Job Purpose
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for providing accurate and timely laboratory services, conducting laboratory examinations, managing laboratory activities, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols, quality standards, biosafety requirements, and infection prevention procedures.
Key Responsibilities
1. Perform laboratory examinations accurately and in accordance with approved medical protocols and established standards.
2. Receive laboratory test requests, collect and process specimens, and prepare slides according to standard laboratory procedures.
3. Record, verify, and report laboratory results accurately and promptly to the treating physician.
4. Register patients and maintain laboratory registers, tally sheets, test records, and other required documentation.
5. Give priority to emergency patients and communicate professionally and respectfully with patients and healthcare staff.
6. Ensure the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and safe storage of laboratory equipment, instruments, and materials.
7. Monitor laboratory supplies, check expiry dates, maintain stock records, and request replenishment when necessary.
8. Preserve malaria and sputum slides for quality control purposes, where required by applicable guidelines.
9. Maintain laboratory cleanliness and comply with infection prevention, biosafety, and medical waste disposal procedures.
10. Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly laboratory activity and stock reports.
11. Participate in relevant training sessions and implement applicable national health guidelines and laboratory protocols.
12. Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure the safe handling of laboratory records and specimens.
13. Report equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, and any laboratory-related incidents to the Clinic Manager.
14. Recommend practical improvements to laboratory services and perform other relevant duties assigned by the Clinic Manager.
