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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE                                 :   LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT                          :   CLINICAL SERVICES

REPORTS TO                            :   LABORATORY MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY      

Analyze samples and release accurate results within reasonable time to guide the Doctors on proper diagnosis and treatment.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Analyze patient’s specimen and give results within acceptable time frame.

·         Monitors reagents to ensure the department has enough supplies and utilization is within the budgetary allocation.

·         Perform quality controls to monitor the bias and performance for the Department.

·         Reports faulty equipment to the maintenance department for repairs

·         Monitor performance in the unit and communicate challenges in good time to ensure high quality results are always achieved

·         Assists in blood donations from donors when required

·         Liaise with the Laboratory Manager on new laboratory procedures to ensure that laboratory is abreast with the fast-developing technology

KEY QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

·         Higher Diploma Medical Laboratory Technologist

·         Degree in medical technology is desirable

·         3 years’ experience

·         Valid practicing license

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills

·         Keen on detail with a high degree of accuracy

·         Ability to work under pressure

·         Attention to detail.

·         High level of Integrity