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Laboratory Technologist - KEMRI

Healthcare

NAIROBI  

Published On: 22nd, August 2023

Closes on: 11th, September 2023

Job closed

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Job Description

This is the entry and training grade for diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this grade will work under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Officer.


Responsibilities:

    The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

    • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
    • Processing and analyses;
    • Preparing reagents;
    • Recording and reporting of results;
    • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
    • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
    • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines; and
    • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

Requirements:

    Person Specification

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable; and
    • Proficiency in computer application.

    Key Skills and Competencies

    • Communication skills
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Team player

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