Laboratory Technologist At Tenwek Hospital

Job Ref: 08/07/2020
Job Description
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Technologist exists to provide general medical laboratory services to patients at Tenwek Hospital.
Responsibilities
Ensure that the laboratory is clean and in the required condition in order to provide conducive working environment for quality laboratory service delivery in the hospital.
Review laboratory safety policies and procedures in collaboration with the Laboratory Manager
Implement the required laboratory safety standards enshrined in Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures in the hospital.
Perform advanced medical tests and other diagnostic procedures in order to diagnose complex medical conditions in the laboratory of the hospital.
Perform occasional chemical tests, laboratory machines and equipment test, and that any necessary adjustments are effected for evaluation and quality control purposes and release of products in the hospital.
Ensure proper handling, storage and management of laboratory equipment, materials and records in the laboratory of the hospital.
Implement and maintain laboratory operating systems for implementing laboratory programmes, projects and activities in the laboratory of the hospital. • Perform any other duty given from time to time.

Qualifications
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution
Higher Diploma/Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Council
Must have a valid practice license
At least one year as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in a reputable hospital.