Core Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and handle blood and/or other biological specimens according to established procedures; instructs patients in the proper collection of samples


• Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests in the areas of hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis, as assigned; conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine and perform blood counts using microscope as outlined on SOPs, Manuals and Policies


• Perform quality control on test results, ensuring validity and accuracy


• Performs calibration and troubleshooting on testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy


• Keep records and reports on results according to established procedures


• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods


• Orientation of new staff


• Participate in CMEs and quarterly assessment tests


• Timely and accurate billing of laboratory services


• Department report submission (weekly and monthly reports)


• Stock management and monthly submission of stock report with explained variances


• Review and act on quality indicator reports (IQC, EQA/interlaboratory comparison, TAT, sample rejection)


• Document CAPA on all non-conformities


• Follow laid down Lab Board approved rules for medical lab profession and adhere to Government and respective professional standards of care and treatment of patients

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma/ BSC in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related disciplines


• Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.

Experience

• 3 +years’ work experience.

Technical skills/Leadership competencies

• Proficiency in computer application packages


• Able to use, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment


• Effective communication both oral and written


• Attention to details


• Systematically manage work and workplace


• Demonstrate leadership and organizational competence


• Uphold ethics and professionalism


• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.


• Ability to collect, prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols

Language Skills

• English


• Swahili (Preferred)