Laboratory Technologist - Biochemistry at Mater Hospital

Main Duties

•  Receiving patient samples for laboratory analysis
•  Ensure all lab test procedures are conducted as per the SOPs
•  Participate in continuous medical education programs of the department
•  Assist in training of new staff and students on internship
•  Write and review SOPs
•  Monitor turnaround times
•  Monitor reagents and supplies to ensure the department has enough supplies while ensuring maximum utilization and efficiency
•  Ensure compliances of all the daily quality assurance requirements in the sections
•  Perform daily equipment maintenance and track planned preventive maintenance
•  Participate in department and hospital CMEs
•  Liaise with Laboratory Manager on new laboratory procedures to ensure that the laboratory is abreast with fast developing technology
•  Market services offered in the department
•  Supervise the daily performance of laboratory technologists assigned to the section
•  Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Laboratory Manager or designee from time to time

Required Qualifications for the Position

•  Holder of HND or BSC in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution
•  Must have current KMLTTB license
•  Minimum 5 years of experience as a laboratory technologist in a busy hospital laboratory
•  Minimum 3 years of experience in biochemistry
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills
•  Keen on detail with high degree of accuracy
•  High degree of administrative capability and good leadership skills
•  In depth knowledge regarding ISO 15189 will be an added advantage

so as to reach us not later than 31stMay 2023