Job Description
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II – REF KFS/MLT/II/2024 –
KFS GRADE 10 – (1) POSITIONS
Entry Requirements :
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) from a
recognized training institution
Served in the grade of Instructor II/lab technician
II for at least three (3) years or an equivalent grade in any relevant
institution
Proficiency in Computer applications
Fulfils requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution.
Skills & Attributes
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols
and procedures.
Knowledge of tissue culture procedures and
techniques.
Goods skills in record maintenance.
Good communication skills.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection
control standards.
Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples
using established protocols.
Ability to perform a range of clinical lab tests,
chemical analyses, and biological samples.
Ability to draw intravenous and peripheral blood.
Knowledge of sterile product preparation.
Knowledge of drug regulations.
Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology.
Knowledge of generic and trade names of commonly
prescribed medications.
Experience with administrative and clerical
procedures and systems.
Promote public values and principles
Mentoring and coaching
An officer at this level shall report to a senior
officer
Duties & responsibilities
Perform routine tests in the college clinic
laboratory
Help the medical personnel diagnose and treat disease
Perform laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and
blood counts
Make chemical and biological analyses of cells,
tissue, blood, or other body specimens
Prepare samples of body tissue
Performing technical laboratory functions including
chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and immunology.
Reporting test results following clinic protocols
alerting providers and/or nurses about abnormal results
Ensuring quality control in collecting specimens,
ensure appropriate sampling and maintain accurate record keeping.
Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies (Set
up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory
equipment).
Complying with all laboratory policies and
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) regulations related to safety,
cleanliness and infection control.
Promote public values and principles
Mentoring and coaching
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