Medical Laboratory Scientist at DEDA Hospital

DEDA Hospital is a leading Nigerian healthcare provision facility with a history of successful health outcomes for our clients. Started Operations in 2012, DeDa hospital is home to an array of experienced healthcare providers and administrators from across the world with a dedication to delivering optimal healthcare service, especially to women, children and families. For over 6 years, DeDa hospital has provided Abuja, Nigeria and the International world with high quality, compassionate healthcare.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Medical Officer, Finance & Admin Director
Direct Report: Lab technicians and IT staff

Purpose of Position

• To provide qualitative and quantitative lab-based tasks such as sampling, testing and measuring of samples obtained from the human body aimed at informed medical practice and procedure that can help to tackle major diseases.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• To perform several types of laboratory tests; cutting across Medical microbiology, Clinical chemistry, Transfusion science, Haematology, Histopathology, Cytology, Immunology and Virology.
• Examining and analysing body fluids and cells to look to for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms.
• Analysing the chemical reactions to determine concentrations of compounds such as blood glucose and cholesterol levels.
• Identifying blood groups and cross matching blood for transfusions.
• Monitoring the effects of medication by testing how a patient is responding to treatment.
• Using microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment.
• Relaying results to relevant medical staff, who use the information to diagnose and treat the patient’s illness.
• Keeping accurate records and writing reports.
• Assisting in the production and updating of laboratory documentation, particularly relating to policies and standard operating procedures.
• Ensuring the service is provided in an accurate, efficient and cost effective manner.
• Prepares monthly report for management for decision making

Educational Qualification

• B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Science or its equivalent.

Required Experience:

• 1-3 years experience
• Required Skills & Competencies
• Familiarity with statistical tools and use of chemicals and their reactions.
• Data entry - Computer programs which maintain the lab database.
• Outstanding proficiency in investigations.

Application Closing Date
20th May, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.