Laboratory scientist job at Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre 2021
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 being 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.