Laboratory Technologist

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Nyangena Hospital is a level 5 private hospital in Kisii county that is located along the Suneka - Migori road

JOB SUMMARY

QualificationsEducation: Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical ScienceRegistration & Licensure: Must be registered and licensed by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).Experience: Often requires 2-3 years of post-registration experience in a clinical or research laboratory.Certification: Specialized certifications, such as phlebotomy training or knowledge of ISO 15189 standards, are highly regarded.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee shall be responsible to the immediate supervisor/ HOD for implementation of laboratory technician services in the Hospital.Professionally, humbly and cordially listen to stranded clients and offer assistance where necessary or personally escort client to the relevant office for assistancePromptly identify, clerk (including past medical history), determine relevance of investigation to diagnose clients and communicate immediately to requesting clinician/medical team in case of disparity.Coordinate and facilitate investigations requested to be done promptly and avail results in the files according to the service charterReceive, label and analyse samplesInvestigations done prior to visiting the facility MUST be copied and inserted in the file and or uploaded to the HMIS.Schedule and follow-up appointments for investigations requiring client preparationFor out-sourced services, coordinate and facilitate client preparation, booking and transfer client or sample to the facility with out-sourced service and avail results in file and HMISEnsure continuity of care by implementing proper focused handing over protocols to the next shift staffPerform laboratory investigations and procedures according to scope of practiseEnsure client privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all times while interacting with the patientImmediately seek medical officer interpretation for basic investigations and send to a specialist laboratory for a specialist report when required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Cleaning and disinfecting equipment, Laboratory operation, Specimen collection, Quality control and supervision, Quality management

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree