Medical Laboratory Scientist 180 views

Reports to: Site Manager

Roles and responsibilities

The medical laboratory scientist (MLS), works to analyze a variety of biological specimens at the Site Clinic. The incumbent will be responsible for performing scientific testing on samples and reporting results to Site Manager for further management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests, records patients and Quality Control (QC) results, transcribes patient and QC results to appropriate reports and/or result logs; Recognizes and resolves instrument and/or assay failures, acting as internal technical advisor for instrument troubleshooting on the laboratory’s major and minor equipment; Carries out corrective actions for patient and QC results as directed by the Site Manager; Assists subordinate laboratory staff members in daily workflow, to include, but not limited to prioritizing specimens, specimen storage, and assay resulting and reporting; Judiciously uses laboratory resources, to include, but not limited to instrument reagents, QC material, equipment and supplies; Maintains accurate reagent and asset inventory; Assists in training of other technical employees; Assists in supervision of laboratory safety issues, including medical waste management and disposal; Any other duties as assigned by the Site Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Diploma from a recognized institution; Minimum three years as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician in VCT, hospital or research environment; Ability to run automated and manual lab equipment; Registered with Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe.