lab scientist job description

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BTHDC - DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY

1. Job Title MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST

2. Work Place: BTHDC-LASUTH, IKEJA

3. Job Location:

ADMINISTRATOR

HOD - PATHOLOGY

MEDICAL LAB. SCIENTIST

LABORATORY TECHINICIAN

LABORATORY ASSISTANT

4. Job Purpose:

- To perform laboratory investigations and assist in the accuracy of disease

diagnosis

- Providing a quality service to patients and those requesting test

5. Duties and responsibilities

Performs tasks, duties and/or complex tests in all areas of the laboratoryassigned (hematology, immunohematology, immunology, bacteriology,

microscopy, routine chemistry, therapeutic drug monitoring) according to

established laboratory protocols and procedures.

Performs phlebotomies, including arterial puncture, capillary punctures andvenipunctures as appropriate for the patient requiring the procedure.

Processes specimens utilizing protocols and technical knowledge. Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments following established

procedures.


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Performs quality control, preventive maintenance, troubleshootingprotocols to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents,

procedures.

Validates and reports results of tests performed. Delivers patients reports according to times indicated in policy andcollection manual. Assists with orientation and teaching students and new employees. Researches and develops new procedures as assigned. Follows established safety practices including biohazards, exposure control

plan (blood-borne pathogens), infection control to include universal

precautions, employee right to know (hazardous chemicals), and chemical

hygiene standard.

Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as part of adepartment / unit / team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate thedepartment/units ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families,visitors and fellow employees to ensure a profession

Investigates complaints from users of the laboratory and report anyobservation to the pathologist in charge

Liase with the store keeper to take necessary stock inventory and makeorder when needed

6. Supervisory Control:

Directions and instructions from the head of department to follow policies and

procedures with the concerned people to be sure that the assigned task is done.

7. Academic and Professional Qualifications:

- Minimum qualification: At least 5 years Bachelors degree from a recognized

institution (AMLS/BMLS)

8. Professional registration

Valid practicing license duely certified by Medical Laboratory ScienceCouncil of Nigeria

Participating in laboratory clinical meetings Attending seminars, conference and workshops for career improvement


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Training Holding monthly clinical meetings with pathologist in charge to discuss

interesting test results and findings

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