Collect blood specimens from patients, label specimens and evaluate correct specimens for the tests requested.
Perform tests and sample analysis in the areas of Hematology, Immunology
Histopathology/Cytology, Clinical Chemistry, and Microbiology.
Verify the validity of all submitted samples prior to accepting the specimen.
Prepare samples for storage and maintain specimen inventory.
Prepare peripheral blood films and tissue specimens in readiness for reporting by the
pathologists.
Perform calibration, standardization and routine preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments such as centrifuges, microscopes, incubators, analyzers, refrigerators, freezers, in accordance with the established procedures, protocols and schedules.
Perform Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) activities.
Review all tests results for accuracy and consistency, correlating results with patients’ conditions.
Notify the appropriate health professional in case of Critical / Panic values or questionable results that require verification or re-collection of samples.
Maintain laboratory records and archiving system of patient information, equipment and tests results to comply with regulations.
Enter results in the laboratory information management system.
Assist in writing and revising of the technical procedures and manuals.
Maintain inventory of equipment and monitor laboratory supply levels and assist in re-ordering and inventory of supplies.
Comply with all relevant safety and infection control policies and procedures.
Ensure tidiness of laboratory rooms, benches and proper housekeeping.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirement
A degree / diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Must
be registered and licensed by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
At Least 2 years post qualification experience.
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Ability to analyze and evaluate data critically.
Ability to prepare and keep budgets.
MUST be Computer literate.
Familiar with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Familiarity with the total quality process-
Quality assurance, quality control processes are mandatory.
Experience in performing common laboratory tests.
Ability to prepare reagents, stains and media.
Ability to carry out grossing, sectioning of specimens.
Ability to calibrate, operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
Familiarity with (Laboratory information management system) LIMS.
Minimum two (2) years working experience.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer care skills
How to Apply
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send your application to recruitment@stfrancishospital.or.ke (cover letter & CV/Resume) quoting the job title, reference number and your salary expectation by 29th December 2020.
Your CV/Resume MUST include full names and contact details of 3 referees.
