Support the delivery of quality laboratory diagnostic and monitoring tests at the Makerere University Hospital and supported partner clinics.
Reports to: Laboratory Services Coordinator
Duration: 6 months
Requirements
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Certificate from the Allied Health Professionals’ Council
• 1 year working experience in an HIV/TB related health facility
• Current annual practicing license
• Knowledge in laboratory quality management systems
Job application procedure
Combine all your application documentation i.e. cover letter, CV & academic documents into one PDF document with names/contact details of three referees including the immediate Supervisor and Head of Human Resources, addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP).
Email: [email protected] NOT later than April 12, 2024 at 4:30 pm.
Please ensure that your attachments do not exceed 25 MB.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients and collect samples according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Keep the laboratory environment safe and secure for the staff and other laboratory users.
• Process and test laboratory specimens, interpret results and ensure quality of laboratory results according to SOPs using a range of automated equipment and manual techniques, in a timely manner.
• Carry out routine maintenance and performance checks on equipment and report unresolved defects to the Laboratory Services Coordinator in a timely manner
• Maintain adequate stocks of chemicals, reagents and consumables and keep stock records according to the standard operating procedures to avoid stock outs.
• Evaluates test results, makes recommendations and communicates critical test results
• Participate in the implementation of laboratory quality management systems
• Prepare monthly test statistics and submit to the Laboratory Services Coordinator by the 4th of the following month
• Provide technical support to the MJAP-supported facilities as requested from time to time
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor(s) from time to time. This may include working at other facilities supported by MJAP.