Laboratory Technologist – Migori at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the successful candidate will ensure provision of effective, efficient, and quality clinical laboratory services in the hospital.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect and receive laboratory specimens following laid down procedures.
• Process laboratory specimens and communicate accurate results in a timely manner.
• Maintain and control laboratory equipment.
• Participate in proficiency testing and other quality assurance programs.
• Create and review laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Maintain laboratory records and specimen archives.
• Sustain laboratory accreditation status.

The requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a busy medical laboratory
• Experience in an accredited laboratory will be an added advantage.
• Excellent skills and competency in clinical microbiology and molecular techniques.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board. A current practice license is mandatory.
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.