Laboratory Technologist at Jacaranda Health

Reporting to the Laboratory Services in Charge this position will be responsible for collecting and testing of patient specimens and generating accurate reports to support treatment.

Duties for the Laboratory Technologist Job

• Work in collaboration with the Clinical team and the JH management to implement effective procedures, rules, regulations that are consistent with the organization values and policies.
• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols for nursing services
• Perform Laboratory investigations as per clinician’s request and ensure accurate, reliable and timely results.
• Maintain order and smooth flow of patients.
• Collection, preparation and management of samples and specimen including safe disposal
• Quality control and cleanliness adherence for laboratory equipment.
• Submitting lab reports monthly.
• Ensure that all relevant records are updated and maintained.
• Monitor and supervise proper usage of laboratory reagents.
• Maintain Laboratory machines in good order- cleaning and covering after use.
• Ensure general laboratory cleanliness is maintained.
• Report any unusual statistics or observations to the laboratory in-charge.

Laboratory Technologist Job Qualifications

• Diploma in medical laboratory sciences.
• Must be registered by KMLTTB
• At least 3 years’ experience working in a busy Microbiology laboratory
• Computer literate