Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Chemistry

Laboratory Technologist, Chemistry

Department

Chemistry

Division

Pathology

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is one of the hospitals in East Africa accredited by the Joint Commission International from USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Section Head Chemistry, the Laboratory Technologist will ensure provision of effective, efficient, quality laboratory analytical services in the Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens for general and specialized chemistry for assays
• Maintain appropriate internal QC on chemistry/special  chemistry analyzers
• Manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in the section
• Analyze tests with maximum efficiency to produce valid results ensuring maximum utilization of reagents and time
• Communicate urgent critical results to all concerned within recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in continuous medical education
• Observe and comply with Health and Safety regulations in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in work areas
• Prepare and package samples at appropriate temperature   to be outsourced and hand-over to collection agents
• Develop and implement SOPs in general and special chemistry

Requirements

• Higher Diploma in clinical chemistry or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution;
• Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologists Board is mandatory;
• Minimum 3 (three) years’ working experience;
• Demonstrable computer literacy;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
• Positive attitude towards work and other members of the team;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Unquestionable integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic with attention to timeliness.