• Application Deadline:
• Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist - Maiduguri



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Borno




• City Maiduguri




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

PURPOSE

• Compile and analyzes body fluids, tissue, and other substances to determine normal or abnormal findings.


• Gather and organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labels; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; keeping work surfaces clean and orderly.


• Perform molecular diagnostics such as PCR using open and closed systems. Perform hematology, chemistry, immunology and microbiology tests as required. Perform infectious disease testing including COVID-19.

ENGAGEMENT

• Identify and communicates abnormal results by alerting supervisory personnel, the patient, physician, or nurse.


• Communicate with patients and family members in a professional, compassionate and respectful manner to facilitate healthcare delivery as a team member.

DELIVERY

• Process and enhances laboratory services and laboratory reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.


• Operate sophisticated equipment and instruments to perform diagnostic tests and assays following standard operating procedures. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers by following established standards and procedures


• Process and maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced troubleshooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.

Targeted Specializes Knowledge

• Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a Medical Laboratory, Clinic or hospital.


• A minimum Bachelor of Science degree in laboratory science from an accredited university.


• Additional training and experience in molecular diagnostic techniques such as PCR


• Candidate must possess a Certification from the Associate of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (AMLSCN)


• Candidates must possess a current practicing license. Relevant Certification will be an added advantage.