Research and learning new ideas for health care intervention and teaching medical students
David Vessellee
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Monrovia ,Liberia
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Knowledgeable making complex concepts easier to understand while challenging students to think critically. Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction as needed. Familiar with different assessments and pedagogical methods to help gauge understanding and learning. Trained Biomedical or Medical laboratory scientist with over 10 years of working experience in the hospital and research laboratories and class room.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructor
University Of Liberia
Monrovia, Montserrado
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
Technical Advisor for Laboratory Capacity Building
GIZ Liberia
Monrovia , Liberia
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Promoted adherence to GIZ standards and best practices within the organization, elevating overall operational excellence.
- Reduced downtime and improved productivity with proactive advice and timely resolution of technical issues.
- Streamlined work activity processes for increased efficiency through the implementation of advanced the health capacity building projects.
- Championed training, mentorship and supervision within the organization by staying abreast of emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for strategic implementation.
- Represented GIZ in Stakeholders meeting and provided technical inputs for the formulation of national policies
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual report to GIZ Liberia country director on the gains, challenges and status of project implemented activities
- Conducted workshops, trainings, mentorship for county diagnostic officers in quality management systems for medical laboratories
Medical Laboratory Specialist
JHPIEGO - Liberia
Monrovia , Montserrado
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic information.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing new testing procedures and equipment.
- Initiated process improvement initiatives, leading to enhanced lab safety and efficiency.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay informed of industry trends and best practices.
- Developed Preceptor orientation course for Laboratory Preceptors for learning at clinical rotations
- Developed over 100 SOPs for testing in the clinical laboratories
- Participated in the development of Pre-service education standards for Medical laboratory sciences institutions across Liberia
- Trained over 100 faculty at MLT Pre-service institutions across Liberia on GCLP, GCP and biosecurity and biosafety
- Represented Jhpiego in USAID weekly and monthly meeting.
- Advised the director on direction of the health project
County Diagnostic Officer( CDO)
Ministry Of Health, Liberia
Monrovia , Montserrado
02.2012 - 06.2016
- Managed budgets effectively, prioritizing resource allocation for maximum impact on departmental goals.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Optimized resource utilization by reallocating personnel based on workload assessment resulting in balanced workload distribution among the team members.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Performed laboratory tests for patients
- Coordinated the incident management system during ebola outbreak in Grand Kru county, Liberia
- Supervised, mentioned and trained laboratory technicians in Grand Kru county on routine lab testing procedure
- Developed standard operating procedure (SOPs) for routine laboratory tests in Grand Kru county
- Developed safety and quality laboratory manuals for hospitals and health centers in Grand Kru county
Laboratory Supervisor at Rally Time Hospital
Ministry Of Health
Monrovia, Grand Kru County
12.2011 - 02.2012
- Coordinated cross-functional projects involving multiple departments or facilities to achieve shared objectives efficiently and effectively.
- Established a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to the development of new tests or methodologies through collaborative research efforts with colleagues or external partners.
- Ensured accuracy in testing by maintaining rigorous quality control standards and regularly calibrating equipment.
- Supervised and trained hospital laboratory staff
Education
High School Certificate - Secondary School Courses
Dolokelen Gboveh High School
Gbarnga, Bong County Liberia 09.2005 - 10.2007
Diploma - Medical Laboratory Technology
Phebe Para-Medical Training Program
Suakoko, Bong County Liberia 03.2009 - 01.2011
Masters Of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Ghana
Accra, Legon, Ghana 01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelors Of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Stella Maris Polytechnic
Capitol Hill, Monrovia Liberia 05.2013 - 08.2016
Skills
Curriculum Development
undefinedAccomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development and implemented the USAID Maternal and Child Survival Program Human Resources for Health project in Liberia (MCSP-HRH).
- Achieved Result by completing the development of Pre-service education standards for Medical laboratory sciences in Liberia with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Developed standard operating procedures for 100 common laboratory tests in Liberia
- Participated in the development of Licensure process of laboratory technicians in Liberia
Interests
Biomedical Sciences
Virology/ Immunology
Continuing education
Innovation in laboratory medicine
Timeline
Instructor
University Of Liberia
01.2023 - Current
Masters Of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Ghana
01.2021 - 12.2021
Technical Advisor for Laboratory Capacity Building
GIZ Liberia
05.2019 - 05.2021
Medical Laboratory Specialist
JHPIEGO - Liberia
03.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelors Of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Stella Maris Polytechnic
05.2013 - 08.2016
County Diagnostic Officer( CDO)
Ministry Of Health, Liberia
02.2012 - 06.2016
Laboratory Supervisor at Rally Time Hospital
Ministry Of Health
12.2011 - 02.2012
Diploma - Medical Laboratory Technology
Phebe Para-Medical Training Program
03.2009 - 01.2011
High School Certificate - Secondary School Courses
Dolokelen Gboveh High School
09.2005 - 10.2007
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