Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology Section at Aga Khan University Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Receive specimens for Microbiology testing.
• Maintain appropriate internal controls on all processes in Microbiology
• Monitor and manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in Microbiology.
• Perform tests with maximum efficiency utilizing reagents appropriately by following laid down standard operating procedures to achieve expected turn-around time.
• Communicate urgent/critical/abnormal test results to appropriate clinicians with recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Observe/comply with Health & Safety requirements in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in the work area.
• Develop and implement SOPs in Microbiology.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Requirements:

• Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institute or equivalent
• Registered with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
• Minimum 3 years working experience.
• Well versed in the required discipline
• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills (both written and oral)