Laboratory Manager / Head of Diagnostics Services at Tonia Pharmacy Limited

Job Summary

• A Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist at Tonia Medical Diagnostics Services plays a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services by performing complex laboratory investigations that support disease diagnosis, prevention, and management.
• The role involves supervising laboratory operations, ensuring accurate testing, maintaining equipment, and mentoring junior staff to uphold the centre’s standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic tests in hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, serology, immunology, and molecular diagnostics in accordance with Tonia Medical Diagnostics’ protocols.
• Validate and interpret laboratory test results accurately, providing critical data to physicians and healthcare providers for patient management.
• Supervise and guide junior scientists, laboratory technologists, and interns, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment (e.g., chemistry analyzers, hematology counters, PCR machines) to guarantee reliable performance.
• Implement and monitor internal quality control (IQC) and participate in external quality assurance (EQA) schemes to ensure the integrity of laboratory results.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager in developing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) specific to Tonia Medical Diagnostics Services.
• Maintain laboratory inventory by coordinating the timely procurement of reagents, consumables, and other essential supplies.
• Ensure strict compliance with laboratory safety protocols, waste management practices, and biosafety standards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with clinicians and consulting specialists by offering professional insights on unusual or critical test outcomes.
• Participate in laboratory audits, accreditation activities (such as ISO 15189), and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Stay informed on technological advances in diagnostics and recommend innovative practices beneficial to the centre.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Current practicing license from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
• Relevant postgraduate certification or ongoing professional development is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7–8 years practical experience in diagnostic laboratory services.
• Prior experience working in a high-volume, multi-disciplinary diagnostic centre preferred.
• Evidence of participation in laboratory audits, quality improvement programs, and equipment management.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong proficiency with diagnostic equipment and techniques used at Tonia Medical Diagnostics Services.
• Exceptional analytical skills with an eye for detail and accuracy in performing and interpreting tests.
• Leadership and team supervision skills with the ability to train and mentor less experienced staff.
• Sound knowledge of laboratory information systems (LIS) and digital record-keeping.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to ethical laboratory practice and confidentiality of patient information.