Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology option)
Role Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, contributing to patient care and public health efforts.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Collect, process, and handle blood, urine, and other body fluids, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Prepare culture media, perform culturing, and conduct biochemical testing to isolate and identify microorganisms.
- Perform sensitivity testing to determine the susceptibility of microorganisms to antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents.
- Utilize microbial staining techniques and microscopic examination to identify and characterize microorganisms accurately.
- Examine and analyze body fluids, tissues, and cells to detect the presence of pathogens and abnormal cellular structures.
- Conduct quality control checks on test results to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Evaluate test results for accuracy and interpret findings to aid in clinical diagnosis and patient management.
- Maintain detailed records and reports of test results, following established procedures and guidelines.
- Practice safety, environmental, and infection control measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the laboratory and healthcare setting.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Clinical Microbiology / Medical Laboratory Science.
- 2+ years of experience within clinical Microbiology environment.
- Must be in good standing with Allied Health Professions Council.
- Hands-on experience in specimen collection, processing, and handling according to standardized protocols.
- Proficiency in the preparation of culture media, culturing techniques, and biochemical testing.
- Strong skills in microbial staining and identification, including Gram staining and acid-fast staining.
- Excellent microscopic techniques and the ability to accurately observe and interpret cellular structures.
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
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Ghana