JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports to: Chief medical laboratory scientist
Station: National Microbiology Reference Laboratory
Summary of key functions
Responsible for delivery of high quality HIV laboratory services at NMRL. The incumbent will be responsible for timeous processing of EID/Viral Load samples at the reference laboratory as well as ensuring all quality indicators are within limit.
Key Responsibilities and Accountability
- Laboratory system strengthening to ensure HIV tests are being done as per program targets.
- Monitors total TAT to ensure samples and results are moving smoothly between the laboratory and requesting facility.
- Reports on daily, weekly and monthly statistics
- Implements QMS in the respective departments.
- Maintains HIV testing platforms
- Stock management of EID and Viral load commodities
- Compiles monthly HIV laboratory performance reports and essential performance indicators
- Evaluates new technologies in HIV testing
- Participates in programmes and surveys coordinated at the NMRL
- Carries-out support and supervisory visits to provincial and district laboratories.
Qualifications and competencies
- HBMLS or Equivalent from a reputable University
- At least 3 years post graduate experience
- Experience with HIVPCR diagnostic and monitoring tests is an added advantage
- Ability to interface with clinical facilities to troubleshoot and institute corrective actions for out of range indicators.
- Computer competence with spreadsheet, word processing and presentation applications
- Must be registered with Medical Laboratory Clinical Scientist Council of Zimbabwe
Job Summary
More Information
- Job Application Details Applications should be addressed to: The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Health and Child Care P.O. Box CY 1122 Causeway, Harare Or hand delivered at: Kaguvi Building, Corner Simon Muzenda Street and Central Avenue, 1st Floor, Reception Not later than 2nd December 2021.
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