Ponfa Christopher Rindap

Experience

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  Madonna Hospita

  Feb 2010 - May 2016

  Head, Clinical Laboratory

  • Planned, coordinated and implemented laboratory activities• Oversaw the development and adaptation of required guidelines for related laboratory services• Implemented and monitored efficient documentation of laboratory documents and records• Served as a Resource and Technical Consultant to local physicians, local clinical and hospital personnel and health department staff in laboratory and testing issues• Carried out of CD4, chemistry and hematology tests on HIV positive patients using the Partec Cyflow Counter, Reflotron, Selectra Pro S and Abacus Analyzers• Supervisory and over sight functions over technicians, assistants, attendants and students• Participated in EQA, proficiency testing activities• Implemented lab logistics system for efficient quantification and supply of test kits, reagents and other consumables required for laboratory services• Consulted with patients, including pre-test and post-test counseling, offer expert advice to physicians, medical community, patients, etc on test(s) availability and tests selection• Ensured that samples are collected and processed according to SOP and ensured results are available within defined TAT Show less

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  IHVN

  Jun 2016 - now

  • Ensure proper distribution of laboratory resources across facilities• Performance management: monitoring and reporting work progress as well as achievements• Harmonization of reports and development of issue log as well as follow up on unresolved issues• Identify technical assistance requirements and coordinate provisions• Plan, conduct and supervise training activities• Supervise equipment/supplies and commodities needs assessment• Initiate necessary changes to improve quality coverage and acceptance of services in the state• Monitor baseline and end line processes of laboratory thematic area of the project Show less • Supervised and oversaw laboratory related activities within Bauchi State• Supported the implementation of good laboratory practice and Quality Management System in all supported laboratories within the state• Conducted site based trainings and pre-activation trainings• Supervision and mentoring of GF supported Lab Staff in the state• Established strong collaboration with the laboratory directorate in the Hospitals Management Board for increased state government involvement leading to ownership• Monitored kits and reagent supply and redistributed during rationing to avoid stock out and expiries• Collected CRRF, generated LMD and reported submission in GF supported sites in collaboration with LMCU Bauchi State• Collation of weekly, bi-weekly and monthly laboratory data• Supervised and participated in monthly cluster meetings for all GF supported sites• Coordinated and supported viral load and EID sample collection and shipment within Bauchi State to the PCR laboratory• External Quality Assessment (EQA)/Proficiency panel preparation, assessment and result reporting for all GF supported sites within Bauchi State• Oversaw and monitored supported GeneXpert laboratories within Bauchi• Preparation of Dried Tube Specimen (DTS) to be used as Internal Quality Control (IQC) for Bauchi State Global Fund (GF) supported laboratories• Provided logistic support for all laboratory related trainings Show less • Continuous Quality Improvement for AKTH PCR Lab; supported the development/adaptation of Quality Manual, Safety Manual Management SOPs, Technical SOPs and other job aids• Supported the development/adaptation of record templates for activities• Assayed viral load and EID samples, validate, review, interpret results and dispatch results to the relevant medical staff to be used as information to diagnose and treat patients• Supported development of PCR, Quality Control, equipment functionality and preventive maintenance and documents relating to policies, SOPs, guidelines and laboratory manuals• Participated in internal and external DNA and RNA Proficiency testing schemes, analyze results and implement corrective actions on failed proficiencies Show less • Planned, implemented and monitored state laboratory QA activities• Worked with other thematic units to implement and monitor program activities• Planned and coordinated RTQII activities in the region• Built/developed capacity of site Laboratory Staff through mentoring, supervision and trainings• Worked with the National TB QA Team to prepare/distribute quarterly TB Proficiency Testing Panels• Worked with the National TB QA Team to analyze PT results, produce site specific reports and plan• Provided mentoring and supervision for all IHVN supported facilities enrolled for accreditation Show less

  • Program Officer, Laboratory (QA/QI Unit)

    Jun 2019 - now

  • Program Officer, Laboratory (Field Operations Unit)

    Oct 2018 - May 2019

  • Quality Assurance Officer (Quality Improvement Unit)

    Jan 2018 - Sept 2018

  • Quality Assurance Officer (Quality Improvement Unit)

    Jun 2016 - Dec 2017