The candidate will be responsible for performing routine as well as other specialized tests in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• To implement laboratory quality management systems.
• To observe good laboratory practice at all times when executing laboratory duties.
• To provide necessary technical assistance and guidance to junior laboratory staff.
• Assist in the training of laboratory other junior staff.
• Participate in EQA schemes and review the results thereof.
• Implement laboratory safety policy to ensure a working safe environment.
• To monitor trends in laboratory results for disease surveillance and quality assurance.
• To give the patient report in a timely manner as stipulated turnaround time (TAT).
• Identification and addressing of complaints, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Participate in continuing medical education CME in the hospital/laboratory.
• Comply with an established quality management system and safety procedures.
• To participate in operational research for both clinical and public health services when required to do so.
• To prepare and submit periodic sectional reports as delegated by the Laboratory Manager.
• To compile statistics as delegated by the Laboratory Manager.
• To Implement laboratory Information and Management policy Recognize and respond to emergencies.
• To perform any other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager/supervisor.
• Attending duties as per Laboratory schedule.
• To report to the working area in time and be in attendance throughout the working shift.
• Preparing and participating in CME in the department and interdepartmental.

Educational Requirements

• Advanced Diploma in Clinical medicine/ Degree in Laboratory science from a reputable health institution.

Experience Requirements

• Experience in Medical Laboratory activities.

Additional Requirements

• Fluent in English and Swahili (speaking & writing).
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (including MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint) required.
• Satisfactory completion of and approved by the national medical council.
• Creative, Quick problem solver.
• Faithful, self-motivated, and committed.
• Attending to the morning devotion.