Medical Laboratory Technologist at Amref Kenya

JOB DETAILS:

• Perform Analytical Tests
• Evaluate specimens received by laboratory and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround times of results.
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of assays.
• Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems for the equipment.
• Evaluate inventory of supplies and reagents and communicate order needs.

KEY AREA ACTIVITIES

• Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to laboratory equipment and other accessories.
• Maintain records of test results and archives of data.
• Maintain a safe, neat and clean work environment.
• Archiving and tracking of specimens.

Quality Assurance

Activities

• Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Training of new laboratory staff and interns.
• Assist department in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the laboratory and document knowledge by reviewing and signing SOPs.
• Record data to monitor temperatures and humidity of various equipment and environmental conditions.
• Follow established quality management policies and principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Perform and document corrective action, including follow-up monitoring to gauge the effectiveness of the corrective action.
• Lead in calibration of pipettes, thermometers, and other measuring equipment.
• Perform analytical tests in the laboratory as assigned by the subcounty Medical Laboratory Coordinator and immediately report any problems with tests, equipment or results to Sub-County Laboratory
• Coordinator or Laboratory Manager.
• Follow all Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as outlined in the County Laboratory Quality Assurance Manual.

Perform the following routine laboratory duties: -

• Keep lab work areas clean and organized;
• Perform routine maintenance of lab equipment;
• Monitor the status of laboratory supplies;
• Complete QA/QC assignments;
• Proper documentation in the laboratory.

Assist with Laboratory Administrative Duties

• Perform laboratory administrative duties by receiving samples from customers or users as needed, calculating and recording analytical results in the appropriate log book, data entry in the LIMS.
• Maintaining chemical/equipment traceability records, documenting QA/QC requirements, and generating control charts.

Assist Quality Assurance Officer and Laboratory Manager with administrative duties as necessary including but not limited to the following: -

• Generate and/or review analytical reports;
• Contact lab users or customers;
• Monitor turn-around times;
• Maintain smooth laboratory work flow.

Other Duties

• Responsible for the compliance to standards and directives.
• Ensure effective communication between laboratory and USAID Imarisha management.
• Assist in development of sustainable laboratory business proposals.

KEY AREA ACTIVITIES

• Assist in coordinating activities for Boda for Health Riders, Interns/student Trainings, field activities and other activities that shall be assigned by the Laboratory Manager, Sub-County Medical
• Laboratory Coordinator or Laboratory Specialist

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• Must be registered and have a valid license to practice from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB)
• Must be conversant with Laws of Kenya for Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Act CAP. 253A of 2012

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a KMLTTB approved institution
• Prior training on ISO15189:2012 on QMS implementation and worked in an accredited laboratory is an added advantage
• Prior training on Good Clinical Laboratory Practices is an added advantage
• Prior training on the Biosafety/Biosecurity is an added advantage
• Prior training in molecular and PCR techniques is an added advantage

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Laboratory Technologist under supervision
• Experience working in the private healthcare sector
• Served as a Molecular Laboratory Technologist is an added advantage
• Prior experience in laboratory implementing ISO 15189 standard
• Previous work experience within private sector facilities is an added advantage
• Proficiency in MS Excel is an added advantage

Skills

• Excellent written, listening and oral communications skills
• Proficiency in both English and Kiswahili
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent coordination and planning skills
• Report writing skills: Ability to write complex reports
• Demonstrate high levels of integrity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent team player
• Proficiency in computer package and MS Excel is an added advantage