Medical Laboratory Scientists (x3 positions) – Optimum Health Medical Laboratories

Medical Laboratory Scientists x 3

Optimum Health Medical Laboratories strives to be a high quality, accessible, affordable and convenient laboratory services provider In Botswana and beyond. The laboratory focuses on attracting the best expertise and building a dedicated formidable team of professionals. A vacancy has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

R9LE SUMMARY;

To perform a wide range of procedures In all disclpllnes/sectlons of the Medical Laboratory and other tasks as may be assigned from time to time. Participate in the development and implementation of Quality Management Systems. Carry out internal quality controls and external quality assurance activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma In Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences Degree or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Registration with Botswana Health Professions Council.
• Previous exposure to the Clinical Laboratory environment.
• At Least 1 year experience in the multi­disciplinary sections of laboratory especially Medical Microbiology.
• Advanced Computer literacy.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 15189-2012)
• Ensure that proper specimen receipt procedures have been adhered to and that requested tests are properly logged Into the laboratory information management system.

 

KEY WORK OUTPUTS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment as per the manufacturer s instructions and recommendations
• Perform and validate internal quality control and external quality assurance procedures as required. Analyze IQC and EQA results and institute corrective action where necessary
• Perform serologic, immunologic, microbiological, biochemical, hematological, blood bank and other laboratory assays on specimens collected from patients and from proficiency testing as per standard operating procedures
• Ensure accurate analysis of specimens and timely release of results
• Previous experience with PCR Testing an added advantage.
• Prepare and revise SOPs, Job Aids and Forms as may be required In documenting the Quality Management System and maintaining ISO 15189 (2012)