Laboratory Technique Specialist

Perform routine clinical laboratory tests done in hematology, chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, immunology and coagulation. He/she will have gained basic laboratory skills required for entry-level positions in these and other emerging laboratory fields, such as molecular diagnostics. Also, perform some responsibilities related to information processing, training and quality control within the laboratory.

Accountabilities

• Receives blood and body fluid samples at the lab reception and starts the pre-analytical processing of the samples.

• Performs daily checks on equipment to ensure its safety and correct operability.

• Performs all analytical processes on the hematology, biochemistry, serology and hormone lab machines.

• Performs daily quality control tests on regents

• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.

• Performs microscopic preparation and examination of urine and stools.

• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

• Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

• Informs medical staff of critical test results.

• Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and procedures.

• Maintains patient confidence and protects the hospital by keeping information confidential.

• Work Environment

  • Indoors : 100%
  • Outdoors: 0%
  • Working Days : 6 Working Days
  • Days off: 1 Days Off
  • Working Hours: 8 net working hours according to shift schedule approved by head of department.

Job Requirement

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science (laboratory section)
• Experience:
  • 2 years of practical experience following graduation.
• Computer Skills :
  • Office & Health Information System
• Languages :
  • English and Arabic (fluent speaking and writing)