Medical Laboratory Technician at St. Lukes Hospital Asaba

St. Luke's Hospital Asaba provides the best in diagnostic testing by combining the sophisticated power of technology with the expertise of highly skilled doctors and specialists.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician

Location: Asaba, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary of Roles and Responsibilities

• To perform phlebotomy technique (venipuncture) and other specimen collection procedures in accordance with SOP's.
• Draws blood and collects non-blood specimens from patients or clients using the correct and sterile equipment in a manner that will yield the best results
• Receives, sorts, and refers (where applicable) specimens for testing.
• Ensures the dispatching of specimens for processing in accordance with prescribed SOPs.
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, documentation, and reports.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Dispose of laboratory waste and hazardous materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Report and capture incidents related to sample collection, sorting failures.
• Ensure timely resolution of queries and responses to customer complaints.
• Monitors stock levels of all collection materials, including venesection “bleeding” bags and reagents, and orders additional stock to ensure the availability of required materials at all times.
• To escalate / take appropriate action to resolve client outstanding requests and report incidents to the supervisor.
• Ensure assigned work area and ambience adhere to the hospital’s standard / brand requirements
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the head of department.

Qualifications and Requirements

• The candidate must possess an MLT certificate from a recognized institution.
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Valid laboratory technician license.
• Have proven experience working as a lab technician.
• Working experience operating electrical and non-electrical laboratory equipment.
• Comfortable handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards, etc.)
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Analytical skills.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply by sending their CVs and Application Letters to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email or by submitting hard copies of their CVs at the hospital.