Laboratory Technologist

Our client a Nephrology and Oncology clinic is seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technologist to join their team. They shall be responsible for quality collection, analysis, and reporting of laboratory tests in accordance with established clinical, safety, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and handle blood and other biological specimens according to established procedures, including home sample collection when required.
• Instruct patients on proper specimen collection techniques.
• Perform clinical laboratory tests in hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid.
• Perform blood counts using microscopy and conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes.
• Draw blood samples observing aseptic techniques.
• Develop and maintain cell or tissue cultures where applicable.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and validity of test results.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and testing systems.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and reports.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Take responsibility for laboratory consumables issued.
• Attend all professional trainings related to the role.
• Collect blood samples and swabs (nasal, oral, and skin).
• Participate in medical camps and marketing activities.
• Ensure test turnaround times are met and reports released promptly.

Education, Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences will be an added advantage.
• Registered with KMLTTB and holder of a valid annual practicing license.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant clinical laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to prepare, process, and analyze laboratory samples using established protocols.
• Competence in quality control procedures and laboratory instrumentation.
• Knowledge of tissue culture techniques and sterile procedures.
• Computer literacy and ability to use laboratory information systems.