JOHNCY BENI
Chennai
Summary
Experienced microbiologist with a strong foundation in clinical laboratory practice within a large healthcare system, now transitioning into the education sector after completing B.Ed. Passionate about applying scientific knowledge and practical healthcare experience to school teaching. Skilled in simplifying complex biological concepts, fostering student engagement, and creating a positive learning environment. Proficient in laboratory technologies, specimen analysis, and scientific reporting, with a commitment to nurturing academic growth and encouraging curiosity in life sciences among students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Microbiologist
Dr Jayaharan Memorial Hospital
Nagercoil
06.2019 - 03.2023
- All Bacterial culture & sensitivity.
- Fungal culture and Fungal stain.
- Skin scrapping and snip.
- Acid fast bacilli - Stain.
- Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing to create an Antibiograms.
- Water Culture to control the Nosocomial infection.
- Worked closely with management for NABH accreditation and obtained NABH Entry level.
- Blood and All Types of Swab collection (Including COVID).
- Helped to establish and maintain quality assurance programs, procedures and controls associated with the Quality Assurance Microbiology Laboratory.
- Help with weekly schedules for laboratory staff; based on test volume and current needs.
- Developed and validated test methods and contamination containment procedures.
- Cross-trained in back-up diagnostic testing within the Serology, Hematology, and Biochemistry Departments.
- Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
- Developed effective working relations with groups, individuals, agencies and public.
Microbiologist
Dr Jayaharan Momorial Hospital
Nagercoil
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Cultured samples, monitored growth, isolated bacterial colonies and performed diagnostic tests to identify suspected microorganisms.
- Assessed test methods for sterility testing and performed method suitability.
- Read and interpret Standard Operational Procedures and test methods for biotechnology.
- Fungal Culture
- AFB Stain for TB and Leprosy
Education
B. Ed - Bio Science
Bapuji Memorial College of Education
Nagercoil, 629252 06.2021 - 06.2023
Master's - Microbiology
Lady Doak College
Madurai, Tamil NaduBachelor's - Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology
Holy Cross College
Nagercoil, Tamil NaduSkills
- Laboratory Equipment
- Microbiology
- Medical Coding
- Biotechnology
- Food Microbiology
- Plant tissue culture & Microbiology
- PCR
- Training
- Team leadership
- Time management
Certification
Medical Coding, 02/01/10
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
B. Ed - Bio Science
Bapuji Memorial College of Education
06.2021 - 06.2023
Microbiologist
Dr Jayaharan Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 03.2023
Microbiologist
Dr Jayaharan Momorial Hospital
06.2012 - 11.2015
Master's - Microbiology
Lady Doak College
Bachelor's - Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology
Holy Cross College