Job Description
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, JOB GROUP KMR 9 – (5 POSITIONS
CPHR, & CVR – NAIROBI, LAB. SERVICES – NAIROBI, CGHR –
KISUMU, CGMR(C) – KILIFI)
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will
work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.
a) Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
i. Ensuring laboratory safety sample collection delivery and reception;
ii. Processing documentation and reporting;
iii. Perform simple analytical and diagnostic work;
iv. Handling and disposing laboratory waste;
v. Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
vi. Assist in field work.
b) Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
i. Certificate in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences,
Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory
Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
ii. Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory
Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable;
iii. Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and
Technologists Board where applicable;
iv. proficiency in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution;
c) Key Skills and Competencies
i. Communication Skills
ii. Interpersonal Skills
iii. Team player