Senior Laboratory Technologist/ Section Head Molecular at Karen Hospital

JOB PURPOSE ( SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST/ SECTION HEAD MOLECULAR - REF No: SLT/02/04/2022)

Plan and organize operations in Molecular section to achieve quality diagnostic outcomes within targeted turnover times and overhead costs, to support business goals and strategies. Ensuring implementation of the Quality Management System per ISO 15189.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Academic qualification:

• Bachelor Degree/ Diploma in medical laboratory technology;
• Higher Diploma or Masters in Molecular is highly recommended;
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in the Molecular bench including manual nucleic acid extraction and PCR;
• Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB);
• Sound knowledge and understanding of lab QMS’s, GCLPs and ISO 15189 standards;
• Basic life support skills;
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Skills & competencies required for both positions:

• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills to effectively relate to diverse personalities.
• Possess analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, high administrative capability and technical competence
• Ability to motivate and inspire staff
• Versatility and teamwork
• Learning agility
• Demonstrates Integrity and honesty