Plate Count Yeast Mold Testing Coliform Testing Salmonella Testing GMP Compliance Aseptic Technique Quality Assurance E.Coli Testing

Lecturer Microbiology

Mahagujarat Medical Society

Jan 2017 - Sep 2017 (8 months)

Delivered microbiology lectures and practical laboratory sessions for students. Prepared lesson plans, demonstrations, and course assessments to support effective learning and laboratory training.

Lesson planning Assessments Demonstration Course Development Communication Skills Time Management Attention To Detail

Medical Lab Technician

Bhadran Arogya Trust Hospital

May 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 7 months)

Performed CBC, urinalysis, cultures, and routine biochemical testing in support of diagnostic workflows. Assisted with accurate and timely diagnostic reporting while maintaining safe laboratory practices.

CBC Testing Urinalysis Culture Testing Specimen Processing Diagnostic Reporting Equipment Operation Quality Control Record keeping

Medical Lab Technician

Saadat Sarvajanik Hospital

Jan 2009 - Jun 2010 (1 year 5 months)

Processed specimens and conducted basic microbiology and hematology testing according to laboratory procedures. Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.

Basic Hematology Testing Lab Safety Routine Testing Biosafety Awareness