Sawsan Hassan Mohamed Ahmed
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished microbiologist and general laboratory technologist with over 18 years of experience in medical microbiology and serology. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in microbiological analysis and laboratory techniques, with a deep understanding of diagnostic tests and problem-solving in disease control. Highly knowledgeable in laboratory terminology, equipment, and supplies, contributing to effective diagnostic outcomes. Committed to advancing expertise in microbiological practices to enhance healthcare solutions.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor Microbiology section
Riyadh hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2024.01 - Current
- Supervise daily microbiology laboratory activities.Ensure timely and accurate processing of specimens.Monitor workflow.
- Supervise daily microbiology laboratory activities.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of specimens.
Monitor workflow. - Ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., CAP,SBAHI,JSI).
- Verify and authorize laboratory results according to policy.Ensure proper identification of microorganisms and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.Implement new testing methods and validate equipment.
- Verify and authorize laboratory results according to policy.
Ensure proper identification of microorganisms and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Implement new testing methods and validate equipment. - Maintain laboratory records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation.
- Coordinate with clinicians, infection prevention teams, and other laboratory departments.
- Analyse laboratory performance indicators.
- Analysed laboratory performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and maintain high standards of service delivery.
- Assigned to role from January 1, 2024
MICROBIOLOGY SUPERVISOR
Specliazed Medical Center Hospital(SMC)
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2021.12 - 2023.12
- Oversaw microbiology department operations and infection control measures.
- Supervised daily microbiology laboratory activities, ensuring timely and accurate specimen processing and workflow monitoring.
- Verify and authorize laboratory results according to policy. Ensure proper identification of microorganisms and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Implement new testing methods and validate equipment.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., CAP,SBAHI,JSI).
- Verified and authorised laboratory results according to policy, ensuring proper identification of microorganisms and antimicrobial susceptibility testing while implementing and validating new testing methods.
- Maintain laboratory records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation.
- Analyze laboratory performance indicators.
- Analyse laboratory performance indicators.
DIRECTOR
King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
Riyadh
2010.01 - 2014.12
- Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical work on all Microbiology received samples.
- Perform Reagents Quality Control, regularly checks and monitors equipment performance.
- Assigned as Safety Officer for the Microbiology Section (2017-2018–).
- Managed team operations and workflow during temporary assignment. (October 2018 – June 2019).
- Recruited and conducted orientations and training to new staff.
- Ensured that all laboratory staff followed health and safety standards.
- Assisted in the development of budgets and controlled expenses with the assigned budget.
- Worked with senior staff to improve quality of laboratory processes.
- Supervised laboratory staff to finish testing within deadlines.
- Recorded all results in laboratory information system. Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Maintained a safe working environment for staff.
- Worked as a Laboratory Specialist from April 2007 to December 2009.
MICROBIOLOGIST
Dr, Mohamed Abdullateef Basha Medical Center
Riyadh
2004.01 - 2007.01
- Perform clinical laboratory tests pertinent to haematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, and immunology.
- Calculated test records and measured prescribed quantities of samples to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Evaluated quality control information against measurable data to maintain laboratory standards and ensure precise testing outcomes.
- Calculate test records and measure prescribed quantities of sample.
- Ordered medical supplies to ensure laboratory operations ran smoothly.
- Reported test results. Maintained records.
- MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS 06/2002 - 11/2003
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Al-Nahdi Medical Center
Riyadh
2002.06 - 2003.11
- Conducted technical laboratory analyses to support accurate diagnostics.
- Ensured accuracy and precision of test results through adherence to best laboratory practices, enhancing reliability for clinical decisions.
- Processed laboratory orders from physicians and medical staff for various routine tests, facilitating timely patient care.
- Receive laboratory orders from physicians and medical staff for various routine tests.
- Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST 02/1999 - 04/2002
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Ibrahim Malik Hospital
Khartoum
1999.02 - 2002.04
- Performed microbiological analysis on materials per specifications.
- Maintained microbiological cultures in laboratory settings.
- Executed routine microbiological and serological analyses, including culture and sensitivity tests, fungal cultures, and various staining procedures.
- Carried out routine serological analyses, including WIDAL, RA, CRP, VDRL, agglutination assays, and ELISA procedures.
- MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST 02/1999 - 04/2002
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Al- Amal Center for Treatment
Khartoum
1999.02 - 2002.04
- Medical Technologist (2000-2002):
- Operated and calibrated laboratory testing equipment, conducting chemical, microscopic, and bacteriological tests to ensure accurate results.
- Prepared reagents, solvents, solutions, standards, and stains for analysis.
- Maintained lab equipment and resolved instrument problems to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
- Medical Technologist Trainee (1999-2000):
- Conducted general and specialized chemistry tests, including nutritional and diagnostic analyses in biochemistry, endocrinology, toxicology, and urinalysis to support patient diagnosis.
- Performed stat and routine testing on a variety of specimens quickly and accurately.
- Maintained lab equipment and troubleshoot/resolved instrument problems.
- Skills: Over 18 years' experience as Hands-on experience in
Education
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology - Microbiology
University of East Nile
Khartoum, Sudan 2000.10 - 2004.01
Skills
- Microbiology expertise
- Proficient in methods and practices of microbiological analysis
- Laboratory techniques
- Laboratory test implementation
- Quality control management
- Technical equipment operation
- Diagnostic problem-solving
- Knowledge of erp systems
- Customer service excellence
Certification
- Certified Laboratory Specialist, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia By Saudi Council for Health Specialities (SCHS).
- CBAHI accreditation, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 03/2017
- CBHAI accreditation, Riyadh , Saudi Arabia 11/2023
- CBAHI accreditation, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 09/2025
- JCI accreditation, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 05/2019
- Mock survey, College of American Pathologists(CAP), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 03/2020
- CAP Accreditation took in Specialized Medical Center Hospital (June 2022). SMC hospital
- CAP Accreditation took in Specialized Medical Center Hospital (June 2019). King Abdullah Hospital
LANGUAGES
Arabic Advanced
English Fluent
RESIDENCY STATUS
Transferable Saudi Arabian residency permit.
Timeline
Supervisor Microbiology section
Riyadh hospital
2024.01 - Current
MICROBIOLOGY SUPERVISOR
Specliazed Medical Center Hospital(SMC)
2021.12 - 2023.12
DIRECTOR
King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz University Hospital
2010.01 - 2014.12
MICROBIOLOGIST
Dr, Mohamed Abdullateef Basha Medical Center
2004.01 - 2007.01
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Al-Nahdi Medical Center
2002.06 - 2003.11
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology - Microbiology
University of East Nile
2000.10 - 2004.01
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Ibrahim Malik Hospital
1999.02 - 2002.04
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Al- Amal Center for Treatment
1999.02 - 2002.04