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Joseph is an HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with over 10 years of clinical laboratory, public health, and biomedical research experience spanning the Philippines, Oman, and the UK. He brings a strong multidisciplinary background in microbiology, molecular diagnostics, infectious diseases, haematology, and clinical chemistry, complemented by hands-on NHS experience as a Healthcare Support Assistant at Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust. Known for his patient-centred approach, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to infection prevention and safety, Joseph is a highly reliable and professional healthcare worker dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care.
Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust
Healthcare Support Assistant·Mar 2023 – Aug 2023
Working as part of a multidisciplinary NHS healthcare team, Joseph supported qualified nursing and clinical staff in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred patient care. He recorded routine clinical observations including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, monitored patient fluid intake and output, and assisted patients with daily care while maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect. He maintained accurate patient documentation and adhered to NHS policies, infection prevention procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.
University of the Philippines – Manila
Research Assistant II·Nov 2021 – May 2022
Joseph contributed to an environmental metagenomics research project focused on the isolation of aerial bacterial DNA within a major hospital setting. He collected and processed environmental samples, performed bacterial DNA extraction, and applied molecular biology techniques including Multiple Displacement Amplification (MDA) using random hexamers and Phi29 polymerase to increase DNA yield. He maintained accurate laboratory records and worked within a research environment requiring high levels of accuracy, reproducibility, and attention to detail.
Ministry of Health – Sultanate of Oman
Clinical Laboratory Scientist·Jun 2014 – May 2020
Joseph worked as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist within the Department of Laboratory and Pathology, supporting a broad range of diagnostic laboratory services. He prepared and analysed biological and clinical specimens, operated laboratory equipment, identified abnormalities in test results, and communicated relevant findings to healthcare professionals. He maintained accurate laboratory records, followed quality, safety, and infection prevention requirements, and contributed to accurate and timely laboratory reporting within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Department of Health – Central Office, Manila
University of the Philippines
Master·2013 – 2014
University of Santo Tomas
Bachelor of Science·2003 – 2008
University of Santo Tomas
High School·1999 – 2003
HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist (Registration Number: BS080673)
Care Certificate Standards 1–15
Basic Life Support
Infection Prevention & Control
Patient Safety
Safeguarding Adults Level 2
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Data Security
Handling Information
Health & Safety
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Drug Analyst I·May 2012 – Dec 2013
Joseph worked within the Special Concerns and Technical Cluster's Dangerous Drugs Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program, supporting national drug testing and toxicology activities in collaboration with the National Reference Laboratory for Toxicology and Occupational Health. He conducted laboratory analysis of urine specimens for prohibited substances, participated in nationwide random drug testing programmes, and prepared screened-positive specimens for confirmatory GC-MS analysis. He maintained accurate laboratory records and followed laboratory quality, safety, and chain-of-custody procedures throughout.
Department of Health – Center for Health and Development IV-B
Regional Medical Technologist – Infectious Disease Cluster·Jun 2011 – May 2012
Joseph worked collaboratively with the National Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory and the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine, supporting infectious disease and tuberculosis diagnostic activities. He performed AFB smear microscopy, LED/FM microscopy, GeneXpert, Line Probe Assay, sputum microscopy, Mycobacterium tuberculosis specimen processing, and HIV/STD and malaria diagnostics. He participated in public health laboratory activities, technical meetings, and laboratory workshops, and supported Department of Health infectious disease surveillance and diagnostic programmes.
Sto. Niño de Tanza Regional Hospital
Chief Medical Technologist·Mar 2008 – Apr 2011
Joseph provided clinical laboratory services across multiple diagnostic disciplines and supported the operation and quality management of the hospital laboratory. He performed routine and specialised laboratory investigations, verified results before reporting, carried out internal quality control procedures, and supported equipment calibration and maintenance. He worked collaboratively with clinicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, and maintained compliance with quality assurance, laboratory safety, and external quality assessment requirements.
Nuffield Health
Bank Cleaner·—
Joseph works within a UK healthcare and fitness environment, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, safety, and infection prevention. He performs routine and deep cleaning of healthcare and fitness facilities, follows health and safety procedures, and communicates professionally with colleagues, members, and visitors. He works independently, managing tasks efficiently and demonstrating excellent reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
Fire Safety Level 1
Conflict Resolution
Speak Up Core Training
Equality & Diversity
Counter Fraud
Direct Sputum Smear Microscopy – NTRL/RITM
Inoculation, Culture and Specimen Handling of Drug-Resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis – NTRL/RITM
Vector-Borne Integrated Microscopy – Department of Health
Certified Drug Analyst and Basic Toxicology – National Reference Laboratory / Department of Health
Monitoring, Supervision and Evaluation for National Tuberculosis Programme – TB LINC / Department of Health
Basic Infection Control and Quality Assurance in a TB Laboratory
Basic Leprosy Management and Proper Diagnosis – Department of Health
Basic HIV Diagnostics and Management
The Open University OpenLearn: Histology, Microscopy, Anatomy and Disease
The Open University OpenLearn: The Metagenomics Revolution: An Introduction
The Open University OpenLearn: Health and Safety in the Laboratory and Field
The Open University OpenLearn: Microbes – Friend or Foe?