Medical Laboratory Technologist at St. Theresa’s Mission Hospital

Job Summary: 

Laboratory Technologist is responsible for conducting medical examinations according to the organizations quality management system and ensuring the implementation of safe practices within St Theresa Mission Hospital-Kiirua-LAB.

Qualifications

• Diploma Medical Laboratory Sciences plus two years post experience in Medical Laboratory work
• Registered by KMLTTB
• Knowledgeable in Quality Management Systems
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft packages)
• Previous experience in quality assurance will be an added advantage

Job Description

• To perform lab tests and other specialized tests in the any department
• 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 students on lab tests.
• Participate in EQA schemes and review the results thereof.
• To prepare, distribute analyze and provide feedback on EQA panels.
• To apply medical lab knowledge and skills in disease surveillance and quality assurance
• Identification and addressing of complaints, non-conformances and corrective actions
• Comply with established quality management system and safety procedures.
• To participate in operational research for both clinical and public health services.
• To prepare and submit, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports.
• To maintain statistics of laboratory tests and keep records and documents thereof.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies
• To perform any other duties as assigned by the lab manager.