Multiple Job Opportunities at The University of Maryland - MGIC

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of a Physician, perform routine clinical laboratory tests per prescribed procedures and acceptable practice pertaining to HIV/AIDS drugs for the site

Job duties

Technical Support

· Manage laboratory equipment in serviceable condition at all times inventory and ensure good store keeping for pharmacy drugs

· Prepare the laboratory equipment and specimen for tests as necessary

· Collect patients specimen for laboratory tests and analysis in the prescribed manner ensuring safe disposal of such specimen

· Analyze and electronically record test results in order to issue reports for use by the physician

· Maintain an accurate database of test carried out

· Develop, review and regularly update the standard operating procedures manual for administration of laboratory tests

· Member of the health facility drugs and therapeutics committee (TDC).

· Together with other TDC members, review and regularly update the health facility on medicines.

· Give the ART clinical team updates on the availability of tests

· Perform any reasonable work related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

· Member of the Laboratory and CCC team

Training and mentorship

· Orientate new laboratory staff members

· Following appropriate education participate in counseling of patients before/during/after carrying out laboratory tests.

Reports

· Reports to the facility in charge and PACT ENDELEZA Laboratory Services Advisor.

· Works in collaboration and guidance of the PACT ENDELEZA Laboratory team.

· Prepare site monthly Laboratory reports.

Academic Qualifications:

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science Technology

Higher National Diploma/Bachelors in Medical Laboratory Science Technology an added advantage

Professional Qualifications

Registration with Medical Laboratory Technologist and Technicians Board

Current Membership/Practicing License from the KMLTTB

Experience:

At least 3 years relevant experience

Skills & Attributes

· Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information

· Ability to prepare and maintain electronic records, keying in reports and responding to both oral

and written enquiries.

· Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical and clinic staff and the public.

· Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing