Biomedical Scientist Job at Progress Medical Centre (Hospital)

JOB SUMMARY

The Biomedical Scientist will assist in accurate patient diagnosis through the delivery of a high-quality laboratory service that includes Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Serology, Immunology, Medical Microbiology, Medical Parasitology, and other Pathological Studies.

KEY DUTIES

• Carry out sampling, testing, measuring accurately, recording and analyzing of results according to PMC standard operating procedures.
• Preparing specimens and samples following strict safety precautions.
• Follow all prevention and safety precautions in accordance with national and Hospital guidelines.
• Ensure patients particulars on specimen container collaret with those on patients’ request forms.
• Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment with caution and care.
• Receive blood from the Blood Bank, test, and record accurate and detailed information prior to blood transfusion in line with national and local procedures.
• Competent in handling and storing chemicals and reagents.
• Responsible for maintaining required cold chain regulations.
• Responsible for monitoring expiry dates on all reagents and chemicals.
• Responsible for accurately completing all patient billing files.
• Responsible for monitoring adequate stock levels and maintaining minimum/maximum levels.
• Calibrate equipment by applying approved testing procedures.
• Serves as a technical resource by participating in staff training and answering questions from other health professionals.
• Identify and communicate abnormal patient results by alerting the requesting doctor promptly.
• Use and maintain correct personal protective equipment (PPE) such as eye protection, lab coats, and gloves.
• Promptly report any potential hazards, breakages, and faults to relevant authorities
• Read the material safety data sheets for any hazardous products that you use and adhere to all safety recommendations.
• Maintain patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential at all times.
• Carry out instructions as ordered/requested by the supervisor.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate
• BSc in biomedical sciences.
• HPCZ  valid Registration
• 3 years or more work experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Computer Skills
• Should be 30yrs and above.

Those who meet the above qualifications can send their applications through email to [email protected]  cc [email protected].

Closing date: April 3rd, 2020.