Careers at Med-Lab Diagnostics Center

Responsibilities

• Examine specimens received by the department and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround time of results in the molecular department
• Perform PCR, hybridization, and genetic sequencing on specimens
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays
• Performing daily maintenance of equipment troubleshooting unexpected problems with equipment and monitoring temperatures of incubation equipment.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and reagents and communicate requirements
• Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment and HMIS system
• Maintain records of test results and archives of data
• Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
• Skills in another medical laboratory discipline with be an added advantage

Qualification & requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical sciences from a recognized institution
• Must be registered with KMLTTB and have a valid practicing license.
• Minimum 2 years working experience in molecular work

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Responsibilities

• Perform health assessment of patients brought to the lab to identify their care needs
• Ensure patients are adequately prepared for procedures and that documentation is up to date Prepare the necessary procedure trays and equipment before procedure while maintain sterility. Maintain highest standards of infection control, as per hospital policies and procedure.
• Assist the physician to perform procedures, and administers the necessary medications
• Monitor patients during and after procedures and reports to the physician any abnormal findings e.g. arrhythmias, excessive bleeding from insertion sites, pain etc
• Participate in life-saving actions such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation
• Educate patients and families about diseases and their therapies
• Maintain accurate documentation of the procedure, Hemodynamic monitoring, monitor patient vital signs and Medications given in the lab
• Ensure discharge instructions from the lab are clear and documented and hands over the patients to the floors, where applicable.
• Provide safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices, timely safety checks of IV pumps, oxygen source, and other lab equipment
• Take accountability for efficient use of recourses and practice judicious stock control at all times i.e. accurate and timely billing of used CSSD items and Unit drugs
• Responsible for safe use of lab equipment through proper cleaning, storage, per shift checks of the inventory and timely reporting of non-functional equipment to the nurse manager

Qualifications & Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized school of nursing or University
• Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in Critical Care nursing

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Duties and responsibilities

• Sample collection and processing
• Assist in running of laboratory assays for the project Lab Results processing and reporting
• Field Data collection and management
• Assist in other tasks to support the project as required. Provide administrative assistance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Biological sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Clinical Medicine, Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Technology, Public Health, Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or Applied Sciences from a recognized institution
• A Master’s Degree is an added advantage
• Valid License from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians Technologist Board. (KMLTTB)
• Proficiency with molecular laboratory equipment with recent attachment in a parasitology/molecular biology laboratory;
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques; DNA extraction, PCR and Qpcr;
• Knowledgeable in Sequencing and Sequencing data analysis; Accuracy and close attention to detail; and
• Strong analytical and organization skills.

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Responsibilities

• Design maintenance strategies, procedures and methods
• Carry out routine maintenance work and respond to equipment faults
• Diagnose breakdown problems
• Fit new parts and make sure equipment is working correctly
• Carry out quality inspections on jobs
• Liaise with client departments, customers and other laboratory technologists
• Arrange specialist procurement of fixtures, fittings or components
• Control maintenance tools, stores and equipment
• Deal with emergencies, unplanned problems and repairs
• Improve health and safety policies and procedures
• Work with specialist equipment, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC)
• Write maintenance strategies to help with installation and commissioning guidelines
• Ensure there is continuous cover of the machinery and equipment in case of breakdowns.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Medical Technology, Applied Physics (Electronics and Instrumentation), Mechatronic Engineering or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution.
• Registration certificates from relevant regulatory bodies
• Ability to read system schematics.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of safety and equipment procedures.
• Good communication and training skills.
• Ability to work with heavy equipment.