Molecular Laboratory Scientist (COVID-19 Experience) at Sigma Consult

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Duties

• Process biological samples for testing, including tissue, blood, urine, spinal fluid, and gastric juices according to SOP; check for proper patient identification and for correct requisition.
• Perform laboratory procedures following SOPs, including nucleic acid extraction from pathogenic cultures, RT-PCR and qPCR analyses
• Answer inbound calls and respond to client requests according to SOP; provide verbal results, specimen requirements, and CPT codes; send results; triage technical questions to appropriate personnel.
• Summarizing results and reporting findings in electronic format to referring physicians and medical specialists, as well as collaborating on patient care.
• Place outbound calls to clients with STAT results and Critical Values.
• Place outbound calls to clients to obtain complete patient demographics and specimen information.
• Monitor reagents for expiration dates, preparation dates, inventory, and aliquot or prepare as needed.
• Provide technical advice and guidance for the development and/or update of national policies and strategies on the diagnosis of COVID-19 including sample collection, handling, and testing strategies
• Conduct training and supervise laboratory persons involved in COVID-19 testing
• Provide technical support for the strengthening of laboratory capacity and expanding access to molecular biology tests for COVID-19
• Adhering to best practices in medical laboratory sciences and keeping up with advancements in the field.

Requirements

• BSc / MSc / Ph.D. degree with a focus on Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology/Microbiology
• Minimum 3 years of professional laboratory experience in molecular techniques.
• MLSCN certified with a valid practicing license.
• Proven experience working with COVID-19 related cases or in a COVID-19 center or unit.
• Proficiency in electronic health record management systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Exceptional ability in summarizing and reporting test results.
• Extensive experience in collaborating with healthcare providers and specialists.
• Knowledge of best practices and advancements in the field of laboratory sciences.

Monthly Remuneration
N200,000 / month.