LAB TECHNOLOGIST

Qualification: Bachelors degree in MLT or Higher

Locations: Surkhet

Opening: 1

Experience: At least 2 Years in Related Field

Job Responsibilities:

1. Collection and Processing of Specimens:

• Collect, process, and handle blood and/or other biological specimens according to established procedures.
• Instruct patients on proper specimen collection techniques for accuracy and efficiency.

2. Clinical Laboratory Testing:

• Perform clinical laboratory tests in hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid.
• Perform blood counts and use a microscope to analyze samples.

3. Blood Transfusion Testing:

• Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes, ensuring aseptic techniques are followed during blood collection from patients, including finger, ear lobe, or vein.

4. Cell/Tissue Culture and Specimen Isolation:

• Develop and maintain cell/tissue cultures for testing purposes.
• Isolate and identify specimens using advanced laboratory techniques, ensuring accuracy and integrity of test results.

5. Quality Control and Calibration:

• Perform daily internal control runs to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory tests.
• Monitor and evaluate test results for validity and accuracy.
• Perform calibration and troubleshooting of testing systems and instruments to maintain adherence to established standards.
• Match Levey-Jennings (LJ) curves daily and take corrective actions as necessary, documenting all steps.

6. Sample Analysis and Turnaround Time Monitoring:

• Run daily sample analyses and provide timely, accurate results.
• Monitor turnaround times for tests to ensure operational efficiency.
• Record and document all re-runs and any corrective actions taken.

7. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of test results according to laboratory procedures.
• Ensure all reports are accurate and generated in a timely manner.

8. Safety and Infection Control:

• Adhere to safety, environmental, and infection control methods at all times.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of biological samples and chemicals to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

9. Additional Duties:

• Perform daily maintenance, calibration, and validation of laboratory instruments.
• Recommend improvements to the quality system and testing kits to the Head of Department.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.