Patrick Gausi
Blantyre,Blantyre District
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in laboratory testing and analysis, specializing in PCR, HPLC, and microscopy. Proven ability in sample collection, equipment calibration, and data recording, ensuring adherence to OSHA and GLP standards. Expertise in quality control, process validation, and ISO 9001 certification, utilizing LIMS, Excel, and SPSS for effective report generation. Focused on enhancing customer satisfaction through CAPA management and risk assessment, while promoting continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Quality control manager
Southern Indian Ocean Division
Blantyre, Blantyre District
01.2024 - Current
- Support SID facilities in using quality improvement methodologies to implement activities in the quality improvement plan.
- Support SID health facilities to identify capacity gaps for training and mentorship.
- Assess SID health facilities to obtain data on quantity and quality of clinical, diagnostic, governance and support services through documentation review, observing processes and interviewing staff and patients.
- Provide training support and mentorship to SID facility management, departmental heads and all healthcare workers at a facility on the requirements of national quality standards
- Designing, developing, implementing and maintaining quality procedures
- Implement risk management strategies and preventive actions
- Ensure adherence to proper quality standards and regulatory bodies for respective facilities in SID.
Quality assurance manager
Ministry of Health
Blantyre, Blantyre District
11.2022 - Current
- Regularly conducted thorough risk assessments to mitigate potential hazards.
- Upheld health and safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents and incidents.
- Delivered training support and mentorship on national quality standards for facility management and healthcare workers.
- Facilitated quality improvement methodologies to enhance implementation of activities in quality improvement plans.
- Assisted health facilities in identifying capacity gaps for effective training and mentorship.
- Evaluated health facilities under the Ministry of Health to gather data on clinical and diagnostic services.
- Provided guidance on internal assessment procedures to healthcare workers.
Quality managing director
Blantyre Adventist Hospital
Blantyre, Blantyre District
01.2020 - Current
- Carried out risk assessments, ensuring safe working conditions at all times.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, enhancing team performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads for cohesive operational strategies.
- Sorting out discrepancies in audit reports, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Spearheaded the implementation of ISO 9001 standards across the organisation.
- Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives for enhanced organizational effectiveness.
- Orchestrated staff training programmes to improve overall productivity.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Negotiated with regulatory bodies whilst meeting strict compliance requirements.
- Championed use of Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline operations and reduce waste.
- Increased quality standards by implementing rigorous auditing processes.
- Achieved customer satisfaction with effective management of complaints and resolution procedures.
- Introduced new software to enhance data analysis, resulting in better decision making.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, reducing machinery downtime.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Developed organizational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
- Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for company-wide use.
- Represented organizations at seminars, conferences and business events.
- Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
Laboratory technologist
Blantyre Adventist Hospital
Blantyre, Blantyre District
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared specimens for analysis, aiding in precise diagnosis.
- Complied with all regulatory guidelines during experiment execution, ensuring ethical conduct.
- Worked on multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
- Documented all laboratory findings meticulously for future reference.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of lab work.
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, preventing shortages.
- Streamlined lab protocols, enhancing efficiency.
- Analysed samples using various techniques such as microscopy and chromatography for accurate results.
- Maintained a clean and sterile lab environment, reducing potential contamination.
- Validated test results by cross-checking them against control samples.
- Ensured strict adherence to health and safety regulations, minimising risks.
- Provided technical support for lab equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination.
- Handled samples in line with strict laboratory procedures using appropriate PPE.
- Processed samples, labelled containers and completed required paperwork.
- Monitored stock use and reordered materials to maintain laboratory services.
- Maintained high standards across sampling, processing and storage operations.
- Followed instructions to prepare precise chemical solutions for laboratory use.
- Liaised with clinical teams to identify correct sample collection and processing requirements.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve validity of findings.
- Monitored laboratory supplies, reordering stock to meet operational need.
Laboratory technologist
Malawi Blood Transfusion Services
Blantyre, Blantyre District
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Perform ABO and Rh D Blood Grouping
- Assist in equipment maintenance and calibration work with Quality department
- Assist in developing standard operating procedures (SOP) for the department
- Make sure all departmental reagents are prepared and correctly labeled and dated
- Take part in call duties during the week and weekends as assigned by the Chief Laboratory Officer
- Ensure everyone adheres to laboratory safety rules
- Ensure all records are documented and accounted for, ready for archive
- Ensure results are correctly and neatly recorded on correct forms
- Ensure ABO results are available to blood donors within two weeks
- Ensure all blood is tested for high titer antibodies
- Take part in research projects and EQA
- Maintained a clean and sterile lab environment, reducing potential contamination.
- Collaborated with researchers on scientific projects, contributing to breakthroughs.
- Troubleshot technical issues in lab equipment to prevent downtime.
- Analysed samples using various techniques such as microscopy and chromatography for accurate results.
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, preventing shortages.
- Complied with all regulatory guidelines during experiment execution, ensuring ethical conduct.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
University of Cyprus
Lusaka 01.2022 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Eastern Africa Baraton
Baraton 10.2012 - 07.2016
Certificate of Higher Education - Laboratory Management
Power of Process
Bellville 01.2020 - 07.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Method Validation (Analytical Laboratories)
SQIS
SADC 06.2019 - 06.2019
Skills
- Laboratory Testing & Analysis (eg, PCR, HPLC, Microscopy)
- Sample Collection & Preparation
- Equipment Calibration & Maintenance
- Data Recording & Report Generation
- Sterilization & Aseptic Techniques
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Compliance with OSHA, GLP Standards
- Proficient in LIMS, Excel and SPSS
- Process validation capability
- ISO 9001 certification
- Project management capabilities
- Customer satisfaction focus
- CAPA management
- Risk assessment techniques
- Quality consciousness
- Kaizen" techniques
- Policy development
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Basketball coaching
- Charity work
Accomplishments
I am a certified international Society for Quality in Health Care fellow and have managed to get my institution nationally recognized in quality as number 1 facility in the country. I have also managed to get my laboratory certified with accreditation bodies and improved work ethics.
Certification
Certified International Society for Quality in Health care fellow and certified Laboratory Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Quality control manager
Southern Indian Ocean Division
01.2024 - Current
Quality assurance manager
Ministry of Health
11.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
University of Cyprus
01.2022 - 03.2024
Quality managing director
Blantyre Adventist Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Laboratory technologist
Blantyre Adventist Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2021
Certificate of Higher Education - Laboratory Management
Power of Process
01.2020 - 07.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Method Validation (Analytical Laboratories)
SQIS
06.2019 - 06.2019
Laboratory technologist
Malawi Blood Transfusion Services
01.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Eastern Africa Baraton
10.2012 - 07.2016
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