Medical Laboratory Technologist - Level 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To perform routine laboratory tests in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and guidelines

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Perform routine tests according to professional standards and guidelines

Monitor sample management, including sorting and allocation based on testing requirements

Process clinical chemistry, immunology and serology, autoimmune, haematology, coagulation, blood transfusion and clinical microscopy tests and related laboratory functions

Conducts analysis of body fluids, blood specimens, urine and spinal fluid

Result analysis and verification of accuracy of findings

Contribute to relevant quality improvement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks, compliance governance and increased patient safety

Actively contribute and guide, where needed, relevant training and health and safety initiatives

Operate, calibrate, and monitor effective functioning of standard laboratory equipment that includes analysers and maintenance of temperature logs

REQUIRED EDUCATION

A relevant Bachelors degree in medical laboratory sciences or a related field

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

At least 3-5 years full time experience as a medical laboratory technologist in clinical chemistry

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE