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Souad  Elmi

Souad Elmi

Clinical Microbiologist
Djibouti,Djibouti

Summary

High-performing Board Member with substantial experience providing strategic leadership and governance to organizations. Proven track record of success in managing budgets and making sound business decisions. Team-oriented and driven to building relationships and fostering culture of excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

Executive Advisory Board

African Public Health Students Network Initiative
Addis abba , Ethiopia
07.2023 - Current
  • Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Served a in public health issues.s advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
  • provide thought leadership

Health Educator Volunteer

Infectious And Tropical Diseases Department
Djibouti, DJ
04.2022 - Current
  • Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
  • Developed and implemented health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic diseases and infectious diseases.
  • Assessed success of health education programs through surveys and data collection.
  • Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
  • Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted research to stay up-to-date on health trends and health-related issues.
  • Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
  • Educated and trained healthcare providers on health education practices for patients.
  • Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating health education programs.
  • Provided technical assistance to healthcare providers and organizations to improve health education services.

Clinical Microbiologist

National Reference Laboratory In Peltier General Hospital, Ministry Of Health
Djibouti, Djibouti, DJ
01.2022 - Current
  • Wrote, updated and evaluated test methods and SOPs.
  • Qualified, prepared and tested microbiological media for sterility and growth promotion.
  • Prepared materials necessary for performing and executing tests.
  • Evaluated and interpreted laboratory results to determine diagnoses.
  • Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
  • Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
  • Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment to process specimens.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.

Medical Laboratory Supervisor

Elsalam Clinical Laboratory
Cairo, EG
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.

Medical Laboratory Specialist

Alexandria Vascular Hospital
Alexandria , EG
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
  • Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Alrahma Hospital
Djibouti, DJ
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.

Education

M.D. - Public Health Majoring Microbiology

High Institute of Public Health
Alexandria, Egypt
10.2017 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Faculty of Medicine And Health Science
Sana'a, Yemen
09.2009 - 06.2013

Skills

Business Development

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Affiliations

Nasser Fellowship for International Leadership

African Union COVID-19 Vaccination Bingwa Initiative

American society for Microbiology

African Union International Center for Girl's and Women's Education in Africa (AU-CIEEF) Ambassador

Software

Database management

MS Office

Social media engagement

Web development

Certification

Young Women Leaders Programme at Leap Leadership Institute

Timeline

Young Women Leaders Programme at Leap Leadership Institute

09-2023

Empowerment of Youth to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals

09-2023

Executive Advisory Board

African Public Health Students Network Initiative
07.2023 - Current

Nasser Fellowship for International Leadership

06-2023

Exploring Gender in the African Classroom

03-2023

Water Hero

03-2023

Management Strategies for people and Resources

01-2023

Health Educator Volunteer

Infectious And Tropical Diseases Department
04.2022 - Current

Clinical Microbiologist

National Reference Laboratory In Peltier General Hospital, Ministry Of Health
01.2022 - Current

Medical Laboratory Supervisor

Elsalam Clinical Laboratory
01.2021 - 11.2021

Medical Laboratory Specialist

Alexandria Vascular Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2020

M.D. - Public Health Majoring Microbiology

High Institute of Public Health
10.2017 - 11.2020

Medical Laboratory Technician

Alrahma Hospital
03.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Faculty of Medicine And Health Science
09.2009 - 06.2013
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