Medical Laboratory Scientist at Diadem Consults Ltd

Location: Obio Akpor, Rivers

Job Summary

• The Laboratory technician would support the laboratory team to effectively support all programs and clinical activities within the communities and the OSS One stop shop.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Take samples and perform medical laboratory investigations requested by the clinical staff in the clinic and within the community.
• Adhere to and practice use of universal precautions and proper waste management at the clinic.
• Take inventory of laboratory supplies and ensure adequate stock levels for essential commodities
• Maintain the confidentiality of clients and accord them dignity
• Document information and maintain daily logs and laboratory equipment record books.
• Keep laboratory equipment operational and following the operating instructions
• Perform quality control tests and calibrate laboratory equipment where applicable.
• Liaise with clinical staff for viral load sample collection and optimization for all clients enrolled into the program.
• Ensure timely logging in of samples collected to the PCR lab while adhering to SOPs.
• Undertake other activities as assigned by the Clinician and technical officer.

Qualifications

• Level of Education – Bachelor's Degree with 4 years work experience or a Master's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with 2 years work experience
• Current registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria
• Effective Laboratory Quality Management System skills
• Experience in public health and infectious diseases
• Effective Laboratory data management and research literacy skills
• General Communication, supervisory and interpersonal skill level – Excellent
• Language requirements – English – excellent
• Level of IT expertise required – good
• Desired number of years of prior experience in a similar role – 3 to 5 years
• Effective organizational, planning and administrative skills
• Ability to work well individually and in a team.