Miscellaneous – General (Medical Laboratory Scientist I) at Scruples Resources

Job Description

• Ensure that laboratory screening is done on new employees and others according to applicable guidelines.
• Ensure that laboratory records are at all times updated and kept in such a manner that the information is unavailable to unauthorized personnel.
• Utilizes responsible practices, which contribute to cost-effective use of health care resources.
• Updating knowledge and skills.
• Follows established preventive maintenance programs and maintains instrument logs.
• Ensures that laboratory results are accurately documented and retained in accordance with existing legislation.
• Observes established protocol for procurement of specimens with legal implications blood and urine for alcohol and drug testing.
• Prepares monthly laboratory statistics including that of malaria.
• Selects and utilizes the appropriate method for disinfecting and sterilizing clinic wastes.
• Report incidents related to safety and personal injury (e.g. needle stick injuries) in a timely manner.
• Ensures that the duties are carried out in compliance with good clinical laboratory practice and professional standards.
• Good computer skills.
• Current practicing license.