Laboratory Technologist

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field from a recognized institution.
  
• Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences is an added advantage.
  
• Valid registration and practice license with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
  
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in blood transfusion and hemovigilance in a busy hospital laboratory.
  
• Training in blood transfusion sciences, GCLP, and ISO 15189 implementation.
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and professional ethics.
  
• A committed Christian with values aligned to Tenwek Hospital’s mission.
  

• Collect and acknowledge samples as per approved standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  
• Recruit and draw blood donors in line with established protocols..
  
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and ensure proper disposal of laboratory waste.
  
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain assigned laboratory equipment; report malfunctions promptly.
  
• Perform internal and external quality controls, verify results, and document accordingly.
  
• Analyze samples as per SOPs and report results in a timely manner.
  
• Ensure urgent, stat, and timed specimens are processed and reported appropriately.
  
• Stock workstations daily with reagents and supplies for uninterrupted testing.
  
• Review and verify laboratory findings for accuracy and authorize results as assigned.
  
• Provide written handover reports to incoming staff at shift change.
  
• Label reagents, materials, and storage containers in line with policy.
  
• Store specimens under appropriate conditions and discard those exceeding retention time.
  
• Liaise with section heads daily for smooth operations.
  
• Mentor and guide new staff and students assigned to your section.
  
• Document and report occurrences, transfusion incidents, or safety violations as required.
  
• Comply with Hemovigilance reporting and quality/safety requirements.
  
• Read, understand, and sign off on SOPs and laboratory policies.
  
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.