Laboratory Technologists (2 positions) at LVCT Health

LT/LVCT/1/2023

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• The candidate will have the following responsibilities;
• Ensure correct specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment
• Perform laboratory routine and complex examinations 
• Support development and maintenance of laboratory quality management system and laboratory accreditation through Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement (LCQI) and/or 

SLMTA. This include:

• Development of laboratory policies and procedures
• Method/equipment verification
• Performance of IQC and EQA/PT
• Performance of routine and scheduled maintenance, calibration and certification of laboratory analytical and ancillary equipment
• Monitoring of laboratory quality indicators
• Implementation of improvement projects
  • Performance and documentation of RCA and CAPA
  • Collate laboratory data, analyse,review for trends, andmake data-driven decisions timprove laboratory services
  • Actively participate in laboratory and facility Continuous Quality Improvement Teams activities
  • Ensure accurate monitoring of laboratory commodities, accurate forecasting and quantification and reporting
  • Participate in continuous professional education (CPD) activities including CMEs, trainings and workshops/seminars.
  • Collaborate with other professional groups tcreate awareness and increase utilization of laboratory services while enhancing laboratory-clinical interphase
  • Ensure adherence tBiosafety and Biosecurity, IPC, and COVID-19 guidelines and 

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a KMLTTB - recognized institution.
• Registered with KMLTTB with a valid practicing license.
• At least 3 years’ experience working in a busy laboratory and handling HIV and TB samples.
• Ability tcommunicate effectively both orally and in writing and good report writing skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.