Laboratory Technologist

Job TypeFull TimeQualificationDiplomaExperience2 yearsLocationNairobiJob FieldScience

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory test procedures as outlined in the MSK laboratory standard operating procedure manuals and report test results
• Perform and adhere to daily quality assurance and quality control procedures in performing all testing
• Correlate clinical information and/or previous lab results and report discrepancies to supervisors and other appropriate personnel. Consult with superiors or senior clinicians when no pre-set criteria for decision- making is available before taking action
• Collect and direct the collection of specimens with rigid attention to proper patient identification, priority status and hospital and laboratory safety and infection control policies for clinical testing
• Maintain and operate lab equipment; be able to detect malfunctions as they occur by review of results. Troubleshoot the problem with vendor representative and raise the requests for repairs
• Provide recommendation on new tests to introduce to the clinic based on market research results
• Follow protocol for running and documenting control values
• Collect, evaluate, and report quality management data in order to monitor and improve laboratory performance
• Work closely with all laboratory personnel to ensure timely client service and accurate test results
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, doctors, and fellow employees to ensure optimal operation of department. Communicate pertinent information to other members of the health care team in a clinically relevant time frame to enhance the lab's contribution to patient care
• Write and update laboratory procedures under supervision as required by quality teams
• Liaise with the Quality Assurance team to report any clinical incidences and seek support where intervention is required
• Documentation - Properly and accurately documents/charts observations and other data related to the clinical condition of the patient, and ensures proper records are maintained of the same
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. This should be done in Liaison with the Centre manager to ensure the lab is always covered while away
• Confidentiality - Preserve and protect patient and client confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols
• Correctly dispose of bio-hazardous materials, labelling and handling of all materials
• Adhere and adapt to organizational goals, objectives, and standards of performance, policies and procedures
• Ensure that all relevant practicing licenses are up to date and copies maintained in the personal files in the facilities
• Any other duties that maybe assigned by the line manager

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognised institution.

Valid License from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board

Minimum of two (2) years post training experience in the same position

Skills

• Capable of performing tests in all clinical laboratory sections: bacteriology, immunohematology, chemistry, haematology, parasitology, serology and urinalysis
• Fully aware of quality control protocols
• Fully conversant on Infection prevention and control

• Perform routine laboratory test procedures as outlined in the MSK laboratory standard operating procedure manuals and report test results
• Perform and adhere to daily quality assurance and quality control procedures in performing all testing
• Correlate clinical information and/or previous lab results and report discrepancies to supervisors and other appropriate personnel. Consult with superiors or senior clinicians when no pre-set criteria for decision- making is available before taking action
• Collect and direct the collection of specimens with rigid attention to proper patient identification, priority status and hospital and laboratory safety and infection control policies for clinical testing
• Maintain and operate lab equipment; be able to detect malfunctions as they occur by review of results. Troubleshoot the problem with vendor representative and raise the requests for repairs
• Provide recommendation on new tests to introduce to the clinic based on market research results
• Follow protocol for running and documenting control values
• Collect, evaluate, and report quality management data in order to monitor and improve laboratory performance
• Work closely with all laboratory personnel to ensure timely client service and accurate test results
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, doctors, and fellow employees to ensure optimal operation of department. Communicate pertinent information to other members of the health care team in a clinically relevant time frame to enhance the lab's contribution to patient care
• Write and update laboratory procedures under supervision as required by quality teams
• Liaise with the Quality Assurance team to report any clinical incidences and seek support where intervention is required
• Documentation - Properly and accurately documents/charts observations and other data related to the clinical condition of the patient, and ensures proper records are maintained of the same
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. This should be done in Liaison with the Centre manager to ensure the lab is always covered while away
• Confidentiality - Preserve and protect patient and client confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols
• Correctly dispose of bio-hazardous materials, labelling and handling of all materials
• Adhere and adapt to organizational goals, objectives, and standards of performance, policies and procedures
• Ensure that all relevant practicing licenses are up to date and copies maintained in the personal files in the facilities
• Any other duties that maybe assigned by the line manager

• Capable of performing tests in all clinical laboratory sections: bacteriology, immunohematology, chemistry, haematology, parasitology, serology and urinalysis
• Fully aware of quality control protocols
• Fully conversant on Infection prevention and control

• Minimum Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognised institution.
• Valid License from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board