Laboratory Assistant
kiryadongo, Uganda * Full-time
The International Rescue Committee
Category: Health and Medical
Total Positions:
Location: kiryadongo, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Not mentioned
Posted 1 year ago
The Laboratory Assistant will Carry out routine and specialized laboratory investigations for the diagnosis, treatment, and control of diseases.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collect, receive, evaluate, and process various biological specimen for analysis.
• Perform laboratory tests accurately and in a timely manner to produce reliable test results.
• Review and verify test results, confirm panic values and abnormal results before release to clinicians.
• Maintain and keep updated records of all laboratory samples and results transported collected, investigations and procedures performed, and results generated and delivered.
• Correctly operate equipment/instruments, perform routine function checks, troubleshoot if unacceptable and document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established specifications.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work area and follow safety procedures.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies and document procedural calibrations and maintenance activities.
• Participate in External Quality Assessment schemes and ensure proficiency test panels are handled in the same manner as routine (patient) samples.
• Order supplies, update stock cards and maintain an inventory of all equipment and reagents.
• Promptly report and document all laboratory-related accidents (injuries and exposures) and unsafe conditions to the immediate supervisor.
• Participate in laboratory departmental meetings, trainings, supervisions, orientations, and audits as may be required. Undertake such work as permitted to you effectively and efficiently, in compliance with approved guidelines.
• Work flexible hours according to the laboratory requirements, as decided by management.
• Effectively communicate in a friendly, helpful and non-prejudicial manner in your dealings with laboratory customers.
• Observe privacy and maintain confidentiality on matters pertaining to patients and staff and must only be discussed in the course of your duty.
Recommended for you
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• A Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognizable institution.
• Must be registered with Allied Health Professional Council with a valid practicing license.
• At least 2 years’ experience working at a recognized health facility.
• Basic knowledge of performing quality controls and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Good written and verbal communication or interpersonal skills is a must.
• Work Hours: 8
• Experience in Months: 24
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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