Laboratory Technologist, Haematology at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Receive and analyse Haematology /special Haematology specimens.
Maintain appropriate internal controls in Hematology/special Hematology to ensure validity of reports.
Manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in Haematology.
Perform tests with maximum efficiency ensuring maximum utilization of reagents and time following laid down standard operating procedures.
Communicate urgent/critical/abnormal test results within recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation.
Observe/comply with Health & Safety requirements in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in the work area.
Receive specimens for Immunohematology and carry out appropriate testing observing internal quality checks to ensure validity of test results.
Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures in Hematology and Immuno-hematology.

Requirements:

Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institute or equivalent
Registered with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologists Board
3 years working experience.
Computer literate
Well versed in the required discipline
Team player
Attention to detail
Good communication skills