Laboratory Scientist - Bambanani, Masvingo (Fulltime *2)
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- Expires 05 Dec 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
The job exists to carry out high quality routine and specialized laboratory testing services to produce accurate and reliable clinical results used in patient diagnosis, treatment, and management
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
• Ensures that SOP for testing, including quality controls are current and read by staff.
• Conducts tests on QC samples according to SOP and record results.
• Conducts tests on specimens according to SOPs.
• Validates and interpret test results.
• Records any failed test runs and take corrective action.
• Monitors the work of others by periodically observing them during testing and provide feedback.
• Conducts tests EQA (e.g., ZINQAP) samples as needed and document failures as well as Corrective Action
reports as needed.
• Monitors performance of new lots of reagents or equipment as needed.
• Organizes the work area to allow for smooth, efficient service operations.
• Records lab results in registers and worksheets manually and electronically.
• Checks the work of others to ensure there are no transcription errors and sample mix-up.
• Checks against test orders to ensure that all tests are completed.
• Conducts daily data verification and triangulation between the registers and the electronic system (Novo
and Epoc).
• Writes reports/return test results in a timely fashion: (If individual test) Report result to test requestor,
patient, or client; (If multiple tests) Consolidates and return all test findings for a patient to test requestor/
patient records – write, sign off, send to proper people.
• Ensures that test results have been properly reported.
• Interacts with clients regarding test results and findings in a professional manner and ensure each issue is
resolved promptly and documented appropriately.
• Specimen Collection & Processing and labels specimens properly.
• Sorts all samples at the lab reception daily according to the pre-analytical guidelines to ensure that they
are send to the correct departments and processed accordingly.
• Inspects quality of all specimens and record rejected samples.
• Assigns test according to test request.
• Conducts Process and aliquot specimens.
• Stores specimens in proper place and temperature (if needed).
• Packages specimens for shipment to referral site (if needed).
• Conducts follow up on specimen referral status and ensures specimens are disposed according to SOP.
• Ensures that SOP for specimen collection and processing are current and read by staff.
• Consolidates and post equipment service information (contact, service frequency & dates, etc.) at site.
• Compiles and communicates equipment service schedules to management ahead of time.
• Conducts routine maintenance, including inspection and function checks, according to written operational
procedures.
• Performs simple troubleshooting on malfunctioning equipment.
• Creates logs to record all maintenance activities and records in the log.
• Reviews and sign all maintenance logs to ensure all maintenance activities are recorded.
• Takes corrective actions or issue repair orders.
• Maintains a stock of expendable parts (light bulb, fuses, filters, etc.) at site
• Ensures SOPs for equipment maintenance are current and read by all staff.
• Organises work area to allow for smooth, efficient service operation.
• Prioritizes & organize own tasks to achieve optimal service delivery to patients.
• Coordinates work schedules with each other (Routine Tests)-HIV testing, Tb microscopy, FBC, CD4, Liver
function tests, renal function tests, serology, urinalysis, phlebotomy.
• Coordinates task assignments with each other (Specialised tests)- HIV RNA/viral load, Tb PCR/Gene
expert, ELISA according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), to aid in both diagnosis and
prognosis.
• Assists subordinate laboratory staff members in daily workflow, to include, but not limited to prioritizing
specimens, specimen storage, and assay resulting and reporting.
• Mentors new staff by conducting orientation/training; or cross-train each other to ensure all staff members
are properly trained.
• Conducts in house training and refresher courses to the nurses who provide HIV and pregnancy testing,
DBS preparation, and POC CD4 testing.
• Obtains SOPs from supervisor or create them if they are not available.
• Develops and implement lab improvement plans based on best practices and feedback from staff, patients,
customers, quality indicators, and external assessment.
• Creates/reviews/forward reports on lab operations to upper management.
• Inspects work area for any abnormalities (leakage, breakdown, spill, etc.)
• Monitors work and storage area (temperature, power, ventilation) and record results.
• Cleans/disinfects work area.
• Participates in lab safety training, lab quality and safety audits.
• Ensures disinfection, waste segregation and disposal is done according to set guidelines for the safe
environment of clients and staff.
• Ensures SOPs for work area monitoring are current and read by all staff.
• Participates in pitching of tents and setting up of laboratory during outreach services.
• Participates in site infection control committee.
• Maintains proper inventory records daily.
• Ensures proper storage and cycling of stock daily and checks quality of stored supplies weekly.
• Determines the quantities and when to re-order quarterly and when need arises (consumption &
quantification).
• Inspects incoming orders as required.
• Forecasts needs for laboratory (equipment, supplies and reagent) based on testing demand.
• Places orders properly or submit list of needs to management.
• Conducts follow ups on orders
• Designates a clean and easily accessible area to display policies, guidelines, and procedures documents.
• Secures client records in locked cabinets or drawers to ensure confidentiality.
• Establishes an index system and space to archive all records to allow easy retrieval and to minimize
deterioration.
• Rotate records to storage area/facilities monthly.
• Retain records for specified time according to protocols.
• Dispose of client records in a confidential manner.
• Generation of Site Reports and Active Participation in External Assessments.
• Compiles weekly, monthly and quarterly laboratory reports i.e. CD4, TB and HIV testing reports.
• Participates actively in quarterly Data Quality Audits (DQA).
• Participates actively in Site Improvement through Monitoring System (SIMS).
• Participates actively in the National TB Control Program Laboratory Quality Assessments.
• Attends to non-conformities raised during assessments and writing corrective action report.
Qualifications and Experience
What Are We Looking For?
• Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
• Minimum three years as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in a hospital or research environment.
• Ability to run automated and manual lab equipment.
• Registered with Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe.
How to Apply
How to apply?
In return, PSH offers competitive remuneration, commensurate with qualifications and experience. PSH is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender identity or expression, race, religion, national origin or disability.
All interested candidates are encouraged to follow the following steps when applying: Step 1: Complete the Application for the position you wish to apply for by clicking View More Information Button Below
Step 2: Send your updated CVs to recruitment@psh.org.zw
All Applications should be shared not later than December 05, 2021.
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
