Medical Laboratory Technologist

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE 

• The position is responsible for the processing and analysis of laboratory tests to enable correct detection, diagnosis and treatment of patients in all MOHI Health facilities. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 

• Collection, preparation and management of samples and specimen including safe disposal. 
• Prepare solutions, reagents and stains in accordance with standard laboratory formulas and procedures. 
• Cleaning of laboratory apparatus and equipment. 
• Inventory and stock management. 
• Prepare the laboratory equipment and specimens for tests. 
• Undertake quality control measures on working reagents to ensure conformity with set norms and standards. 
• Prepare, store and ensure availability and optimum utilization of reagents. 
• Document all processes and results to ensure availability of supportive information and gives report on the same. 
• Implement all set stock control procedures to ensure accountability. 
• Maintain high standards in good laboratory practice, laboratory safety, and laboratory hygiene. 
• Process specimens for special techniques including viral load and CD4 counts. 
• Write, record and verify patient’s results. 
• Proper management of laboratory equipment by doing daily routine maintenance, calibration and quality control. 
• Maintain competence in Laboratory Information System that is crucial to the quality operations of the laboratory and patient care. 
• Operate and maintain sophisticated instruments and equipment used in the laboratory, is able to set up, calibrate, maintain, operate and shut down such instruments. 
• Actively participate in Quality Improvement Programs essential to ensure that laboratory testing is accurate, timely and meets clients’ needs. 

Academic and Professional Qualifications & Experience  

• Degree or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences. 
• Valid licence by KMLTTB 
• Must be registered with the KMLTTB with a current valid practicing license. 
• A  certificate in Voluntary Counselling and Testing from a recognized institution 
• 3 years’ experience in haematology, biochemistry and microbiology.