JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE                                 :   LABORATORY MANAGER

DEPARTMENT                          :   LABORATORY

REPORTS TO                            :   CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY      

To provide overall professional leadership and management of the Laboratory Services including implementation of operational and technical processes to ensure accurate diagnosis for treatment of patients

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and organise all technical and operational activities of the Laboratory in collaboration with the Pathologist.
• Prepare, manage, and control the Laboratory budget in consultation with all Section Heads
• Review the technical performance of test procedures to ensure competence of staff performing testing.
• Establish and maintain effective channels of communication between the Laboratory, other clinical departments and all other users of the Laboratory services ensuring supportive and cooperative relationships.
• Ensure maintenance and development of laboratory services in the Hospital
• Ensure the enforcement of a safe environment for staff and customers through observance of effective laboratory practice, fire and safety regulations, etc.
• Coordinate the communication of laboratory results and or the medical significance of clinical laboratory data and interpretations to the referring doctors. 
• Provide linkage between Pathologists and Consulting doctors.
• Serve as an active member of medical, regulatory and staff committees as may be appointed and constituted.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology or Medical Technology preferred.
• Generalist laboratory background with minimum 7 years’ experience preferred.
• Good technical knowledge in relevant laboratory areas including haematology, chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, energetic, able to solve problems and work in a diverse laboratory environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients.
• Demonstrated leadership and a history of excellent attendance with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational, computer and record-keeping skills
• Must be fully registered with Allied Health Professionals Council
• Ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.