• Application Deadline: Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist (With Specialization in Chemical Pathology)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 - 7 years


• Location Edo , Lagos


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Profile:

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is willing to stay committed to the job and who will give his/her best at all times and in all things related to the organization. The hospital will be heavily dependent on your expertise in your area of specialization so as to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and effectively deliver maximum value to the organization.

Job Classification: Entry-Specialist Grade

Job Details:

The role is responsible for a wide range of analytical techniques for example, measurement of enzymes activities, electrophoresis, the separation of molecules based on physical characteristics and immunoassays to determine the concentration of chemical constituents in a patient blood, urine and other bodily fluids. The work involves diagnosing presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause and development of diseases.

REPORTS TO: Head Laboratory

DEPARTMENT: Laboratory Department

LOCATION/WORKSTATION: Benin City, Edo State

As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, your core responsibilities will comprise of the following:

• Perform a wide range of laboratory tests to produce and interpret results in order to assist clinicians in their diagnosis and treatment of diseases.


• Performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.


• Assist in prescribing specific types of treatment for individual patients.


• Develop or adopt new tests or instruments to improve diagnosis of diseases.


• Implement quality control procedures both internal and external to maintain accurate results.


• Calibrating and maintaining standard laboratory equipment, for example spectrophotometers, immune-analyzers, centrifuges, titrators, pipetting machines and pH meters.


• Provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating sophisticated clinical chemistry equipment and occasional manual chemistries.


• Analyze blood samples using computer aided and manual techniques.


• Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians.


• Consult with physicians about ordering and interpreting tests or providing treatments.


• Responsible for receiving, storing and preparing various kinds of specimen including blood sample for analysis.


• Assist in ensuring that the necessary turnaround time for reporting results is achieved.

Patient Care:

• Convey relevant details of the procedures directly to patients in a clear, concise, and understanding manner.

Administrative Duties:

• Data inputting and maintenance of the relevant database.


• Maintain accurate and detailed records. 

Maintenance Responsibility:

• Maintain all laboratory instrumentations and equipment.