Medical Laboratory Scientist (Chemical Pathology)
Role Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Scientist (Chemical Pathology) plays a crucial role in the healthcare system by collecting, processing, and analyzing various biological specimens to diagnose and monitor infectious diseases.
The Chemical Pathology plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, contributing to patient care and public health efforts.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs routine and specialized chemical pathology tests within acceptable TAT.
- Skills to operate calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot analyzers and other lab equipment.
- Ability to demonstrate competence in all laboratory procedures sufficient to perform at a satisfactory level without supervision.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment or instruments.
- Performs troubleshooting as needed. Use problem solving skills when reviewing test result accuracy and reliability to identify causes for unexpected deviations.
- Coordinate work flow to ensure timely reporting of results.
- Review test procedures, recommends changes and assists with communication of the changes to testing staff.
- Perform proficiency testing (PT) in chemical pathology.
- Assists with maintenance of procedure manual.
- Assists with data collection for equipment validations and data analysis.
- Assists with activities to support the Laboratory Information System and software changes.
- Assists with inventory control procedures to monitor reagent stock levels.
- Contribute to research and evaluation of new techniques as well as laboratory audits.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical Pathology, Medical Laboratory Science.
- 2+ years of experience within Chemical Pathology environment.
- Must be in good standing with Allied Health Professions Council.
- Be organized and be able to prioritize work schedule.
- Have good written and verbal communication skill.
- Be meticulous and pay attention to detail.
- Have strong analytical skills.
- Have troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate understanding of laboratory information management systems.
- Ability to work as a team member.
WORK PROFILE
The Bank Hospital
Location: Block F6 Shippi Road Cantonment, Accra
P.O. Box CT 1224, Cantonments, Accra | Tel +233 302 739373 | Reg Number CS156732016
Date Posted: April 17, 2024
Closing Date for Applications: April 29, 2024