Saalihah Maan
Auckland, Epsom
Summary
A dedicated and motivated Medical Laboratory science student with the desire to take on and maintain a full-time position that offers new professional challenges utilizing time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Placement
North Shore Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Troubleshoot inconsistencies in embedding and microtomy and implemented corrective actions.
- Embedded tissue (biopsies, skin, large breast tissue) specimens into paraffin wax blocks
- Cut tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes, currently can use leica biosystems and thermo fisher clinical microtome.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions, wearing all required PPE
- Cut, mount and stain samples from hospital patients
- Demonstrated respect and willingness to help whenever needed.
- Accessioning of specimens
Haematology Placement
LabPLUS
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for a safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Operated properly and maintained XN 9000 and 2 Stago StaR Max analysers
- Performed daily troubleshooting tasks on Sysmex haematology analyser
- Conducted accurate differentials on peripheral blood films
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving and storage
- Conducted accurate special haematology routine stains
Volunteer
Epsom Library
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Conducted shelving duties, maintaining orderly, organized displays.
- Performed basic book reshelving and obtained items from book drop.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ03.2024
NCEA Level 3 -
Epsom Girls Grammar School
Auckland, NZ10.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Tissue Embedding
- Microtome Operation
- Specimen Handling
- Multitasking abilities
- Team contributor
- Great Organizational Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Self-management
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Personal and Professional Integrity
References
Sharita Meharry
Senior Lecture, Histology Lecturer - Auckland University Of Technology
email: sharita.meharyy@aut.ac.nz
Jill Meyer
Senior Lecture, Haematology Lecturer - Auckland University Of Technology
email: jill.meyer@aut.ac.nz
mobile: 0277241980
Tao Meng
Technical Specialist, Haematology, Auckland Hospital
email: taom@adhb.govt.nz
mobile: 0210303136
Haematology Extension number: 22067
Timeline
Histology Placement
North Shore Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Haematology Placement
LabPLUS
02.2023 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Epsom Library
10.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Auckland University of Technology
NCEA Level 3 -
Epsom Girls Grammar School
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