Laboratory Technologist-Assistant

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Required Qualifications:Diploma in medical laboratory sciences.MUST be registered by KMLTTB.Required Experience & Competencies:1 years experience in clinical laboratories.Experience working with non-profitable organization.Flexibility at work.Cultural sensitivity.Team player.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management:Perform Laboratory investigations as per clinician’s request and ensure accurate, reliable, and timely results.Maintain order and smooth flow of patients.Participate in in-service training and regular on bench refresher courses for qualified and incentive staff.Ensure that all relevant records are updated and maintained.Monitor and supervise proper usage of laboratory reagents.Maintain Laboratory machines in good order- cleaning and covering after use.Ensure general laboratory cleanliness is maintained.Report any unusual statistics or observations to the laboratory in-charge.Ensure SOPS are used at all times.Ensuring safety procedures in the laboratory are maintained.Preparing of stains, reagents and solutions necessary for all lab tests.Participate in the department planning and forecasting of laboratory supplies.Monitor proper safety standards in the laboratory.Organize biological samples for shipment.Writing and reviewing Sops.Timely submission of weekly, Monthly, and quartly reports.Keeping up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.Performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.Human Resource:Supervise laboratory incentive staff in collaboration with the senior lab technologist to ensure work is done properly.Countercheck all work done by incentive staff.Program Activities:Ensure laboratory tests are performed accurately and timely.Ensure revised SOPs are used in all testing procedures.Ensure proper collection, packaging, and transportation of laboratory samples to Nairobi hospital and/or another outsourced Centre.Ensure proper storage of laboratory reagents and cold chain system to avoid compromised reagents that may lead to false reporting.Reporting and Coordination:Ensure all laboratory reports are done on time and sent to Supervisor, HIS, HM and other offices as may be indicated.Notify the supervisor of all investigations above the normal threshold.Report any laboratory incidents to the senior lab technologist.Safeguarding:Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.Others:Carry out any other duty assigned by your supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Reporting, Laboratory operation, Data analysis

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree