Technically reporting to laboratory technologist in charge, the laboratory technologists will be responsible for the smooth running of laboratory services in the IFO 1& 2 hospital. He/she will also ensure accurate processing and timely dissemination of lab results.
Duties And Responsibilities
Coordinate day-to-day operations to ensure quality laboratory services are delivered to beneficiaries
Provide medical laboratory diagnostic and therapeutic information, products and services by establishing specimen preparation procedures, developing and implementing analytical procedures, evaluating laboratory information and reporting results according to protocols
Maintain medical laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards, developing operations, quality and troubleshooting procedures, certifying instrument performance, arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair
Maintain medical laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies
Maintain medical laboratory productivity by monitoring workload of functional areas, identifying peak and slack periods, making operational adjustment
Maintain quality results by participating in quality assurance process, performing proficiency surveys, reviewing quality control and quality assurance programs, making adjustments in policy and procedures, generating reports and maintaining records
Maintain medical laboratory information system by identifying information needs and problems, recommending improvements, establishing priorities, testing and writing & reviewing SoPs
Implement new programs, tests, methods, instrumentation and procedures by investigating alternatives, preparing proposals, developing and performing parallel testing and monitoring progress
Maintain regular contact with clients suffering from various diseases to monitor their progress and response to medications by doing baseline investigations
Organize and conduct blood drive periodically
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree/Higher Diploma /Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
At least two (2)’ years practical relevant work experience as a Laboratory Technologist
Valid and current registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist board (KMLTTB)
Knowledge, Skills And Languages
At least 2 years working in a busy hospital set up in laboratory department
Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives
Demonstrated proficiency and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet
Should be a team player and culturally sensitive
Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills