Richard Ochich
@richardochich
Med Lab Scientist, BSc, 2+ yrs exp. Expert in Hematology, Biochem, Histology & Blood Transfusion. Seeking remote Health-Tech & Clinical Data roles.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a motivated and detail-oriented medical laboratory scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science and over two years of practical experience in a clinical and diagnostic laboratory setting.
I’ve built hands-on bench experience across multiple specialties, including hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, parasitology, molecular biology, histology, and blood transfusion/blood bank services, supporting accurate diagnosis and quality healthcare delivery.
I’m committed to applying my theoretical and practical laboratory skills to help institutions achieve their goals while advancing community health, with a strong mindset for research and continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Diani Beach Hospital
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Performed bench work across microbiology, hematology, clinical chemistry, parasitology, molecular biology, histology, and blood bank services to support laboratory diagnosis and testing.
Clinical Laboratory Placement
Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)
Completed clinical placement in diagnostic laboratory benches including hematology, microbiology, biochemistry, and related testing workflows under supervision.
Clinical Laboratory Placement
Kayole II Sub-County Hospital
Jan 2022 - Apr 2022 (3 months)
Gained practical laboratory experience through clinical placement, supporting diagnostic testing activities across core laboratory disciplines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Technical University of Mombasa
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences
2019 - 2023
Earned a Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory sciences at Technical University of Mombasa.
Kisumu Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2015 - 2018
Completed secondary education and earned the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Nyarabi Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2004 - 2014
Completed primary education and earned the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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