Laboratory Technician Job at Lifelink Hospital

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DUTY STATION: Lifelink Hospital

JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician

REPORT TO: Head of Laboratory

INTERFACES WITH: Clinical Coordinator, General Manager and team leaders of other departments

JOB PURPOSE

To perform a variety of laboratory tests by following the correct procedures to assist in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution.
Minimum of 2 years work experience in a busy laboratory
Must be registered with Allied Health Professional Council.
Must have a valid Annual Practicing License.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment and techniques of medical laboratory technology.
Have good medical knowledge
Able to use specialized medical equipment
Organization of lab workﬂows interpretation and reporting of lab observations.
Basic computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft Ofﬁce.
Excellent organizational skills required with strong team orientation
Ability to perform well under pressure
Excellent interpersonal skills using the team work concept
Careful and analytical approach to work
Attention to detail
Empathetic, supportive and professional approach to patients
Energetic, resilient and able to prioritize
Ability to learn and work independently, with minimum handholding and supervision
Professional, mature and confident

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PROFESSIONAL

To perform tests according to the standard operating procedures as per tests
To perform all Lab tests as required by the doctor/clinician
Always keep patient’s results as confidential
To recommend any other tests if you think they will improve on the patients’ management
Interact with doctors/clinician in case of a significant finding in the patient’s results
Recording all results in the Lab record books
Performing phlebotomies
Explain to OPD clients the Lab results or referring them where you can’t give an appropriate explanation
Ensure proper storage of reagents, samples and equipment
Preparing reagents for daily use
Ensure that patients’ rights and safety are not violated
Ensure proper interpretation of tests results to patients
Ensure proper transportation of samples to other Labs (in case of outside/out of premises Lab tests)
Ensure personal protective ware while in the laboratory. (Closed shoes, gloves, lab coats etc.)
Always attend CMEs and Laboratory department meetings

CUSTOMER CARE

PREMISES, EQUIPMENTS AND SUPPLIES

To ensure proper arrangement of the lab
To ensure proper disposal of waste
To ensure that lab reagents and equipment are in good working condition and are not expired
Ensure that machines are switched off after work
To ensure that the lab is adequately supplied with reagents and any other equipment at all times
To update yourself on the available and unavailable tests
To ensure that the lab is clean and organized, including the bench, the floors and other drawers
To ensure stock takings and avoid stock outs
To ensure proper storage of reagents, samples and equipment
To fill daily maintenance logs

QUALITY CONTROL

To regularly asses the quality of results produced by our lab
To regularly assess the functionality of the lab equipment and assesses the quality of recycled containers and instruments
To filter and prepare reagents
To update each other on the proper lab test procedures and any reporting methods
To compare lab results with doctors’ clinical notes to ensure that they tally

COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY

To report to the Manager/ Head of Laboratory any lab queries
To report to the Manager/ Head of Laboratory in case of failure/absence from duty
To report any challenges faced in the Laboratory department
To identify and inform management of any other laboratory needs/requirements
To give the Manager/Head of Laboratory prior notice of any reagents short supply

FINANCE

To ensure that all tests are properly and correctly billed
To ensure that our patients’ laboratory tests have been paid for before they are done
Return receipts to the cashiers in case of any petty cash given for proper accountability

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

To assess and identify own education and training needs and explore all opportunities for marinating and updating own professional knowledge and skills

OTHERS

How to apply

Send your cover letter, CV and Academic documents (In 1 document not exceeding 5MB) To:

By: Thursday 22nd June 2023