Job Description
LT/LVCT/1/2023
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• The candidate will have the following responsibilities;
• Ensure correct specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment
• Perform laboratory routine and complex examinations
• Support development and maintenance of laboratory quality management system and laboratory accreditation through Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement (LCQI) and/or
SLMTA. This include:
• Development of laboratory policies and procedures
• Method/equipment verification
• Performance of IQC and EQA/PT
• Performance of routine and scheduled maintenance, calibration and certification of laboratory analytical and ancillary equipment
• Monitoring of laboratory quality indicators
• Implementation of improvement projects
o Performance and documentation of RCA and CAPA
o Collate laboratory data, analyse,review for trends, andmake data-driven decisions timprove laboratory services
o Actively participate in laboratory and facility Continuous Quality Improvement Teams activities
o Ensure accurate monitoring of laboratory commodities, accurate forecasting and quantification and reporting
o Participate in continuous professional education (CPD) activities including CMEs, trainings and workshops/seminars.
o Collaborate with other professional groups tcreate awareness and increase utilization of laboratory services while enhancing laboratory-clinical interphase
o Ensure adherence to Biosafety and Biosecurity, IPC, and COVID-19 guidelines and
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a KMLTTB - recognized institution.
• Registered with KMLTTB with a valid practicing license.
• At least 3 years’ experience working in a busy laboratory and handling HIV and TB samples.
• Ability tcommunicate effectively both orally and in writing and good report writing skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.