Lab Technician - Medical

To supervise the laboratory team and ensure delivery of quality laboratory services.

Knowledge, qualifications & Experience

Education:

• A minimum of a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Techniques from a recognized Institution and a Certificate of registration with the Allied Health Professional Council
  

Experience, Skills and Competences:

• A minimum of at least three (3) years working experience as a laboratory technician in a reputable hospital
  

• Participate in carrying out laboratory tests, interpret results and submit reports to the clinicians at the hospital and lower level health centres.
  

• Prepare laboratory reagents
  

• Co-ordinate sample collection and processing between the ward and the laboratory
  

• Participate in the investigations of epidemic disease outbreaks and report to the Medical Superintendent
  

• Ensure full functionality of the blood transfusion services in the hospital.
  

Supervision and maintenance of the laboratory

• Co-ordinate, supervise and institute quality control measures in the Laboratory
  

• Institute safety measures against laboratory hazards and ensure safe disposal of laboratory wastes
  

• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is serviced on time and kept functional
  

• Identify promotional and training needs of Laboratory staff and recommend to the Medical Superintendent
  

• Organise continuous medical education for Laboratory staff